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Lackawanna, New York | The Lackawanna Six | The Lackawanna Six
The Lackawanna Six (also known as the Buffalo Six) are a group of Yemeni Americans convicted of providing "material support" to Al-Qaeda. The group was accused of traveling to Afghanistan and Pakistan in the spring of 2001 to attend terrorist training camps. The men had claimed that their travel was to Pakistan only, and for the purpose of religious instruction.
The group was arrested in Lackawanna on September 13, 2002, by the FBI. A member of the Lackawanna Cell, Jaber A. Elbaneh, never returned to the U.S. after his trip to Afghanistan. In September 2003 the FBI announced a $5 million reward for information leading to his arrest. Captured by Yemen police, he was convicted and sentenced to a prison in Yemen for involvement in the 2002 bombing of the French oil tanker Limburg off the coast of Yemen. The remaining members of the group pleaded guilty in December 2003 and were given various sentences in federal prison.
Jaber Elbaneh escaped from a Yemeni prison in 2006 after joining a successful group prison break. He was identified as one of 23 people, 12 of them Al-Qaeda members, who escaped on February 3, 2006. On February 23, 2006, the FBI confirmed the escape, as they issued a national press release naming Elbaneh to the FBI Most Wanted Terrorists list. On May 20, 2007, Elbaneh turned himself in to Yemen authorities on the condition that his prison sentence would not be extended. The incident of the Lackawanna Six has tarnished the city's reputation, but it is recovering.
In July 2009, it was reported that prior to authorities sending in 130 federal and local members of the Western New York Joint Terrorism Task Force, there were suggestions that federal troops be used to capture the suspects. At the time, Vice President Dick Cheney and Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld believed that the Yemeni men should be declared enemy combatants and could have been tried by a military tribunal. President Bush rejected this proposal, and the arrests proceeded without incident. |
Lackawanna, New York | Geography | Geography
The city has an area of , of which , or 0.75%, is water. Lackawanna sits on Lake Erie, although the Bethlehem Steel facility's remnants occupy the waterfront. Smokes Creek (named after Seneca Indian Chief Sayenqueraghta who was nicknamed "Old Smoke") runs through the city before it discharges into Lake Erie.
Abbott Road is a major road that runs north–south through the city. Ridge Road is a main east–west road in the city. |
Lackawanna, New York | Adjacent cities and towns | Adjacent cities and towns
City of Buffalo—north
Town of West Seneca—east
Town of Orchard Park—southeast
Town of Hamburg—south
Village of Blasdell—south
Lake Erie—west |
Lackawanna, New York | Major highways | Major highways
20px 20px Interstate 90 (New York State Thruway), runs through the extreme southeast corner of the city.
20px U.S. Route 62 (South Park Ave.), North–south roadway that runs through the city from Buffalo into Blasdell and Hamburg.
20px New York State Route 5 (Fuhrmann Blvd., Hamburg Tprk.), North-South (signed east–west) roadway through the city that runs from Hamburg to Buffalo. Busy north–south (signed east–west) route for traffic to and from Buffalo. |
Lackawanna, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 19,064 people, 8,192 households, and 4,775 families residing in the city. The population density was . There were 8,951 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 83.99% White, 9.50% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.31% Asian (excluding Yemeni Arabs), 0.01% Pacific Islander, 2.30% from other races, and 3.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 5.08% of the population. Lackawanna also has a sizeable Yemeni population.
There were 8,192 households, out of which 26.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.2% were married couples living together, 16.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.7% were non-families. Of all households 37.0% were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.5 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $29,354, and the median income for a family was $39,237. Males had a median income of $32,063 versus $22,794 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,727. About 13.1% of families and 16.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.4% of those under age 18 and 9.0% of those age 65 or over. |
Lackawanna, New York | Government | Government
The city of Lackawanna has a mayor-council form of government. A councilmember is elected from each of the four wards of the city, considered single-member districts. The mayor and council president are elected at-large. Fire and police services are also provided by city-run departments.
Because of its resemblance to a popular mid-20th century west coast building type, Lackawanna's burnt-orange city hall is distinctive for possibly being the only dingbat city hall in the United States. |
Lackawanna, New York | Religious institutions | Religious institutions
The city of Lackawanna is home to fourteen Protestant churches, the Masjid Alhuda Guidance Mosque (the largest mosque in the Buffalo area), ten Roman Catholic churches, including Our Lady of Victory Basilica (OLV); and Saint Stephen Serbian Orthodox Church. |
Lackawanna, New York | Our Lady of Victory Basilica | Our Lady of Victory Basilica
thumb|right|150px|Our Lady of Victory Basilica
Lackawanna's Our Lady of Victory Basilica is a National Shrine. Next to the basilica is Holy Cross Cemetery. It has been a parish cemetery since 1849, although burials date to 1830.
Father Nelson Baker was responsible for the building of a working boys' home (protectory) in 1898. He also supervised construction of an infants' home in 1907, a maternity home in 1915, Our Lady of Victory Hospital in 1919, and the Basilica of Our Lady of Victory in 1926. Father Baker named the basilica after the shrine of Notre Dame des Victoires in Paris, which he visited as a seminarian in 1874. He was in charge of the basilica and the institutions of charity until his death at 94, on July 29, 1936.
Father Baker's social programs have evolved into Baker Victory Services, which care for more than 2,500 children each day. Baker Victory Services Adoption Program has evolved into a renowned resource for a wide range of adoptive services. Their mission is to assist birth mothers, families and adoptees through the often complex and always emotional adoption process. Our Lady of Victory Hospital, closed in 1999, is being converted into senior housing. The Homes of Charity provide the funds to continue Baker's social programs through donations.
Our Lady of Victory Basilica had its 75th anniversary in 2001. The Catholic Church named Father Baker a "Servant of God" in 1987, the first step towards declaring him a saint. In 1999, Father Baker's remains were moved from Holy Cross Cemetery and re-interred inside the basilica. This was a recommended step for his canonization process. On January 14, 2011, Pope Benedict XVI approved a document of the Congregation for the Causes of Saints declaring Father Baker "Venerable." His cause for canonization, as an "apostle of charity," continues under review by Vatican officials. |
Lackawanna, New York | Education | Education |
Lackawanna, New York | Public | Public
Children in Lackawanna attend school in the Lackawanna City School District. Grades Pre-K to 1 attend Truman Elementary School. Martin Road Elementary School has grades K–5. In a shared building, grades 6 through 8 are in the Lackawanna Middle School section and grades 9 through 12 are in Lackawanna High School section.
The Global Concepts Charter School, a charter school in the New York State system, offers education from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school consists of two separate buildings. The K-8 building is at 1001 Ridge Road. The high school, grades 9–12, are at 30 Johnson Street. |
Lackawanna, New York | Private | Private
Our Lady of Victory Elementary School, a private school affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church, includes kindergarten through Grade 8. |
Lackawanna, New York | Notable people | Notable people
R. J. Adams (aka Bob Shannon), film and TV actor, radio personality (WKBW)
Father Nelson Baker, Roman Catholic priest responsible for building the Basilica of Our Lady of Victory; "Padre of the Poor"; established social programs (for orphans, people with disabilities, and unwed mothers), which still serve over 2,500 people a day
John Batorski, former professional football player
Raymond Castilloux, racing cyclist, winner of first place classification at New York Central Park representing US cycling team at the Tokyo 1964 Olympics
Raymond F. Gallagher, former New York State Senator
Joe Hesketh, former Major League Baseball pitcher who played from 1984 through 1994 for the Montreal Expos, Atlanta Braves and Boston Red Sox
Ron Jaworski, ESPN broadcaster and former quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, and Kansas City Chiefs
Mike Mamula, defensive lineman for Boston College Eagles who was selected #7 in the first round by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 1995 NFL draft
Pat McMahon, former college baseball coach
Abdulsalam Noman, former city councilman and first Yemeni-American elected in New York State
John R. Pillion, former US congressman
Francis J. Pordum, former New York State Assemblyman
Frederick F. Pordum, former Erie County Legislator
Connie Porter, author best known for her books for children and young adults Her novel All-Bright Court is set in Lackawanna.
Sayenqueraghta, war chief of the eastern Seneca tribe in the mid-18th century, lived near Smoke Creek (or Smokes Creek) in what is now Lackawanna, NY. He died in Smoke Creek (named after him) in 1786.Conover, George Stillwell (1885). Sayenqueraghta, King of the Senecas. Observer Stream Print. p. 13.Thomas S. Abler, “KAIEÑˀKWAAHTOÑ (Sayenqueraghta, Siongorochti, Gayahgwaahdoh, Giengwahtoh, Guiyahgwaahdoh, Kayenquaraghton) (Old Smoke, Old King, Seneca King, King of Kanadesaga),” in Dictionary of Canadian Biography, vol. 4, University of Toronto/Université Laval, 2003–, accessed September 13, 2024, https://www.biographi.ca/en/bio/kaienkwaahton_4E.html.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, actor and playwright; set his musical Lackawanna Blues in the Lackawanna community of 1956 Major acting role was in ABC series "Castle." In 1996 he received Tony Award for performance in "Seven Guitars". The Fine Arts Center at Global Concepts Charter High School is named in his honor.
Dick Shawn (born Richard Schulefand), actor, comedian, and singer; appeared in The Producers and It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World; his parents owned a store in Lackawanna
Dr. Lonnie Smith, award-winning jazz organist; has worked closely with George Benson; has appeared with Dizzy Gillespie, Gladys Knight, and Dionne Warwick
Margaret M. Sullivan, New York Times public editor; serves on the Pulitzer Prize Board; previously editor of The Buffalo News; media columnist at the Washington Post
John B. Weber, the youngest colonel (age 20) in the Civil War after his appointment to the 89th United States Colored Infantry; elected to Congress and served from 1885 to 1889; first commissioner of the immigration station at Ellis Island.
Dr. Debbie Almontaser, founded and is a former principal of the Khalil Gibran International Academy. She is also a community activist of Yemeni descent. |
Lackawanna, New York | Photos of Lackawanna | Photos of Lackawanna |
Lackawanna, New York | See also | See also
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Lackawanna, New York | References | References |
Lackawanna, New York | External links | External links
City of Lackawanna official website
Category:Cities in Erie County, New York
Category:Cities in New York (state)
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:New York (state) populated places on Lake Erie
Category:New York (state) placenames of Native American origin |
Lackawanna, New York | Table of Content | For, History, Railroads, Notable court case, The Lackawanna Six, Geography, Adjacent cities and towns, Major highways, Demographics, Government, Religious institutions, Our Lady of Victory Basilica, Education, Public, Private, Notable people, Photos of Lackawanna, See also, References, External links |
Lake Erie Beach, New York | Use mdy dates | Lake Erie Beach is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the town of Evans, Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 3,872 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The community is located southwest of the village of Angola. |
Lake Erie Beach, New York | Geography | Geography
Lake Erie Beach is located at (42.623658, -79.081635), between NY Route 5 and the Lake Erie shore. It is northeast of Evangola State Park.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of , all land. |
Lake Erie Beach, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,499 people, 1,709 households, and 1,213 families living in the hamlet. The population density was . There were 2,096 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the community was 97.60% White, 0.20% African American, 0.64% Native American, 0.09% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 1.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.93% of the population.
There were 1,709 households, out of which 35.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 12.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.0% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.11.
In the village the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.3 males.
The median income for a household in the community was $36,603, and the median income for a family was $39,841. Males had a median income of $35,949 versus $23,974 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $15,643. About 5.8% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over. |
Lake Erie Beach, New York | References | References
Category:Hamlets in New York (state)
Category:Census-designated places in New York (state)
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Census-designated places in Erie County, New York
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Marilla, New York | Use mdy dates | Marilla is a town in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 5,189 at the 2020 census. The name of the town is derived from Marilla Rogers, an early school teacher. |
Marilla, New York | History | History
This part of the county was first settled around 1827. At the time, the land where Marilla sits (along with neighboring Elma) was part of the Buffalo Creek Reservation, and members of the Ebenezer Society were the first to settle on the Seneca lands. The land was opened to general settlement shortly after the Treaty of Buffalo Creek was finalized in 1842.
The town of Marilla was organized in 1853 from parts of the towns of Alden and Wales. Marilla Rogers gave her name to this town; she died in 1855 when she was 38, just two years after the town was given the name.
Located on Two Rod Road is one of the town's oldest stores: the historic Marilla General Store, currently known as the Marilla Country Store. |
Marilla, New York | Geography | Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which is land and , or 0.14%, is water.
Buffalo Creek flows through the southwest part of the town, and Cayuga Creek flows through the northeast part of town. |
Marilla, New York | Adjacent towns | Adjacent towns
Alden - north
Lancaster - northwest
Elma - west
Aurora - southwest
Wales - south
Bennington in Wyoming County - east |
Marilla, New York | Major highways | Major highways
22px New York State Route 354 (Clinton Street), east–west highway through the north part of town from Elma into Bennington. |
Marilla, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,709 people, 2,021 households, and 1,616 families residing in the town. The population density was . There were 2,088 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the town was 99.09% White, 0.12% African American, 0.07% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.46% of the population.
There were 2,021 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.0% were non-families. 17.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.21.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.0 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $51,868, and the median income for a family was $56,572. Males had a median income of $41,477 versus $23,700 for females. The per capita income for the town was $23,820. About 2.6% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.6% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over. |
Marilla, New York | Communities and locations in Marilla | Communities and locations in Marilla
Buffalo Creek – A stream that flows westward through the south part of the town.
Bush Gardens – A small hamlet in the northeast part of the town.
Marilla – A hamlet in the northwest part of the town, located on Buffalo Creek and at the junction of Two Rod and Bullis Roads. The community was founded around 1829.
Porterville – A hamlet in the southwest corner of the town, located on Buffalo Creek. The name of the community is from Archibald Porter, an early mill operator.
Williston – location near the junction of Williston and Three Rod roads. The name comes from the Willis family, early settlers. |
Marilla, New York | Schools | Schools
Students in Marilla attend either the Iroquois Central School DistrictIroquois Central School District or Alden Central School District.Alden Central School District Marilla Primary, a K-4 school in the Iroquois School District, is located in Marilla on Bullis Road.
Public schools in Marilla are under the jurisdiction of the Iroquois School District or the Alden Central School District. Both Iroquois and Alden Central Schools consistently enjoy rankings within the top school districts in the Western New York region. Alden Central Schools ranked number seven in 2011, while Iroquois came in at number eleven. Consisting of approximately 3,000 students district-wide, Iroquois divides its students in an unconventional manner, with three separate primary schools, an intermediate (5th grade)/middle school for students from 6th to 8th grade, and a high school for students in 9th to 12th grade. While the primary schools are located in the respective towns indicated by their names (Elma Primary, Marilla Primary, and Wales Primary), the other two schools are located on the same expansive campus at 2111 Girdle Road in Elma. The Campus is divided by offices in such that the high school and middle school are separated by the district offices, acting as a buffer between the similar age groups. The three buildings are connected by walkways, but it is rare that students should need to leave the building to which their grade belongs. In accord, the primary, middle, and high school buildings each have their own gymnasium, cafeteria, library, and administrative offices. One of the greatest assets of this school district is the expansive undeveloped areas surrounding every school, providing plenty of open space for younger students to play and older students to participate in extracurricular activities. Some of the latest additions to the school, in fact, involve the development of a large field directly across the street from the high school. In addition, the middle school library was recently remodeled, an extra wing of classrooms was added to the high school. |
Marilla, New York | References | References |
Marilla, New York | External links | External links
Town of Marilla official website
Marilla history
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Category:Towns in Erie County, New York
Category:Towns in New York (state) |
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Newstead, New York | Use mdy dates | Newstead is the northeasternmost town in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was
8,689 at the 2020 census. The name is reportedly derived from Newstead Abbey in England.
Newstead is northeast of Buffalo, and its principal community is the village of Akron. |
Newstead, New York | History | History
The town was first settled circa 1801.
The town of Newstead was established in 1823 as the "Town of Erie" from the eastern part of the town of Clarence. In 1831, the town's name was changed to "Newstead", reportedly on the advice of Abigail Fillmore, who was fond of the poetry of Lord Byron.
A fire in the 1870s destroyed town records, leaving little historical information about the town between 1823 and 1870.
The discovery of gypsum and the growth of the related cement industry helped promote the area. |
Newstead, New York | Geography | Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which is land and , or 0.56%, is water.
Newstead is in the northeast corner of the county, and Tonawanda Creek defines the northern boundary. |
Newstead, New York | Adjacent towns | Adjacent towns
Clarence - west
Royalton in Niagara County - north
Alabama in Genesee County - east
Pembroke in Genesee County - east
Darien in Genesee County - southeast
Alden - south
Lancaster - southwest
The village of Akron lies within the town, east of the town's geographic center. |
Newstead, New York | Major highways in the Town of Newstead | Major highways in the Town of Newstead
20px 20px Interstate 90 (New York State Thruway) (east-west), passes through the southern part of town from Clarence to Pembroke.
20px New York State Route 5 (Main St.), east–west highway that passes through the southern part of town from Clarence to Pembroke.
20px New York State Route 93 (Maple Rd., Lewis Rd., Buell St. in Newstead; Cedar St., Buffalo St., Buell St. in Akron), north–south highway from Youngstown that travels through Niagara County and into Newstead and has its southern terminus south of Akron at NY 5 (Main Street). |
Newstead, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,404 people, 3,371 households, and 2,332 families residing in the town. The population density was . There were 3,623 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the town was 98.20% White, 0.40% African American, 0.77% Native American, 0.12% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.52% of the population.
There were 3,371 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $40,580, and the median income for a family was $50,255. Males had a median income of $34,306 versus $24,011 for females. The per capita income for the town was $18,447. About 2.9% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.3% of those under age 18 and 6.1% of those age 65 or over. |
Newstead, New York | Communities and locations in Newstead | Communities and locations in Newstead
Akron – Village located on NY-93, north of NY-5.
Akron Airport (9G3) – A general aviation airport on the hilltop east of Akron village.
Akron Falls County Park – Located within the village of Akron, along the banks of Murder Creek. The park provides picnicking, walking trails, and some sports fields.
Akron Junction – A former location where a defunct railroad line branched. This location is on a hiking/bicycle trail north of Leisurewood Recreational Community.
Falkirk – A previous community in Newstead, now absorbed into Akron village.
Hawkins Corners – A location now of historical interest only, south of Akron.
Leisurewood Recreational Community – A large seasonal community composed of trailers and recreational vehicles, occupied primarily during the summer months. It is southwest of Akron.
Murder Creek – A tributary of Tonawanda Creek that flows through the town. The name stems from when an Indian man was killed there.
Murrays Corner – A hamlet on NY-5 by the intersection of Crittenden Road, southeast of Akron village.
Sand Hill – A small hamlet in the northwest part of the town, consisting of a few residences and a church. The hamlet is by the intersection of Rapids and Crego roads.
South Newstead – A location near the border with the town of Alden at the junction of South Newstead and Buckwheat roads. Residences and farms are scattered through the area. Formerly, a post office was located in this area.
Swifts Mills – A location of historical interest in the north part of the town, located on Murder Creek.
Tonawanda Reservation – A small inhabited part of this Indian reservation is in the eastern part of the town. Several retail establishments sell discount cigarettes and untaxed gasoline. |
Newstead, New York | Recreation | Recreation
Newstead and the town of Clarence have constructed several miles of biking and jogging trails that link the towns on a former railroad right-of-way. The Octagon House in the village of Akron is open to visitors who wish to examine this architectural style.
Newstead, because of its vast expanses of open space, has become a popular place for golf course construction. |
Newstead, New York | Notable people | Notable people
Jack Davis, industrialist
Charles F. Tabor, former New York State Attorney General |
Newstead, New York | References | References |
Newstead, New York | External links | External links
Town of Newstead official website
Newstead history
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Towns in Erie County, New York
Category:Towns in New York (state) |
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North Boston, New York | Use mdy dates | North Boston is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the town of Boston in Erie County, New York, United States. As of the 2010 census, the CDP population was 2,521. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area.
North Boston is on the northern town line, located around the junction of NY Routes 277 and 391. |
North Boston, New York | Geography | Geography
North Boston is located at (42.681935, -78.784065).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of , all land. |
North Boston, New York | Demographics | Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 2,680 people, 1,049 households, and 766 families living in the CDP. The population density was . There were 1,080 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the CDP was 99.10% White, 0.07% African American, 0.19% Native American, 0.04% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.26% from other races, and 0.30% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90%.
Of the 1,049 households 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.1% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 23.0% of households were one person and 9.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.02.
The age distribution was 24.0% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.
The median household income was $45,898 and the median family income was $57,266. Males had a median income of $35,833 versus $29,479 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $22,089. About 1.0% of families and 1.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over. |
North Boston, New York | References | References
Category:Hamlets in New York (state)
Category:Census-designated places in New York (state)
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Census-designated places in Erie County, New York
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Sardinia, New York | Use mdy dates | Sardinia is a town in Erie County, New York, United States. The town lies in the southeast corner of Erie County and is considered one of the county's "Southtowns". The town is southeast of Buffalo. The population was 2,775 at the 2010 census. The town is reportedly named after an old Christian hymn, Sardinia,Sardinia, Hymn and the homonymous Mediterranean island. |
Sardinia, New York | History | History
The area known today as the town of Sardinia was first settled circa 1809. George Richmond, from Vermont, and Ezra Nott are considered the first settlers. By 1810, there were approximately fifteen other families in the area, most of whom lived along Cattaraugus Creek, near Genesee and Savage roads. The town of Sardinia was founded in 1821 from the eastern part of the town of Concord. By 1823, there were farms, churches, a post office, taverns, a carding mill, a woolen factory, a gristmill and a tannery. The hamlet of Chaffee developed by the mid-19th century after the construction of the Springville and Sardinia Railroad. The hamlet of Protection also developed around this time and eventually served as a depot of the Buffalo, New York and Philadelphia Railroad.Armstrong Roblee, Lori (ed.). Sardinia 1821-1996 175th Anniversary. Sardinia, New York: 1996 |
Sardinia, New York | Historic buildings | Historic buildings
The town of Sardinia has 38 historic buildings.Town of Sardinia. Comprehensive Plan. 2003. The Old Sardinia Town Hall, also known as the First Baptist Church of Sardinia and now home to the historical society, and Rider-Hopkins Farm and Olmsted Camp are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. |
Sardinia, New York | Legal issues | Legal issues
A notable lawsuit is Gernatt Asphalt Products, Inc. v. Town of Sardinia, in which the interests of the town were upheld by the New York Court of Appeals in regard to rezoning to prevent mining in 1996. |
Sardinia, New York | Schools | Schools
Most of Sardinia attends the Pioneer Central School District. Those not served by the Pioneer Central School District attend either the Holland School District or the Springville GI district. |
Sardinia, New York | Geography | Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which is land and , or 0.46%, is water.
The south town line is defined by Cattaraugus Creek and is the border of Cattaraugus County (town of Yorkshire). The east town line is the border of Wyoming County (town of Arcade). The East Branch of Cazenovia Creek flows northward from Sardinia.
New York State Route 39 crosses the town from west to east, and New York State Route 16 passes through from north to south. |
Sardinia, New York | Hydrography | Hydrography
The town of Sardinia is situated across three watersheds: Cazenovia Creek-Buffalo River watershed to the north; Buffalo Creek watershed to the northeast; and Cattaraugus Creek watershed to the south. Approximately of land are regulated wetlands by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), while less than are federal wetlands regulated by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (US ACOE). Most regulated wetlands are located on the eastern portion of the town. The main watercourse in the town of Sardinia is Cattaraugus Creek, which is also one of the main waterways in Erie County. Cattaraugus Creek flows southwest towards Lake Erie. Other significant streams include: Hosmer Brook, Dresser Creek, Otis Creek and Richmond Gulf.Town of Sardinia. Comprehensive Plan. 2003 |
Sardinia, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,692 people, 944 households, and 731 families residing in the town. The population density was . There were 1,017 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the town was 97.59% White, 0.33% African American, 0.26% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 1.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.59% of the population.
There were 944 households, out of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.5% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.5% were non-families. 17.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and the average family size was 3.21.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,025, and the median income for a family was $45,556. Males had a median income of $32,333 versus $20,923 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,803. About 4.8% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.1% of those under age 18 and 14.5% of those age 65 or over. |
Sardinia, New York | Notable people | Notable people
Eliza Nelson Fryer, educator and missionary
Archibald N. Randall, former Wisconsin state senator
Melville J. Salter, former Lt. Governor of Kansas
Charles Bennett Smith, former US congressman |
Sardinia, New York | Communities and locations in Sardinia | Communities and locations in Sardinia
Chaffee – A hamlet by the east town line on NY-16.
Colegroves Corners – A former community that became part of Sardinia hamlet.
Glenwood – A community that includes the ski resort of Kissing Bridge.
Johnstons Corners – A location formed by the intersection of Allen and Savage roads, west of Chafee.
Matteson Corners – A former community in the north part of the town.
Paradise Lake – A small lake north of Sardinia hamlet.
Pratham – A former community in the town.
Protection – A location on the northern town line which was once a small community in the town.
Sardinia – A hamlet in the south part of the town on NY-39.
Shepards Corners – A location formed by the intersection of Genesee and Warner Gulf roads, south of Scott's Corners.
Scott's Corners – A location formed by the intersection of Allen and Warner Gulf roads northwest of Sardinia hamlet. |
Sardinia, New York | References | References |
Sardinia, New York | External links | External links
Town of Sardinia official website
Early Sardinia history
Historic Postcards from Sardinia, NY: A collection on New York Heritage
Pioneer Central School District
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Towns in Erie County, New York
Category:Towns in New York (state) |
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Springville, New York | Use mdy dates | Springville is a village in the southeastern section of the town of Concord in Erie County, New York, United States. Springville is the principal community in the town and a major business location in southern Erie County. The population was 4,296 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. Springville was originally named "Fiddler's Green" before it was renamed "Springville". Springville is well known for being home to Glenn "Pop" Warner, an important figure in American Football history. |
Springville, New York | History | History
In 1808, Samuel Cochran became the first permanent settler in the town, it had been a tract of land once known as Holland Purchase. The Springville Academy, opening in 1830, became the first high school in Erie County. It was given its current name, Springville Griffith Institute, in 1867 to honor Archibald Griffith, a donor. The village of Springville was incorporated in 1834 from part of the town of Concord. The Dygert Farm on Elk Street was the site of the 1866 and 1867 Erie County Fair, and also served as training grounds for Jim Thorpe.
The Springville post office contains a mural, Fiddler's Green, painted in 1939 by Victoria Hutson Huntley. Federally commissioned murals were produced from 1934 to 1943 in the United States through the Section of Painting and Sculpture, later called the Section of Fine Arts, of the Treasury Department.
Springville is home to five National Register of Historic Places-listed (NRHP) buildings (Citizens National Bank; Buffalo, Rochester and Pittsburgh Railroad Station; Baptist Church of Springville; United States Post Office; Scoby Power Plant and Dam) and the NRHP-listed East Main-Mechanic Streets Historic District and East Hill Historic District. |
Springville, New York | Geography | Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of , of which is land and 0.27% is water.
Cattaraugus Creek and Cattaraugus County are south of the village.
New York State Route 39 (NY 39), a major east–west truck road, becomes Main Street upon entering Springville. U.S. Route 219, the Southern Expressway, passes just west of the village. NY 240 (Vaughn Street), a major north–south truck road, marks the east border of the village. |
Springville, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,252 people, 1,705 households, and 1,091 families residing in the village. The population density was . There were 1,798 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the village was 98.28% White, 0.49% African American, 0.21% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.19% from other races, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.61% of the population.
There were 1,705 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.0% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.01.
The population was spread out in the village with 25.1% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.1 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $38,221, and the median income for a family was $49,422. Males had a median income of $39,452 versus $24,621 for females. The per capita income for the village was $19,302. About 5.4% of families and 7.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.0% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over. |
Springville, New York | Notable people | Notable people
Bertrand Chaffee, businessman, farmer, and philanthropist; president of the Springville and Sardinia Railroad
Joseph Gallup Cochran (1817–1871), Presbyterian missionary, minister, teacher, and translator.
C. DeForest Cummings, former Syracuse Orange football coach
Emmons Dunbar, agriculturalist, college football coach
Erwin F. Dygert, noted importer of Belgian horses, and harness racing
Elon Howard Eaton, ornithologist, attended school in Springville
Ken Knowlton, computer graphics pioneer
Asher P. Nichols, state senator
Fletcher Pratt, author and historian
Tom Reynolds, Republican politician
George Schuster, driver in the 1908 New York to Paris Auto Race
Allen D. Scott, former New York state senator
Bill Simon, songwriter (with Jack Yellen), jazz critic, saxophonist
Joey Snyder III, pro golfer
Bill Warner, college football coach, brother of Pop Warner
Pop Warner, coach, prompter, helped shape football into the form it is played today
Christine Weidinger, opera singer
Jack Yellen, songwriter (including "Ain't She Sweet" and the Franklin D. Roosevelt campaign tune "Happy Days Are Here Again") |
Springville, New York | Arts and culture | Arts and culture
thumb|Victoria H. Huntley post office mural
Springville Center for the Arts - A community multi-arts center that produces theater shows, gallery exhibits, workshops and more. The original establishment closed in 2007. Their new establishment is the former Baptist Church building at the corner of North Buffalo Street and Franklin Street. |
Springville, New York | Schools | Schools
Springville-Griffith Institute Central School District |
Springville, New York | References | References |
Springville, New York | External links | External links
Village of Springville official website
Springville Chamber of Commerce
History of Springville
Category:Villages in New York (state)
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Villages in Erie County, New York |
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Town Line, New York | Use mdy dates | Town Line is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 2,367 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The community is located on the boundary between the towns of Lancaster and Alden. Town Line is notable for having held a nonbinding vote to secede from the United States in 1861, and for having held a ceremonial vote to rejoin the United States in 1946. |
Town Line, New York | History | History
According to Town Line oral lore, in 1861, 125 men gathered in an informal meeting at a local schoolhouse and passed (85 to 40) a resolution to secede from the United States. Because Town Line was never an incorporated municipal entity in the first place and had no well-defined boundaries, the resolution had no legal effect; neither the Confederacy nor the Union ever formally recognized the action.Federal Writers' Project, New York: A Guide to the Empire State (1940) p 436 Alden Historical Society archivist Karen Muchow has stated that there are no written records of the action. According to Muchow, several members of the German-American community fled to Canada and twenty residents fought for the Union Army. While the reason behind the vote is unknown, author Daren Wang and others have opined that Town Line residents—some of whom had emigrated from Germany to avoid conscription—were motivated by opposition to a potential military draft being necessitated by the Civil War.
Town Line held a ceremony on January 24, 1946 to "rejoin" the Union. Hollywood celebrity Cesar Romero participated in the festivities. On that day, residents voted, 90 to 23, to rescind the 19th-century secession vote. |
Town Line, New York | Geography | Geography
Town Line is located at (42.884974, -78.558428). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of , all land. |
Town Line, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,521 people, 906 households, and 759 families residing in the CDP. The population density was . There were 925 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the CDP was 99.29% White, 0.20% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, and 0.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.
There were 906 households out of which 32.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.4% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.2% were non-families. 13.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the CDP, the population was spread out with 23.9% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 31.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.4 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $51,548, and the median income for a family was $57,054. Males had a median income of $36,589 versus $30,000 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $21,957. About 3.6% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and 2.7% of those age 65 or over. |
Town Line, New York | See also | See also
Dade County, Georgia - voted to secede (unrecognized) from the state of Georgia, and from the United States, rejoined in 1945. |
Town Line, New York | References | References
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Census-designated places in Erie County, New York
Category:Census-designated places in New York (state)
Category:Secession crisis of 1860–61 |
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Wales, New York | Use mdy dates | Wales is a town in Erie County, New York, United States. The town is one of the "Southtowns" of Erie County by virtue of its position in the southeast part of the county, southeast of Buffalo. As of the 2010 census the town had a population of 3,005. |
Wales, New York | History | History
The town was formed in 1818 from the town of Willink.
Originally a farming community, the town of Wales is documented through profiles of its churches, civic organizations, businesses, and individual citizens. Established in 1818, the town of 3,000 residents is located in a scenic area of Erie County amid woodlands and streams. Town boards over the years have been respectful of the residents' desire to maintain a small-town atmosphere and quality of life, and the transition to modern life has emphasized small, family-oriented businesses. Personal commitment and a spirit of volunteerism have prevailed in the community, as evidenced by its many interactive organizations.
The town is named because its hills and green fields reminded settlers of the nation of Wales. |
Wales, New York | Geography | Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , of which is land and , or 0.14%, is water.
The east town line is the border of Wyoming County.
New York State Route 400 passes through the southwest part of the town. |
Wales, New York | Climate | Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Wales has a warm-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Wales was on July 10, 2020, and July 17, 2022, while the coldest temperature recorded was on December 13, 1988, and February 14–15, 2016. |
Wales, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,960 people, 1,116 households, and 841 families residing in the town. The population density was . There were 1,165 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the town was 98.58% White, 0.10% African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.37% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population.
There were 1,116 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.3% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.6% were non-families. 19.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.07.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 27.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.9 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $51,486, and the median income for a family was $59,350. Males had a median income of $40,125 versus $29,737 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,616. About 2.1% of families and 3.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over. |
Wales, New York | Notable people | Notable people
Alice Moore Hubbard, American feminist, writer, and, with her husband, Elbert Hubbard was a leading figure in the Roycroft movement
John James Knowlton, former Wisconsin State Assemblyman
Wally Schang, a catcher in major league baseball from 1913 to 1931. Schang Rd. in Wales named after him
Adoniram J. Warner, former US Congressman, Union Army General in American Civil War |
Wales, New York | Communities and locations in Wales | Communities and locations in Wales
Buffalo Creek – A stream flowing northward through the town.
Colgrave – A location on Centerline Road in the western part of the town.
Goodleburg Cemetery – An unused cemetery located in the town.
South Wales – A hamlet on the border of the town of Aurora in the southwest part of Wales. This community lies at the south end of NY-400 on NY-16 and is the home of the Gow School.
Wales Center – A hamlet near the northern town border.
Wales Hollow (or "Woods Hollow") – A location near the town's western edge. |
Wales, New York | See also | See also
Iroquois Central School District |
Wales, New York | References | References |
Wales, New York | External links | External links
Town of Wales official website
"History of Wales, NY" (1898)
East Aurora Advertiser, local community newspaper
Category:Populated places established in 1818
Category:Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area
Category:Towns in Erie County, New York
Category:Towns in New York (state) |
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Williamsville, New York | Use mdy dates | Williamsville is a village in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 5,423 at the 2020 census. The village is named after Jonas Williams, an early settler. It is part of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area.
Williamsville is located mostly within the town of Amherst, but Creek Road and Creek Heights in the south part of the village (near the Wehrle Drive underpass of the New York State Thruway) are in the town of Cheektowaga. The village is in the northeastern quadrant of Erie County.
The Williamsville Central School District is a school system covering Williamsville, most of the eastern part of Amherst, and a small portion of the western end of Clarence. |
Williamsville, New York | History | History
The community developed where the major road between Batavia and Buffalo crossed Ellicott Creek just above Glen Falls. The water power offered by the waterfall attracted millers. The first mill was built by Jonas Williams in 1811, giving the village its first name, "Williams Mills". It still stands today, next to Glen Park, and is known as the Williamsville Water Mill.
Several other mills were built near Glen Falls during the 19th century. In 1841, a raceway was constructed to divert water from Ellicott Creek to the mills, creating an island known today as Island Park. A stagecoach stop, tavern, and inn was built along the main road near Ellicott Creek by Oziel Smith in 1827. Today it is known as the Eagle House. The close crossing of the main road and Ellicott Creek's Glen Falls was the initial attraction, around which Williamsville grew. The village was incorporated in 1850.
Ss. Peter and Paul Church was loosely operating in the early 1820s, and the current church construction began in 1834 following the sale of land for the church from a non-parishioner, Oziel Smith, and was finished in 1836. St. John Neumann arrived to lead Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church from 1836 to 1840. Ss. Peter and Paul School was started by St. John Neumann in 1836, who also served as one of its first teachers.
During the War of 1812, American troops were stationed in Williamsville in the area between Garrison Road and Ellicott Creek. American soldiers and British prisoners were treated in a field hospital and log barracks that lined Garrison Road. A small cemetery, located on Aero Drive between Wehrle and Youngs Road, was used to bury the men who did not survive. General Winfield Scott used the Evans House as his headquarters in the Spring of 1813 when his entire army of 5,000–6,000 men were stationed in Williamsville. In 1813, when the British burned Buffalo, people fled to the safety of Williamsville, nearby Harris Hill, and Erie, Pennsylvania.
The village of Williamsville was one of more than 550 villages incorporated by New York State in 1850.
In 1983, Williamsville passed a Historic Preservation Code "to promote the awareness of landmarks of historic, cultural, social and architectural significance in the Village of Williamsville and to safe guard the heritage, character and quality of life unique to the Village through the preservation of these landmarks."
Every summer in Williamsville, Old Home DaysWelcome to OldHomeDays.org! is held in Island Park, located directly on Main Street in the village. The Carnival begins with a parade on the opening Tuesday, and for four days, thousands of people enjoy rides, food, and the people of Williamsville. The Old Home Days festival is in remembrance of several women who in the mid-19th century came to the park once each summer to drink tea and catch up on the years past.
In 2010, government downsizing activist Kevin Gaughan campaigned to dissolve the village government. After a highly contentious campaign, a dissolution referendum was held on August 17, 2010, where voters rejected dissolution by a 5–1 margin. |
Williamsville, New York | Geography | Geography
thumb|alt=Glen Falls on Ellicott Creek in Williamsville NY, August 2021, with the moon overhead and a privately-owned spotlight illuminating the falls.|Glen Falls on Ellicott Creek in Williamsville
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of , all land.
Ellicott Creek flows through the village from south to north. The Onondaga Escarpment runs through the village east to west. Glen Falls marks the place where Ellicott Creek falls over the escarpment. An early name for Ellicott Creek was "Eleven Mile Creek".
Main Street is part of the east–west New York State Route 5 (NY 5). American surveyor Joseph Ellicott had the "Great Iroquois Trail", an ancient path from the Hudson River to Lake Erie, improved. It was known as the "Buffalo Road" and, later, "Main Street". North Union Road, part of NY 277, is a major north–south road through the west end of the village. Transit Road, surveyed by Joseph Ellicott, was named for an important surveying instrument (a transit level). Transit Road marks the boundary between townships (Amherst and Clarence, Cheektowaga and Lancaster), inter alia. Joseph Ellicott's surveys of western New York divided the Holland Purchase land into a grid of more or less square of townships with boundaries aligned north–south and east–west, a system related to the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) used in most of the rest of post-colonial America. In western New York, strict accordance to the PLSS was not required or followed, since the land was not federally owned, but had passed directly from the Seneca Indians to land speculators such as the Holland Land Company.
The New York State Thruway (Interstate 90 or I-90) passes through the south part of the village and connects to I-290. A Thruway toll plaza located near the village has been a matter of controversy for years and recent proposals suggest it may be moved farther east. |
Williamsville, New York | Demographics | Demographics
As of the 2020 US Census there were 5,423 people, 2,364 households, 1,308 families residing in the village, 594 with own children under 18 years. The population density was 4,283.6 people/mi2 (1,653.9 /km2). The racial makeup of the village was 86.4% White, 4.6% Asian, 3.6% African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.83% of other races, and 4.7% of two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 2,364 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.7% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.83.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 18.7% under the age of 19, 6.0% from 20 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older, with a median age of 45. The population was 47.3% male and 52.7% female.
According to the 2000 US Census, there were 2,695 housing units at an average density of . The median income for a household in the village was $47,557, and the median income for a family was $65,300. Males had a median income of $43,500 versus $32,172 for females. The per capita income for the village was $27,177. About 2.5% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.7% of those under age 18 and 4.7% of those age 65 or over.
In 2007 it was found that the violent crimes per 1,000 residents were measured at 1.13, where as the national median was 4.0, property crimes (per 1000) were at 16.98, the national average was 29.4, and crimes per square mile were at 13, the national average was at 39.3. |
Williamsville, New York | Arts and culture | Arts and culture
thumb|upright|Williamsville Water Mill |
Williamsville, New York | Landmarks | Landmarks
Williamsville has several parks. Glen Park, (the site of an amusement park in the 1940s and 1950s), offers views of Ellicott Creek as it falls over the Onondaga Escarpment, forming the Glen Falls; Island Park has a large pavilion and is the site of Old Home Days and the Taste of Williamsville events during the summer.
There are 34 sites in Williamsville designated as landmarks by the village's Historic Preservation Commission The Williamsville Christian Church and the Williamsville Water Mill Complex are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. |
Williamsville, New York | Festival | Festival
The main festival in Williamsville is Old Home Days and there also is the Taste of Williamsville. During the summer there is Music on Main, a musical festival hosted by several businesses on Main Street where local bands play on street corners during various days. |
Williamsville, New York | Parks and recreation | Parks and recreation
Recreational facilities in town include a rollerskating rink and the Lehigh Memory Trail. |
Williamsville, New York | Education | Education
Children of school age may attend public schools within the Williamsville Central School District, whose boundaries cover the entire village as well as much of the adjacent unincorporated Town of Amherst and parts of other towns. - Text list
Williamsville Central operates six elementary (grades K-4), four middle (5-8), and three high (9-12) schools. Of those, Village of Williamsville children are districted to Forest Elementary, Mill Middle, and Williamsville South High School.
The private schools of Williamsville include Saints Peter and Paul (Roman Catholic Diocese of Buffalo), as well as Christian Central Academy. |
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