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Waiting for You in Weirton This Northern Panhandle community has plenty to offer visitors any time of the year.
headnorthtothemountain state’s northernpanhandle foraday, or a weekend, inWeirton. It’s a town of superlatives, as one of just three places in the U.S. that lie completely in one state while bordering two others—Ohio and Pennsylvania—and one of seven inWest Virginia to straddle two counties: Brooke and Hancock. While there, the place might seem a bit familiar. Perhaps you’ve seen it before on the big screen in Robert DeNiro’s The Deer Hunter or the 2011 J.J. Abrams film Super 8 . Or maybe it’s entirely new to you—in which case, welcome to Weirton. It’s the perfect place to slow down and stroll Main Street or explore the surrounding area without fear of getting lost. There are quaint shops and local eateries to explore and outdoor opportunities aplenty along the banks of the Ohio River. This weekend would be the perfect time to find out what’s waiting for you inWeirton. written by holly leleux-thubron
play Learn all about the area at the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center . Visit Summit Art Gallery to see the latest exhibit of local artwork, then knock over some pins at Steel Valley Bowling Center or Holiday Lanes . Schedule a round of golf—mini, disc, or regular—at the 750-acre Brooke Hills Park . Shop for the latest Fiestaware color nearby at The Homer Laughlin China Company in Newell and, before you head home, be sure to stop for a selfie with the World’s Largest Teapot in Chester.
stay It’s a good bet you’ll find the accommodations at Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort perfect for a weekend stay. The resort offers suites and standard rooms located about 20 minutes from Weirton in New Cumberland. If you’re looking for a bed and breakfast experience, book your stay at Barn With Inn at Highland Springs Farm in Wellsburg. Choose between the renovated barn loft or the barn stall room or choose a well- appointed room in the farm house, all situated in an idyllic rural setting.
eat Stop in for a pile of pasta or pizza—by the slice or the pan—at a spot that’s popular with locals: Mario’s Restaurant and Lounge . Or dine on authentic Greek/American cuisine at Theo Yannie’s Greek Restaurant . For barbecue, hit Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs and Grill, a local favorite since opening its doors in 1980. Order the ribs—you won’t be sorry. Stop in at EJ’s Family Restaurant in Chester for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or any of a whole bunch of sweets. Or for a peek into the area’s past, visit the historic Drover’s Inn Restaurant & Tavern .
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