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*In 2026, the city secured a $1 million grant MassDOT and the Healey-Driscoll administration. This money will be used to keep the rideshare program in operation.  
*In 2026, the city secured a $1 million grant MassDOT and the Healey-Driscoll administration. This money will be used to keep the rideshare program in operation.  
*The Salem Skipper announced that they will be ending services to Beverly and Danvers on July 1, 2026.


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Vertical File in Salem Collection - '''Businesses'''
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"The Skipper rides on" ''Salem Evening News'', March 19, 2026, p. A3
*"The Skipper rides on" ''Salem Evening News'', March 19, 2026, p. A3
 
*"Salem Skipper to end service to Beverly, Danvers: Ridesharing service cited funding shortage" ''Salem Evening News'', May 7, 2026, p. A1

Latest revision as of 14:44, 20 May 2026

Salem Skipper was a service started in 2020. It is a rideshare service that allows Salem residents (as well as limited pickups/drop offs for Danvers and Beverly residents) for $2 a ride. $1 for seniors, students, or disabled customers. The rideshare can be accessed by downloading their app or calling their phone number.

  • In 2026, the city secured a $1 million grant MassDOT and the Healey-Driscoll administration. This money will be used to keep the rideshare program in operation.
  • The Salem Skipper announced that they will be ending services to Beverly and Danvers on July 1, 2026.

See Also

Vertical File in Salem Collection - Businesses

  • "The Skipper rides on" Salem Evening News, March 19, 2026, p. A3
  • "Salem Skipper to end service to Beverly, Danvers: Ridesharing service cited funding shortage" Salem Evening News, May 7, 2026, p. A1