News & Updates

Stay up to date with the latest WRTA news, service information, community initiatives, and announcements.

WRTA Kicks Off Second Annual “Give Small Business a Lift” Campaign

WRTA is rolling out its second annual “Give Small Business A Lift” campaign. Last year, more than 80 local businesses applied to win the twelve coveted spots as featured businesses for the campaign. The 2023 campaign is expected to be bigger and more inclusive than ever. “Give Small Business A Lift” is designed to promote […]

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Route Changes Coming March 12

WRTA has made improvements to a number of its Fixed Routes to better serve the community. These routes include: #11-Cornersburg #14-Mosier #15-Zedaker #24-Midlothian Crosstown #80-Lordstown #81-Akron Express will be discontinued due to low ridership in 2022 The changes to these routes will take effect on March 12, 2023 and will be reflected in the Maps & Schedules section of […]

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WRTA Is Hiring: Drivers & Mechanics Wanted

The Western Reserve Transit Authority has openings for Bus Operators and Mechanics. Bus Operator Must be capable of safely operating a transit passenger bus or other vehicle on fixed routes, countywide, and ADA all-access service. Must possess valid CDL with passenger endorsement. Must be able to work all shifts and Saturday as scheduled. Government pension […]

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Valley Valentines Winners

Congratulations to the 12 winners in our Valley Valentines promotion. Their special messages are being displayed for the rest of this month on the video screen above Federal Station in downtown Youngstown. Ohio Loves Transit, and we love our WRTA riders! To see your Valley Valentine, just click on it below.

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WRTA Holiday Lights Campaign Wins National Award

Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) has been notified its annual Holiday Lights campaign won First Place in a nationwide public transit competition for community educational initiatives. WRTA’s Holiday Lights campaign competed with entries from all over the U.S. in the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) annual marketing and communications awards competition. APTA members include more […]

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Share ‘Who You Love’ With WRTA’s Valley Valentines Campaign

UPDATE: We have had a very strong response to our Valley Valentines promotion! The 12 individuals have been chosen and will be notified via email, and their Valentines will appear on our Federal Station video display. Thanks to all who participated, and Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours! Ohio Loves Transit Week, a campaign […]

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