ABLE Families in the News
Local nonprofit celebrates 15 years
Williamson Daily News, February 24, 2010 -- ABLE Families marked 15 years of assisting people living in poverty in Mingo County on February 19. Read
It's 'Sister's Day' in Mingo County
Conlon, Peterworth named 'Hometown Heroes'
Williamson Daily News, December 5, 2009 -- Sisters Brendan Conlon and Janet Peterworth were honored today by West Virginia television station WSAZ NewsChannel3 as "Hometown Heroes." The station recognized the nuns for their work in assisting Mingo Countians in need in a segment that will air several times later this month. Read
Finding Hope Amid the Chains of Poverty
The State Journal, November 13, 2009 -- As the current recession continues to strain financial and mental well-being, other residents are realizing for the first time the harsh realities of living in poverty. Read More
Program Keeps Lights on After School
The Williamson Daily News, October 29, 2009 -- Children, parents, and community leaders gathered at ABLE Families last Thursday night for a Lights On Afterschool rally. The gathering was one of 7,500 such events held across the nation, emphasizing the importance of keeping the lights on and the doors open for afterschool programs. Read More
Sister Peterworth Recognized for Work with ABLE Families in Mingo County
The Catholic Spirit, June, 2009 -- Ursuline Sister Janet M. Peterworth, director of ABLE (Affirming, Believing, Learning, Empowering) Families in Kermit, Mingo County, was presented The American Institute for Public Service’s Jefferson Award by Gov. Joe Manchin at a luncheon at the University of Charleston June 3. Read More