News & Updates

Please be advised that the July Board of Trustees Meeting set for Thursday, July 30 at 9:00 a.m. has been cancelled.

Save Money, Support the Local Economy and a Cleaner Environment The Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) is joining hundreds of public transportation systems nationwide to celebrate the 21st annual National Dump the Pump Day this Thursday, June 18, 2026. Sponsored nationally by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), the day emphasizes that choosing public transit […]

Sky Roofing Celebrating 25 Years in Business Wins Additional Honor at WRTA Small Business Awards. Youngstown —Matt Estephan came to this country the late 1980s and went to work for a local roofing company. Twenty-five years ago, he decided one his own business. Now, he represents what many characterize as “The American Dream.” After emigrating from […]

Award Presentations and Announcement of Small Business of the Year will be held Thursday May 28 at B&O Station Banquet Hall Youngstown —The 5th Annual WRTA Small Business Awards competition attracted entries by more than 70 Valley small businesses. Chosen by a panel of business leaders, winners receive recognition by Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA), […]

Nominate your business to win marketing, recognition and a cash prize. Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) is once again recognizing and honoring entrepreneurs and business owners of the Valley. The entry portal for its fifth annual WRTA Small Business Awards is now officially open and accepting nominations. “Small business is the backbone of America and […]

Mural artist Pat McGlone applies the base color to WRTA’s 52-ft high digital sign tower. The sign tower located at Federal Station, WRTA’s transit center located at 240 West Federal Street in downtown Youngstown. WRTA is undergoing an “brand refresh” with a new look, colors, logo and tagline.