Providence Rail Hub Thriving, But Future Uncertain

by Steven Stycos

While transit systems around the country struggle to regain their pre-COVID ridership, Amtrak’s Providence station is attracting record numbers of passengers. Its partner at the Providence station, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), however, reports its ridership has yet to regain pre-COVID levels. Neither railroad [...]

Why Providence Cares About the Farm Bill

by Steven Stycos

Nearly 30% of Providence residents depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to buy their groceries. As Congress debates the Farm Bill, Rhode Island food advocates call for more money for SNAP, small farms and conservation programs. Millions of dollars could be available for [...]