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Severe Weather Forces Suspension of Bus Service

No WRTA Fixed Route or Scheduled Transit Service Available Monday. To ensure public safety during current weather conditions, the Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) has suspended all fixed-route and scheduled services for Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. WRTA expects to resume normal operations on Tuesday, Jan. 27, provided road conditions improve. …

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Severe Weather May Cause Disruption of Bus Service Monday January 26

Due to an incoming winter weather storm expected to impact the region over the weekend, Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) is advising passengers to anticipate the possibility of suspended, disrupted, and delayed services beginning Monday and potentially continuing into Tuesday. WRTA will continue to monitor road conditions and prioritize the safety …

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Plan your holiday travel now. Reduced service hours Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

2025 Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve Service Hours

As the holiday season approaches, WRTA wants to make sure that all of our riders are aware of our early closing times during the holidays so you can plan your holiday travels accordingly. Christmas Eve (Dec 24, 2025) and New Year’s Eve (Dec 31, 2025) Schedule: #24 Midlothian Crosstown Loop: …

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ACLD School and Learning Center Named 2025 Non-Profit Organization of the Year

Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) asked the public to vote for their selection of the 2025 Holiday Lights Non-Profit of the Year and it responded with record numbers of votes. Most of those votes went to ACLD School and Learning Center located on Wood Street in Youngstown. BACKGROUND Ten exceptional …

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Vote For the Holiday Lights Non-Profit of the Year!

Help Your Favorite Organization Win WRTA’s Top Award YOUNGSTOWN, OH — The election may be over, but not the voting. Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) is calling on all Valley residents to participate in one more crucial community vote: selecting the 2025 Holiday Lights Non-Profit of the Year. Ten exceptional …

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Winners of WRTA 2025 Holiday Lights Awards Announced

5th Annual Event Spotlights Valley Non-Profit Organizations YOUNGSTOWN — The Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Holiday Lights Awards. WRTA Holiday Lights Awards honor ten non-profits for their outstanding and consistent dedication to the Mahoning Valley community. Award winners will be recognized …

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Nominate a Local Non-Profit Organization for the 2025 WRTA Holiday Lights Award

NOMINATE A LOCAL NON-PROFIT Do you know of a local non-profit organization that really helps Valley residents? The WRTA Holiday Lights Award is their chance to shine. Cast your nomination today using the form below!  Hurry, the Deadline is Sunday, October 19, 2025. ABOUT THE AWARD The WRTA Holiday Lights …

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Board Meeting Canceled

September Board Meeting Cancelled

Please be advised that the September Board of Trustees Meeting set for Thursday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m. has been cancelled.

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Smart Rider Advanced Driver Assistance System

Click to link below to see Smart Rider Advanced Driver Assistance System demonstration video wrta safety demo Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) hosted NEORIDE and various transportation officials Tuesday, September 9th near Stambaugh Auditorium for a demonstration of Smart Rider Advanced Driver Assistance System for public transit buses. The system …

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WRTA Demonstrates New Safety System

ABOVE: Dean Harris, Executive Director of WRTA addresses the press and public. Behind him is Youngstown Mayor Tito Brown. Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) hosted NEORIDE and various transportation officials this morning near Stambaugh Auditorium for a demonstration of Smart Rider Advanced Driver Assistance System for public transit buses. The …

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