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We want to hear from you! Middle Peninsula commuters are invited to take the 2025 survey for a chance to win a $250 VISA gift card
Blog

Middle Peninsula residents are invited to participate in a brief survey designed to strengthen and expand regional commuting options through the MidPenRideShare program. Now open, the 25-question online survey takes…
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Blog, News, Teleworking

A hybrid work arrangement is no longer a perk—it’s a core part of how many organizations operate, recruit and retain talent. But without clear guidelines, hybrid work can quickly lead…
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Blog, News, Teleworking

10 easy ways to stay focused, connected, and on track—wherever you work A hybrid work arrangement can be a great fit—but only when you have the right routines and tools…
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Three coworkers chatting and smiling during a carpool commute, building team bonds
Blog

When we think about ways to improve workplace culture, our minds often go straight to team-building retreats, office parties, or communication workshops. But what if one of the most powerful…
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Three coworkers smiling and shaking hands while carpooling together to work
Blog

We all know what happens in the carpool stays in the carpool. But what if those front-seat confessions, coffee-fueled rants, and deep morning chats actually help you climb the career…
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Coworkers gathered in a casual office breakroom setting, chatting and sharing lunch, with one person holding a mug that says “World’s Best Office.”
Blog

Starting a carpool at work sounds like a great idea—until you’re standing by the coffee machine, wondering how to ask your coworker to ride with you without making it weird….
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Green road sign reading "Rewards Just Ahead" under a blue sky with clouds
Blog

Looking for a fresh way to connect with new customers in your community? The MidPenRideShare program offers an easy (and free!) way for local businesses on the Middle Peninsula to…
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We want to hear from you! Middle Peninsula commuters are invited to take the 2025 survey for a chance to win a $250 VISA gift card
Blog, News

A new regional commuting survey reveals that more than one-third of Middle Peninsula residents are unhappy with their current travel arrangements, reinforcing the need for improved transportation alternatives and local…
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Coleman Bridge at sunset, a key route for Middle Peninsula commuters.
Blog

Whether you’re crossing the Coleman Bridge, heading into Gloucester, or commuting into the Richmond or Hampton Roads metro areas, the daily drive can add up — in time, cost, and…
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Two friends smiling and enjoying a carpool ride together on a sunny day.
Blog, Carpooling

Summer is the season of sunshine, community events, and making the most of every moment. Whether you’re heading to a local festival, planning a beach day, or commuting to work…
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The Middle Peninsula Rideshare Commuter Services – MidPenRideShare – are provided by the Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission’s Transportation Demand Management Program in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation. This program exists to assist persons who are seeking transportation alternatives to commuting within and from the Middle Peninsula area.