At the turn of the century, the steel mills of West Virginia were an attractive enticement to recent European immigrants. They beckoned the newcomers to journey to this part of the country, offering hope for a stable life for the … Continue reading →

The congregation of Assumption (Dormition) of the Mother of God began to form in 1920. Many of the faithful were attracted to Weirton by the prospect of better paying jobs in the steel plant. The people first attended religious services … Continue reading →