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The Stage Fort Park Shuttle will detour during St. Peter's Procession Sunday June 29^th.

After leaving Stage Fort Park, the SFP Shuttle will use Centennial Ave to Washington St to Pearl St to the Gloucester MBTA Commuter Rail Station. After leaving the MBTA Commuter Rail Station, the SFP Shuttle will use 128N to Bass Ave to Good Harbor Beach and continue on regular route through East Gloucester. When the SFP Shuttle returns to the lights at 128 and Bass Ave, the SFP Shuttle will use 128 S to Washington St to Centennial Ave to Western Ave to Stage Fort Park.

We expect to be back on regular route at 3pm.  If you have any questions or need assistance, please call us at 978-283-7916.

CATA buses and vans may run late this weekend due to increased traffic.  Please call 978-283-7916 for assistance or if you have questions.

The Stage Fort Park Trolley will not be servicing Stage Fort Park this weekend.  After leaving the Main Street Bus Stop, the SFP Trolley will proceed to Harbor Loop and begin the route again from Harbor Loop & Rogers St (near the Chamber of Commerce).  Customers wishing to continue to Stage Fort Park can 1) transfer to the #6 Magnolia or #5 West Gloucester route; 2) transfer to a Bunker Hill Shuttle Bus at the Main Street Bus Stop; or 3) walk from Hancock and Rogers (~1 mile).  Let the SFP Trolley driver know you want to continue to Stage Fort and they will help you transfer to another bus.

For additional information on Battle of Bunker Hill transportation options, visit https://battleofbunkerhill250.com/transportation/

Part time dispatcher needed for the weekends at $25.00 per hour. Vehicle cleaner approximately four days a week at $23.25 per hour.

See our Employment Page for an application, stop by the CATA Operations Office, 3 Rear Pond Rd, Gloucester, or give us a call at 978.283.7916!

The Cape Ann Transportation Authority (CATA) is thrilled to announce a new initiative that will provide FREE rides on all regular bus services (including the Mall Bus, Beverly Shuttle, and Seasonal Summer Services) and all paratransit services from November 29, 2024, through December 31, 2025. This initiative is made possible by funding through the Massachusetts State Legislature administered as grants by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation.

For 50 years, CATA has been committed to providing high-quality public transportation to the greater Cape Ann communities of Gloucester, Rockport, Ipswich, Essex, and Hamilton. This new program aims to increase ridership and reduce congestion, making it easier for residents and visitors to explore the beautiful Cape Ann region without the worry of transportation costs.

Key Details of the Free Rides Initiative:

• Free Rides: All routes and paratransit services will be available at no cost during the initiative period.

• Included Services: The initiative covers all regular fixed route bus services including the Mall Bus, ADA paratransit services, senior dial-a-ride services, the Ipswich Medical Bus, the Dialysis Bus, the Beverly Shuttle, and even our Seasonal Summer Routes!

• CATA On Demand: Please note that CATA On Demand services will continue to collect fares and are not included in this initiative.

CATA encourages everyone to take advantage of this opportunity to experience reliable public transportation while helping to protect the environment and ease traffic congestion.

Attention Riders,

Please be advised that CATA is currently unable to issue or renew MBTA CharlieCards.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this issue.

Thank you for your understanding.

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