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(11/19/2025) – The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library (W-TCPL) has welcomed Jo Phillips as the library system’s new Deputy Director.

Phillips will assist in managing library operations, implementing policies, and overseeing public service departments, including Branch Services, Circulation, Mobile Library Services, and Adult and Youth Services. She will also work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and community partners to advance the library’s strategic goals and ensure exceptional service to the residents of Trumbull County.

Phillips was most recently senior main library manager for Stark Library in Canton, Ohio. Previously, she was a generalist librarian and youth programming coordinator…

(02/12/2026) – The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library announces the promotion of Joshua Nauman to manager of the Cortland Library, 578 Lakeview Drive in Cortland. Nauman has been employed by the library system for the past six years as an adult services librarian and a customer service assistant.

Nauman replaces former branch manager Karen Murphy, who retired from the W-TCPL at the end of January.

In his new position, Nauman is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Cortland Library, including circulation activities, supervisory duties, programs, and collection maintenance.

“I am excited to take on this new role and serve…

(02/24/2026) – The Ohio Library Council issued a press release today indicating, “New statewide research shows overwhelming bipartisan support for Ohio’s public libraries and township governments, with voters saying these services are essential to everyday life.”

The Report went on to say,

“Libraries support children and families through early literacy programs, tutoring, and afterschool spaces. They strengthen the workforce by helping residents search for jobs, build skills, and access career training. They bridge the digital divide with free Wi-Fi, computers, and technology assistance. And they deliver everyday services such as printing, notary work, and access to government resources. According to…

(03/03/2026) – The Warren Library, 444 Mahoning Ave. NW, will close early at 2 p.m. on Sat., March 21, to accommodate the relocation of the Sutliff Museum. All other Warren-Trumbull County Public Library locations will have usual hours.

Furnishings, exhibit collections, and other museum items will be moved from the library’s second floor to the Sutliff Museum’s new space in the Morgan History Center, home of the Trumbull County Historical Society, at 328 Mahoning Ave. NW in downtown Warren.

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For more information, contact: Cheryl Bush, W-TCPL Marketing & Public Relations Manager, at bushc@wtcpl.org.

(06/13/2025) – Warren-Trumbull County Public Library (W-TCPL) customers will soon have access to all their favorite library materials, services, and programs at a new branch that will be opening inside the Eastwood Mall.

Tentatively scheduled to open Sept. 2, 2025, the new Eastwood Mall Library will offer convenient access to books, technology, and programming for people of all ages at a central, accessible location.

“The Eastwood Mall Complex is a thriving community destination with shopping, restaurants, and entertainment options,” said Jim Wilkins, W-TCPL Executive Director. “This is a wonderful opportunity to provide library services and support to the people who…