Brooke and Hancock Counties offer a strategic location, ready sites, and a skilled workforce. Positioned in the heart of the Tri-State area, our region gives businesses the access, resources, and support they need to grow.
Brooke and Hancock Counties offer a strategic location, ready sites, and a skilled workforce. Positioned in the heart of the Tri-State area, our region gives businesses the access, resources, and support they need to grow.
Within 500 miles, you’ll reach half of the U.S. population and industrial output. With highway, rail, river, and air access—including Pittsburgh International Airport just 20 minutes away—our region puts you close to everything that matters.
The Northern Panhandle is home to thriving clusters in energy, advanced metals, logistics, health care, and manufacturing. Over $700 million in private investment since 2010 proves our strength and momentum.
Our region isn’t just a place on the map, it’s a launchpad for business success. From cutting-edge manufacturing to innovative energy solutions, companies that call the Northern Panhandle home are thriving. Explore the stories of businesses that have invested in our communities, created jobs, and fueled local growth.
Beech Bottom – A riverside village ready for reinvestment, with a tradition of hard work and resilience.
Bethany – An academic and cultural center driven by Bethany College and a spirit of innovation.
Chester – The northern gateway to West Virginia, known for its pottery legacy and prime location for commerce.
Colliers – A quiet community offering natural beauty and room for residential and commercial expansion.
Follansbee – A close-knit city with industrial roots and a focus on future development.
Hancock – A strategic community with industrial history and opportunities for new businesses and growth.
New Cumberland – A county seat blending history, festivals, and opportunities for small business growth.
Newell – Home of Fiesta Tableware, where craftsmanship and industry continue to drive the local economy.
Weirton – The region’s economic hub, combining industrial strength with modern business opportunities.
Wellsburg – A historic river town where heritage and community create a strong foundation for growth.
From riverside villages to historic small towns, the Northern Panhandle offers a blend of charm, community, and opportunity. Whether it’s pottery traditions in Chester and Newell, outdoor escapes in New Cumberland and Colliers, or the cultural and economic heartbeat of Weirton, every community has its own story, and a welcoming spirit that makes this region feel like home.
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From riverside villages to historic small towns, the Northern Panhandle offers a blend of charm, community, and opportunity. Whether it’s pottery traditions in Chester and Newell, outdoor escapes in New Cumberland and Colliers, or the cultural and economic heartbeat of Weirton, every community has its own story, and a welcoming spirit that makes this region feel like home.
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Beech Bottom – A riverside village ready for reinvestment, with a tradition of hard work and resilience.
Bethany – An academic and cultural center driven by Bethany College and a spirit of innovation.
Chester – The northern gateway to West Virginia, known for its pottery legacy and prime location for commerce.
Colliers – A quiet community offering natural beauty and room for residential and commercial expansion.
Follansbee – A close-knit city with industrial roots and a focus on future development.
Hancock – A strategic community with industrial history and opportunities for new businesses and growth.
New Cumberland – A county seat blending history, festivals, and opportunities for small business growth.
Newell – Home of Fiesta Tableware, where craftsmanship and industry continue to drive the local economy.
Weirton – The region’s economic hub, combining industrial strength with modern business opportunities.
Wellsburg – A historic river town where heritage and community create a strong foundation for growth.