Weirton, WV
About Weirton
The city of Weirton is split in half by Brooke and Hancock Counties and is bordered by Ohio to the west and Pennsylvania to the east, making it very convenient for residents to seek employment in many areas. Housing is very affordable and prices are considerably lower in Weirton as compared to nearby communities.
Bordered by the magnificent Ohio River, Weirton benefits from cultural events and professional sports in the cities of Pittsburgh, Wheeling and Cleveland. Residents enjoy everything from football and soccer to ice skating and skateboarding in Weirton’s local parks and playgrounds. A brand new state-of-the-art elementary school opened in 2014, with the capacity to enroll over 900 students. The area has higher-level educational opportunities nearby, including West Virginia Northern Community College, West Liberty University, Bethany College and Franciscan University.
World-class health care is available locally, but also in Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Columbus, the farthest away of these cities being only a two-hour drive. While being close to these areas provides residents with fun day trips, there are many things to do locally as well. High school sports are popular in the community, and there is a great community center in Weirton. Summer concerts and boating on the Ohio River and nearby lakes are pastimes for many. Numerous golf courses, wilderness areas for hunting, and family parks and recreation areas add to the scope of activities.
The Weirton area is best known for Weirton Steel, which became the 5th largest steel producer in the country at its peak. The Fiestaware Factory, known for its colorful dinnerware, is located in Hancock County, along with the Mountaineer Gaming Resort, which is also a popular tourist destination. For shoppers, Weirton offers residents the Fort Steuben Mall. There are many great places to eat a variety of food, whether you crave Italian, BBQ, Greek, Chinese, Mexican, or just good, homemade meals.
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