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When Buses Cut Back, Lives Get Stuck | Buffalo News
Six million people across upstate New York rely on regional buses for daily essentials—but cuts are hitting hardest for those without cars. RTS is slashing weekend and late-night service due to budget woes, leaving 24% of Rochester households—many of whom depend on transit for work, groceries, and appointments—stranded. A car-centric system designed for drivers leaves non-drivers behind, while cities like Syracuse and Buffalo push forward with bus rapid transit and expanded metro options. The real goal? An equitable system where everyone can move freely, access opportunity, and thrive—no…
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