114-495: College Hill is a residential neighborhood in Easton, Pennsylvania . The neighborhood is situated on the hill overlooking downtown Easton which was once known as Mount Lafayette, and before that, Mount Washington. Lafayette College borders the neighborhood on its southwest side. The northern boundary of the neighborhood is Forks Township . The boundary lies along Chestnut Ridge, a steep hill that rises to 700 feet. College Hill has
228-501: A sports radio station broadcasting at 1230 AM, WODE-FM "The Hawk", a classic rock station broadcasting at 99.9 FM, WCTO "Cat Country 96", a country music station broadcasting on 96.1 FM, WJRH , a Lafayette College college radio station broadcasting at 104.9 FM, and WEST "Loud Radio", a rhythmic contemporary radio station broadcasting at 99.5 FM. WDIY-FM , a National Public Radio affiliate located in Bethlehem, maintains
342-444: A sports radio station broadcasting at 1230 AM, WODE-FM "The Hawk", a classic rock station broadcasting at 99.9 FM, WCTO "Cat Country 96", a country music station broadcasting on 96.1 FM, WJRH , a Lafayette College college radio station broadcasting at 104.9 FM, and WEST "Loud Radio", a rhythmic contemporary radio station broadcasting at 99.5 FM. WDIY-FM , a National Public Radio affiliate located in Bethlehem, maintains
456-663: A translator in Easton and broadcasts at 93.9 FM. Two national magazines, Runner's World and Bicycling , are based in Easton. Easton was once served only by the 215 area code from 1947 when the North American Numbering Plan of the Bell System went into effect until 1994. In response to southeastern Pennsylvania's growing telecommunication demand, Easton telephone exchanges were switched to area code 610 in 1994. An overlay area code , 484,
570-468: A translator in Easton and broadcasts at 93.9 FM. Two national magazines, Runner's World and Bicycling , are based in Easton. Easton was once served only by the 215 area code from 1947 when the North American Numbering Plan of the Bell System went into effect until 1994. In response to southeastern Pennsylvania's growing telecommunication demand, Easton telephone exchanges were switched to area code 610 in 1994. An overlay area code , 484,
684-490: A household in the city was $ 33,162, and the median income for a family was $ 38,704. Males had a median income of $ 32,356 versus $ 23,609 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 15,949. About 12.3% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line , including 21.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over. The Easton Area School District serves public school students from Easton, Forks Township , Palmer Township , Martins Creek to
798-490: A household in the city was $ 33,162, and the median income for a family was $ 38,704. Males had a median income of $ 32,356 versus $ 23,609 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 15,949. About 12.3% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line , including 21.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over. The Easton Area School District serves public school students from Easton, Forks Township , Palmer Township , Martins Creek to
912-455: A mayor who is chairman and a voting member of the city council. All these officials are elected to four-year terms. The incumbent mayor, Democrat Salvatore J. Panto, Jr. , was reelected to his fourth consecutive term in 2019; he previously served two terms as Easton mayor from 1984 to 1992. Easton is part of Pennsylvania's 7th congressional district , represented in the U.S. House of Representatives currently by Democrat Susan Wild , who
1026-455: A mayor who is chairman and a voting member of the city council. All these officials are elected to four-year terms. The incumbent mayor, Democrat Salvatore J. Panto, Jr. , was reelected to his fourth consecutive term in 2019; he previously served two terms as Easton mayor from 1984 to 1992. Easton is part of Pennsylvania's 7th congressional district , represented in the U.S. House of Representatives currently by Democrat Susan Wild , who
1140-512: A round base was finally built replicating an existing fountain in Marietta, GA. The restoration boosted economic growth of College Hill in the sense that it increased traffic to its key business corridor. The Lafayette Inn has been a landmark of College Hill for centuries. Built in 1895, the Georgian mansion was originally meant to be an investment property by Elizabeth Wagner Leary. The land
1254-488: A total of three historic religious institutional buildings, three parks, and the remains of Rinek Mansion grounds. The neighborhood has 855 buildings. The northeast sector of College Hill contains professionally designed buildings, primarily built between 1830 and 1940 while the northwest sector contains a high concentration of 20th century pattern catalog houses which was built by the Speer Lumber company. The district
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#17327912346561368-625: A wedding present from John Eyerman, a Lafayette College Graduate to his bride Lucy Maxwell. In 1914, a member of the Lafayette College trustees purchased the building and made several renovations to it. After the necessary renovations, Lafayette College acquired the building in 1960 and made it the home to the college's scholar society. The house is sited on three acres and overlooks the Delaware River. Nevin Park Fountain
1482-508: Is College Hill, home of Lafayette College . South Easton, divided by the Lehigh River from the rest of the city, was a separate borough until 1898; it was settled initially by Native Americans and later by canal workers, and home to several silk mills . Wilson , West Easton , and Glendon are directly adjacent to the city. Wilson partly aligns to the same north–south grid as Easton. Easton's Historic Downtown District lies directly at
1596-447: Is College Hill, home of Lafayette College . South Easton, divided by the Lehigh River from the rest of the city, was a separate borough until 1898; it was settled initially by Native Americans and later by canal workers, and home to several silk mills . Wilson , West Easton , and Glendon are directly adjacent to the city. Wilson partly aligns to the same north–south grid as Easton. Easton's Historic Downtown District lies directly at
1710-452: Is a 109–110-year-old school located in Easton, Pennsylvania . It was named after Francis March , professor of English and philology at Lafayette College . He was the first-ever to hold the title "Professor of English Language and Literature" in both America and in Europe. He taught at Lafayette for 56 years and refused numerous offers to leave the school as he was very loyal to the school. He
1824-531: Is a city in and the county seat of Northampton County, Pennsylvania , United States. The city's population was 28,127 as of the 2020 census . Easton is located at the confluence of the Lehigh River , a 109-mile-long (175 km) river that joins the Delaware River in Easton and serves as the city's eastern geographic boundary with Phillipsburg, New Jersey . Easton is the easternmost city in
1938-536: Is headquartered in nearby Palmer Township . The Lehigh Valley Railroad , Central Railroad of New Jersey , which uses the Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad , Lehigh and Hudson River Railway , and Conrail are major defunct railroads that operated in Easton. Norfolk Southern Railway is now the only railroad in Easton. Easton's daily newspaper is The Express-Times . The Morning Call , based in Allentown , also
2052-428: Is headquartered in nearby Palmer Township . The Lehigh Valley Railroad , Central Railroad of New Jersey , which uses the Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad , Lehigh and Hudson River Railway , and Conrail are major defunct railroads that operated in Easton. Norfolk Southern Railway is now the only railroad in Easton. Easton's daily newspaper is The Express-Times . The Morning Call , based in Allentown , also
2166-531: Is located at 40°41′18″N 75°12′59″W / 40.68833°N 75.21639°W / 40.68833; -75.21639 (40.688248, −75.216458). According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 4.7 square miles (12 km ), 4.3 square miles (11 km ) of which is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km ) (8.39%) of which is water, including Bushkill Creek and the Lehigh and Delaware rivers. It also includes an island, Getter's Island , which
2280-478: Is located at 40°41′18″N 75°12′59″W / 40.68833°N 75.21639°W / 40.68833; -75.21639 (40.688248, −75.216458). According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 4.7 square miles (12 km ), 4.3 square miles (11 km ) of which is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km ) (8.39%) of which is water, including Bushkill Creek and the Lehigh and Delaware rivers. It also includes an island, Getter's Island , which
2394-616: Is primarily known for its mix of architectural styles. The neighborhood also contains many small businesses. Many College Hill residents are professors at Lafayette College, which lies south of College Hill. Generally, residents of College Hill are fairly wealthy and well educated. In 1736, Benjamin Eastburn, Surveyor General of Pennsylvania, allocated the original 1,000-acre tract of land of Easton for Thomas Penn. The southern three-quarters of this land area were to become part of College Hill. Between July 27 and August 23, 1789, this land tract
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#17327912346562508-613: Is read in the city. Easton is part of the Philadelphia media market but also receives numerous radio and television channels from New York City and the smaller Scranton - Wilkes-Barre media market to the northwest. Two television stations are based in the Easton area: PBS affiliate WLVT Channel 39 in Bethlehem and independent station WFMZ Channel 69 in Allentown . Five radio stations are based in Easton: WEEX ,
2622-435: Is read in the city. Easton is part of the Philadelphia media market but also receives numerous radio and television channels from New York City and the smaller Scranton - Wilkes-Barre media market to the northwest. Two television stations are based in the Easton area: PBS affiliate WLVT Channel 39 in Bethlehem and independent station WFMZ Channel 69 in Allentown . Five radio stations are based in Easton: WEEX ,
2736-465: Is similar to increases in Allentown and Bethlehem , the Valley's two largest cities. There were 9,544 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 16.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.9% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.0% had someone living alone who
2850-412: Is similar to increases in Allentown and Bethlehem , the Valley's two largest cities. There were 9,544 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 16.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.9% were non-families. 31.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.0% had someone living alone who
2964-517: Is the easternmost city in the Lehigh Valley , a region of 731 square miles (1,890 km ) that is Pennsylvania 's third-largest and the nation's 68th-largest metropolitan region with 861,889 residents as of the U.S. 2020 census . Of the Valley's three major cities, Allentown , Bethlehem , and Easton, Easton is the smallest with approximately one-fourth the population of Allentown, the Valley's largest city. The greater Easton area includes
3078-695: Is the home of 27 interactive children's attractions, and the National Canal Museum , which focuses on the region's canal history, and the Crayola Experience , which is owned by Crayola LLC , formerly known as Binney & Smith, a major toy manufacturer based in nearby Forks Township . The global headquarters for Victaulic is based in nearby Forks Township. Easton also was once the home of Dixie Cup Corporation , manufacturer of Dixie Cups and other consumer products. Majestic Athletic , current provider of Major League Baseball uniforms,
3192-555: Is the home of 27 interactive children's attractions, and the National Canal Museum , which focuses on the region's canal history, and the Crayola Experience , which is owned by Crayola LLC , formerly known as Binney & Smith, a major toy manufacturer based in nearby Forks Township . The global headquarters for Victaulic is based in nearby Forks Township. Easton also was once the home of Dixie Cup Corporation , manufacturer of Dixie Cups and other consumer products. Majestic Athletic , current provider of Major League Baseball uniforms,
3306-497: Is the trucks and wagons, loaded with farm produce, drawn up to the curb at the Circle [Centre Square]. Women, scrupulously clean in their calico house dresses, and men in overalls or ' Sunday best ,' arrange makeshift counters on which to display their vegetables, meats, crocks of apple butter , and pastries. On December 16, 1925, the nation's largest fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega , was founded at Lafayette College in Easton. Easton
3420-444: Is the trucks and wagons, loaded with farm produce, drawn up to the curb at the Circle [Centre Square]. Women, scrupulously clean in their calico house dresses, and men in overalls or ' Sunday best ,' arrange makeshift counters on which to display their vegetables, meats, crocks of apple butter , and pastries. On December 16, 1925, the nation's largest fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega , was founded at Lafayette College in Easton. Easton
3534-414: Is to replace these homes with more student housing and college commercial space as the school continue to expand. This expansion is part of Lafayette College's broader plan to bring in more students to fund more financial aid and make the school more affordable. There has been a lot of backlash against the plan by College Hill and Easton residents. Many residents view it as an increased encroachment on many of
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3648-698: The British colonial government then governing the Province of Pennsylvania and the Native American tribes, including the Shawnee and Lenape, from what was then called Ohio Country . Easton and the broader Lehigh Valley region played an instrumental and supportive role during the American Revolution , which commenced in 1775. In recognition of the strong pro-revolutionary sentiment in
3762-401: The British colonial government then governing the Province of Pennsylvania and the Native American tribes, including the Shawnee and Lenape, from what was then called Ohio Country . Easton and the broader Lehigh Valley region played an instrumental and supportive role during the American Revolution , which commenced in 1775. In recognition of the strong pro-revolutionary sentiment in
3876-533: The British Army on the frontier. Located at the confluence of the rapidly flowing Lehigh River and the deeper and wider Delaware River , Easton became a major commercial center during the canal and railroad periods of the 19th century and a transportation hub for the region's coal, iron, and steel industries. The Delaware Canal was built soon after the lower Lehigh Canal was opened in 1818 and became effective in delivering much-needed anthracite coal to
3990-473: The British Army on the frontier. Located at the confluence of the rapidly flowing Lehigh River and the deeper and wider Delaware River , Easton became a major commercial center during the canal and railroad periods of the 19th century and a transportation hub for the region's coal, iron, and steel industries. The Delaware Canal was built soon after the lower Lehigh Canal was opened in 1818 and became effective in delivering much-needed anthracite coal to
4104-697: The Easton Neston . The county was named after the estate's location, which was in the south of Northamptonshire , England. The Lenape Native Americans originally referred to present-day Easton and its surrounding region as Lechauwitank, meaning 'the Place at the Forks'. The land that includes present-day Easton was obtained from the Lenape in the Walking Purchase in 1737. A plaque commemorating
4218-412: The Easton Neston . The county was named after the estate's location, which was in the south of Northamptonshire , England. The Lenape Native Americans originally referred to present-day Easton and its surrounding region as Lechauwitank, meaning 'the Place at the Forks'. The land that includes present-day Easton was obtained from the Lenape in the Walking Purchase in 1737. A plaque commemorating
4332-573: The Lehigh River , then as Philadelphia Road farther south), Cattell Street, Riverside Drive, and Delaware Drive (PA Route 611). Air transport to and from Easton is available through Lehigh Valley International Airport , which is located approximately 11 miles (18 km) west of the city, in Hanover Township . Braden Airpark , also known as Easton Airport, is a smaller airport located about three nautical miles north of Easton's central business district. Easton, Pennsylvania Easton
4446-428: The Lehigh Valley , a region of 731 square miles (1,890 km ) that is Pennsylvania 's third-largest and the nation's 68th-largest metropolitan region with 861,889 residents as of the U.S. 2020 census . Of the Valley's three major cities, Allentown , Bethlehem , and Easton, Easton is the smallest with approximately one-fourth the population of Allentown, the Valley's largest city. The greater Easton area includes
4560-678: The Writers' Program of the Works Progress Administration in 1940, described the rich and cosmopolitan fabric of Easton's society in the first half of the 20th century: The city is a composite of a hurried commercial present and a sedate mercantile past, leavened by a carefree college atmosphere. Coeds, dressed according to the dictates of Hollywood, and college boys in sports clothes and near-white buckskin shoes worn without regard for time or season, rub elbows with frugal Pennsylvania Dutch . A familiar sight on market days
4674-541: The Writers' Program of the Works Progress Administration in 1940, described the rich and cosmopolitan fabric of Easton's society in the first half of the 20th century: The city is a composite of a hurried commercial present and a sedate mercantile past, leavened by a carefree college atmosphere. Coeds, dressed according to the dictates of Hollywood, and college boys in sports clothes and near-white buckskin shoes worn without regard for time or season, rub elbows with frugal Pennsylvania Dutch . A familiar sight on market days
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4788-410: The 12 largest high schools in the Lehigh Valley and Poconos and is one of the nation's most elite high school athletic conferences. Easton holds the third most conference championships in all sports, behind only Parkland High School and Emmaus High School . Easton is also home to Notre Dame High School , a Catholic school. Easton is the home of one four-year college, Lafayette College , which
4902-410: The 12 largest high schools in the Lehigh Valley and Poconos and is one of the nation's most elite high school athletic conferences. Easton holds the third most conference championships in all sports, behind only Parkland High School and Emmaus High School . Easton is also home to Notre Dame High School , a Catholic school. Easton is the home of one four-year college, Lafayette College , which
5016-771: The Circle. The Peace Candle , a candle-like structure, is assembled and disassembled every year atop the Civil War monument for the Christmas season . Norfolk Southern Railway 's Lehigh Line , formerly the main line of the Lehigh Valley Railroad , runs through Easton on its way to Bethlehem and Allentown heading west across the Delaware River to Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Easton is located 14 miles (23 km) northeast of Allentown, 51 miles (82 km) north of Philadelphia , and 64 miles (103 km) west of New York City . On August 22, 1751, Thomas Penn ,
5130-585: The Circle. The Peace Candle , a candle-like structure, is assembled and disassembled every year atop the Civil War monument for the Christmas season . Norfolk Southern Railway 's Lehigh Line , formerly the main line of the Lehigh Valley Railroad , runs through Easton on its way to Bethlehem and Allentown heading west across the Delaware River to Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Easton is located 14 miles (23 km) northeast of Allentown, 51 miles (82 km) north of Philadelphia , and 64 miles (103 km) west of New York City . On August 22, 1751, Thomas Penn ,
5244-652: The College Hill Residential Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of the extensive collection of stately homes and mansions that were constructed between 1830 and 1940, including the McKelvy House that was designed in 1888 by the renowned firm of McKim, Mead and White. The push for College Hill to become a recognized historical district was made by Sal Panto Jr., who
5358-856: The LH&;S tracks from the 1870s until the Conrail consolidations absorbed both the Central Railroad of New Jersey and Lehigh Valley Railroad in 1966. Today, the Lehigh Valley Railroad's main line is the only major rail line that goes through Easton and is now known as the Lehigh Line ; the Lehigh Line was bought by the Norfolk Southern Railway in 1999. In the mid-19th century, canal transportation
5472-412: The LH&S tracks from the 1870s until the Conrail consolidations absorbed both the Central Railroad of New Jersey and Lehigh Valley Railroad in 1966. Today, the Lehigh Valley Railroad's main line is the only major rail line that goes through Easton and is now known as the Lehigh Line ; the Lehigh Line was bought by the Norfolk Southern Railway in 1999. In the mid-19th century, canal transportation
5586-512: The Lehigh River. The West Ward district is located west of downtown and encompasses much of west side Easton between Sixth and Fifteenth Streets. Under the Köppen climate classification , Easton falls within either a hot-summer humid continental climate ( Dfa ) if the 0 °C (32 °F) isotherm is used or a humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ) if the −3 °C (27 °F) isotherm is used. Summers are usually hot and very muggy, averaging in
5700-460: The Lehigh River. The West Ward district is located west of downtown and encompasses much of west side Easton between Sixth and Fifteenth Streets. Under the Köppen climate classification , Easton falls within either a hot-summer humid continental climate ( Dfa ) if the 0 °C (32 °F) isotherm is used or a humid subtropical climate ( Cfa ) if the −3 °C (27 °F) isotherm is used. Summers are usually hot and very muggy, averaging in
5814-570: The March Street School, the Municipal Water Filtration Plant and Reservoir buildings. Though the city of Easton has the capacity to attract larger businesses, due to the volume of traffic that passes through the town, it remains a less commercialized area to preserve the city's unique, quirky, niche-like feel. Businesses on College Hill tend to thrive while Lafayette College's classes are in session. Over
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#17327912346565928-662: The area. In the first half of the 20th century, the Speer Lumber Co. of Easton settled in College Hill. The company supplied lumber and provided high quality millwork to the entire Lehigh Valley and in parts of New Jersey as well. It later became the Hummel Lumber Company in the 1940s and still exists today at its original location. A majority of the 200 residences that were built by the company were based on old and famous architectural styles. In 1992,
6042-401: The average person per household is 2.63. The median income for people under 25 years old is $ 38,963, $ 62,838 from 25 to 44, $ 75,163 at 45–64 and $ 50,166 for 65 and over. Since 2000, there has been a 28% increase/decrease in income and 4% since 2010. The average household income is estimated to be $ 81,278 with a median household income of $ 64,330. Mckelvy House formerly known as “Oakhurst” is
6156-402: The building was broken down into apartments and sold multiple times throughout the next thirty years. It was briefly owned by a Lafayette fraternity in 1958, but due to the continuous decline of the fraternity, it was left vacant once again by 1982. In 1986, investors saw potential in the remarkable building, and bought and converted the property into the now Easton hotel. Francis A March School
6270-618: The city and region, Easton was one of only three designated locations, along with Philadelphia and Trenton, New Jersey , where the Declaration of Independence was read aloud in public for the first time on July 8, 1776, at noon, four days following its unanimous passage by the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. During the Declaration's reading in Easton, the Easton flag was flown, making it one of
6384-419: The city and region, Easton was one of only three designated locations, along with Philadelphia and Trenton, New Jersey , where the Declaration of Independence was read aloud in public for the first time on July 8, 1776, at noon, four days following its unanimous passage by the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. During the Declaration's reading in Easton, the Easton flag was flown, making it one of
6498-529: The city of Easton, three townships ( Forks , Palmer , and Williams ), and three boroughs ( Glendon , West Easton , and Wilson ). Centre Square, the city's town square in its downtown neighborhood, is home to the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, a memorial for Easton area veterans killed during the American Civil War . In the first half of the 20th century, Centre Square was referred to locally as
6612-405: The city of Easton, three townships ( Forks , Palmer , and Williams ), and three boroughs ( Glendon , West Easton , and Wilson ). Centre Square, the city's town square in its downtown neighborhood, is home to the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, a memorial for Easton area veterans killed during the American Civil War . In the first half of the 20th century, Centre Square was referred to locally as
6726-557: The city on an east–west alignment, but the nearest interchange is in adjacent Williams Township. U.S. Route 22 is the main highway through central Easton, following the Lehigh Valley Thruway along an east–west alignment. Pennsylvania Route 33 briefly crosses the far southwestern corner of Easton, but the nearest interchange is in Bethlehem Township. Pennsylvania Route 611 follows a north–south route along
6840-415: The city on an east–west alignment, but the nearest interchange is in adjacent Williams Township. U.S. Route 22 is the main highway through central Easton, following the Lehigh Valley Thruway along an east–west alignment. Pennsylvania Route 33 briefly crosses the far southwestern corner of Easton, but the nearest interchange is in Bethlehem Township. Pennsylvania Route 611 follows a north–south route along
6954-550: The city was 78.48% White , 12.71% African American , 0.24% Native American , 1.66% Asian , 0.11% Pacific Islander , 3.67% from other races , and 3.13% from two or more races. Latino or Latino of any race were 9.79% of the population. The increase in Latinos—from less than 10% of the population in the 2000 census, to nearly 20% in the 2010 census, is a significant change in the city's demographics. The growth in Latino residents
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#17327912346567068-442: The city was 78.48% White , 12.71% African American , 0.24% Native American , 1.66% Asian , 0.11% Pacific Islander , 3.67% from other races , and 3.13% from two or more races. Latino or Latino of any race were 9.79% of the population. The increase in Latinos—from less than 10% of the population in the 2000 census, to nearly 20% in the 2010 census, is a significant change in the city's demographics. The growth in Latino residents
7182-457: The confluence of the north banks of the Lehigh River and west banks of the Delaware River . Downtown adjoins each of the three other districts to the north, west, and south. Downtown continues west to Sixth Street and north to US Route 22 . College Hill is located north of downtown, starting north of US Route 22 . This neighborhood is home of Lafayette College , a liberal arts and engineering institution. The South Side district lies south of
7296-457: The confluence of the north banks of the Lehigh River and west banks of the Delaware River . Downtown adjoins each of the three other districts to the north, west, and south. Downtown continues west to Sixth Street and north to US Route 22 . College Hill is located north of downtown, starting north of US Route 22 . This neighborhood is home of Lafayette College , a liberal arts and engineering institution. The South Side district lies south of
7410-415: The death of its founder, Judge Washington McCartney, a decade later, in 1856. While at least two students, future U.S. Representative Philip Johnson and Wisconsin state senator Robert L. D. Potter , attended the school, a historian in 2000 described Union Law School as not being able to sustain itself after McCartney's death, writing that the school was "a one-man operation that died with him." Easton
7524-415: The death of its founder, Judge Washington McCartney, a decade later, in 1856. While at least two students, future U.S. Representative Philip Johnson and Wisconsin state senator Robert L. D. Potter , attended the school, a historian in 2000 described Union Law School as not being able to sustain itself after McCartney's death, writing that the school was "a one-man operation that died with him." Easton
7638-414: The demographic report, 31.5% of the population is found to be 18–20 years old, and 6.8% at 21 years old. After that, the next highest number is 5.54% at 40–44 years old. From an ethnicity and racial standpoint, College Hill is estimated to be 76.3% white, 7.4% Hispanic, 5.9% Black, 5.5% Asian, 4.6% Mixed, and 0.3% Other. There are a total of 21,738 households in College Hill. 14,298 are family households and
7752-748: The east side of the city adjacent to the Delaware River . Finally, Pennsylvania Route 248 begins at the junction of PA 611 and US 22 and heads westward along surface streets. Major east−west roads (from north to south) in Easton include Corriere Road, Zucksville Road, Northwood Avenue, Lafayette Street, Hackett Avenue, Northampton Street, Butler Street (known as William Penn Highway west of Wilson , then as Easton Avenue nearing Bethlehem ), Freemansburg Avenue, and Canal Street. Major north−south roads (from west to east) in Easton include Farmersville Road, Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood Avenue, 25th Street, Bushkill Drive, 13th Street, Centre Street, Sullivan Trail , Richmond Road, 3rd Street (known as Smith Avenue south of
7866-748: The east side of the city adjacent to the Delaware River . Finally, Pennsylvania Route 248 begins at the junction of PA 611 and US 22 and heads westward along surface streets. Major east−west roads (from north to south) in Easton include Corriere Road, Zucksville Road, Northwood Avenue, Lafayette Street, Hackett Avenue, Northampton Street, Butler Street (known as William Penn Highway west of Wilson , then as Easton Avenue nearing Bethlehem ), Freemansburg Avenue, and Canal Street. Major north−south roads (from west to east) in Easton include Farmersville Road, Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood Avenue, 25th Street, Bushkill Drive, 13th Street, Centre Street, Sullivan Trail , Richmond Road, 3rd Street (known as Smith Avenue south of
7980-499: The east, and a more mountainous ridge to the west. This Great Valley contains three different sections: the Lehigh Valley (where the Easton is located), Lebanon Valley , and Cumberland Valley . Some of the rocks that make up the foundation for this region are limestone , slate , siltstone , scattered basalt , dolomite , shale , and sandstone . The district is a small neighborhood made up of fifteen mainly residential streets. Lafayette College lies south of College Hill. Through
8094-707: The entire Easton community. The geological makeup of Easton, Pennsylvania comes from the activities of the Appalachian Valley and Ridge Physiological Province. They are split into two major zones, the Southern and Central Appalachians that lie between the Appalachian Plateau and the Blue Ridge Mountain . The Appalachian Valley's southern and central regions can be further split into two smaller sections called The Great Valley, to
8208-564: The expansion of Lafayette College, Lafayette owns the majority of properties on certain streets such as the Monroe, McCartney, Hamilton, and Parsons streets. College Hill is home to over 17 small businesses, which largely consist of small businesses that sell specialized goods, and family run restaurants and bars. Out of all of the businesses on the hill, Lafayette College brings in the most revenue. Most businesses on College Hill tend to be found on Cattell Street. The district also contains churches,
8322-521: The first non-colonial flags to fly in the Thirteen Colonies . The same flag was later used by a militia during the War of 1812 and currently serves as Easton's municipal flag. Easton maintained hospital used in the treatment of injured Continental Army soldiers during the war. On June 18, 1779, General John Sullivan led 2,500 Continental Army soldiers from Easton to engage Indian allies of
8436-406: The first non-colonial flags to fly in the Thirteen Colonies . The same flag was later used by a militia during the War of 1812 and currently serves as Easton's municipal flag. Easton maintained hospital used in the treatment of injured Continental Army soldiers during the war. On June 18, 1779, General John Sullivan led 2,500 Continental Army soldiers from Easton to engage Indian allies of
8550-461: The historically registered Victorian-era homes placed on the National Register of Historic Places . Other concerns among residents include an increase in parking and traffic issues. Many residents fear the expansion will leave them homeless and want assurances of safety of their homes. The proposed zoning ordinance changes for the "McCartney Dorm Project" that would permit the college to go ahead and start building have been delayed multiple times since
8664-410: The home to the prestigious scholarship society at Lafayette College . Every year, a group of students are selected by faculty to live in the building and also participate in social and other intellectual activities. Mckelvy House was designed by one of the most prominent architectural firms in the 80's Mckim, Mead and White. McKelvy House exemplifies Stick and Shingle architecture. It was built in 1888 as
8778-496: The last 30 years, Lafayette College has purchased over 173 properties on College Hill and intends to purchase even more. The college now owns more than twenty percent of the 924 properties in the College Hill Residential District. Lafayette College has pushed forward plans to expand its size by tearing down a dozen homes that it owns at McCartney and High streets and Cattell and High streets. The plan
8892-445: The mid-80s during the day, though the high humidity makes it feel much warmer. Fall and spring months are typically mild, offering many days in the mid-60s, as well as stronger winds. Winters are usually very cold and produce about 30 inches of snow. The local hardiness zone is 6b. Easton operates a mayor-on-council city government. Residents elect a city controller, six city councilpersons (three at large and three district), and
9006-445: The mid-80s during the day, though the high humidity makes it feel much warmer. Fall and spring months are typically mild, offering many days in the mid-60s, as well as stronger winds. Winters are usually very cold and produce about 30 inches of snow. The local hardiness zone is 6b. Easton operates a mayor-on-council city government. Residents elect a city controller, six city councilpersons (three at large and three district), and
9120-485: The next 40 years, the majority of the area below Parson St was nearly full of homes. An important time for College Hill's history occurred in 1887, when an electric trolley line was set up by the Lafayette Traction Company under David W. Nevin. Over the next couple of years, this line was extended, and dramatically increased the growth within College Hill, attracting middle and upper-class families to
9234-608: The north. As of the 2000 census, the combined population of the municipalities in the Easton Area School District was 53,554. The school district has seven elementary schools: Cheston, Forks, March, Palmer, Paxinosa, Shawnee, and Tracy for grades K-5, Easton Area Middle School Campus (in Forks Township) for grades 6–8, and Easton Area High School (in Easton) for grades 9–12. Total student enrollment in
9348-410: The north. As of the 2000 census, the combined population of the municipalities in the Easton Area School District was 53,554. The school district has seven elementary schools: Cheston, Forks, March, Palmer, Paxinosa, Shawnee, and Tracy for grades K-5, Easton Area Middle School Campus (in Forks Township) for grades 6–8, and Easton Area High School (in Easton) for grades 9–12. Total student enrollment in
9462-456: The plan was introduced in 2015. Easton, Pennsylvania Easton is a city in and the county seat of Northampton County, Pennsylvania , United States. The city's population was 28,127 as of the 2020 census . Easton is located at the confluence of the Lehigh River , a 109-mile-long (175 km) river that joins the Delaware River in Easton and serves as the city's eastern geographic boundary with Phillipsburg, New Jersey . Easton
9576-754: The region's largest markets, Philadelphia , New Jersey , and New York City . Seeing other ways of exploiting the new fuel source, other entrepreneurs quickly moved to connect across the Delaware River reaching into the New York City area to the east through the Morris Canal in Phillipsburg, New Jersey , so the town became a canal hub from which coal from Mauch Chunk reached the world. Early railroads were often built to parallel this transportation corridor. Historians of angling believe that, in 1845, Samuel Phillipe, an Easton gunsmith , invented
9690-572: The region's largest markets, Philadelphia , New Jersey , and New York City . Seeing other ways of exploiting the new fuel source, other entrepreneurs quickly moved to connect across the Delaware River reaching into the New York City area to the east through the Morris Canal in Phillipsburg, New Jersey , so the town became a canal hub from which coal from Mauch Chunk reached the world. Early railroads were often built to parallel this transportation corridor. Historians of angling believe that, in 1845, Samuel Phillipe, an Easton gunsmith , invented
9804-568: The rivalry marked its 100th anniversary. The game, which was broadcast on ESPN , was won by Easton. In 2009, Easton was the location of the Gatorade REPLAY Game in which the 1993 teams from the Easton vs. Phillipsburg game met again following their 7–7 tie in 1993. The REPLAY Game was won by Phillipsburg, 27–12. Easton Area High School competes in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference , which includes
9918-411: The rivalry marked its 100th anniversary. The game, which was broadcast on ESPN , was won by Easton. In 2009, Easton was the location of the Gatorade REPLAY Game in which the 1993 teams from the Easton vs. Phillipsburg game met again following their 7–7 tie in 1993. The REPLAY Game was won by Phillipsburg, 27–12. Easton Area High School competes in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference , which includes
10032-465: The school district is approximately 8,289 students in all grades as of 2020–21. Easton Area High School is known for its long-standing athletic rivalry with Phillipsburg High School in neighboring Phillipsburg, New Jersey . The two teams play an annual football game on Thanksgiving Day that is considered one of the largest and longest-standing rivalries in American high school football . In 2006,
10146-409: The school district is approximately 8,289 students in all grades as of 2020–21. Easton Area High School is known for its long-standing athletic rivalry with Phillipsburg High School in neighboring Phillipsburg, New Jersey . The two teams play an annual football game on Thanksgiving Day that is considered one of the largest and longest-standing rivalries in American high school football . In 2006,
10260-653: The six-strip split-cane bamboo fly rod , which is commemorated by a Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission plaque near Easton's Center Square. By the late 1860s, the Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad (LH&S) and Lehigh Valley Railroad (LVRR) were built to augment the bulk traffic through the canals and provide lucrative passenger travel services. The LVRR, known as the Black Diamond Line operated twice daily express passenger trains to and from New York City and Buffalo, New York via Easton. The Central Railroad of New Jersey (CNJ), leased and operated
10374-585: The six-strip split-cane bamboo fly rod , which is commemorated by a Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission plaque near Easton's Center Square. By the late 1860s, the Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad (LH&S) and Lehigh Valley Railroad (LVRR) were built to augment the bulk traffic through the canals and provide lucrative passenger travel services. The LVRR, known as the Black Diamond Line operated twice daily express passenger trains to and from New York City and Buffalo, New York via Easton. The Central Railroad of New Jersey (CNJ), leased and operated
10488-420: The son of William Penn , the colony's founder and original proprietor married Juliana Fermor . On September 8, 1751, a letter was sent to Colonial Governor James Hamilton by Penn requesting that a new town on the confluence of the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers be named Easton and that it be in a new county called Northampton. In 1752, as requested, the city was named in honor of Lady Juliana's family estate,
10602-420: The son of William Penn , the colony's founder and original proprietor married Juliana Fermor . On September 8, 1751, a letter was sent to Colonial Governor James Hamilton by Penn requesting that a new town on the confluence of the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers be named Easton and that it be in a new county called Northampton. In 1752, as requested, the city was named in honor of Lady Juliana's family estate,
10716-515: The transaction appears in Easton's town square. Thomas Penn set aside a 1,000-acre (4 km ) tract of land at the confluence of the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers for the town's establishment, and the city was formally founded in 1752. The same year, Easton was selected as the county seat of Northampton County . During the French and Indian War , the Treaty of Easton was signed in Easton by
10830-411: The transaction appears in Easton's town square. Thomas Penn set aside a 1,000-acre (4 km ) tract of land at the confluence of the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers for the town's establishment, and the city was formally founded in 1752. The same year, Easton was selected as the county seat of Northampton County . During the French and Indian War , the Treaty of Easton was signed in Easton by
10944-448: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.10. In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 16.3% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males. The median income for
11058-448: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.10. In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 16.3% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males. The median income for
11172-500: Was added to the 610 service area in 1999. As of 2017, there were 72.75 miles (117.08 km) of public roads in Easton, of which 13.45 miles (21.65 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 59.36 miles (95.53 km) were maintained by the city. Interstate 78 is the most prominent highway passing through Easton. It briefly passes through the southeastern corner of
11286-425: Was added to the 610 service area in 1999. As of 2017, there were 72.75 miles (117.08 km) of public roads in Easton, of which 13.45 miles (21.65 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 59.36 miles (95.53 km) were maintained by the city. Interstate 78 is the most prominent highway passing through Easton. It briefly passes through the southeastern corner of
11400-400: Was established in 1826. Lafayette is located in Easton's College Hill section and is home to 2,514 undergraduate students as of the 2022–2023 academic year. In 2017, U.S. News & World Report ranked Lafayette as the nation's 36th best liberal arts college . Prior to the American Civil War , Easton was also home to Union Law School , which was founded in 1846 but struggled soon after
11514-400: Was established in 1826. Lafayette is located in Easton's College Hill section and is home to 2,514 undergraduate students as of the 2022–2023 academic year. In 2017, U.S. News & World Report ranked Lafayette as the nation's 36th best liberal arts college . Prior to the American Civil War , Easton was also home to Union Law School , which was founded in 1846 but struggled soon after
11628-565: Was first elected to the office in 2018. As of the 2010 census, the city was 67.2% White, 16.8% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.4% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian, and 4.9% were two or more races. 19.9% of the population were of Latino ancestry. As of the 2000 census, there were 26,263 people, 9,544 households, and 5,735 families residing in the city. The population density was 6,168.4 inhabitants per square mile (2,381.6/km ). There were 10,545 housing units at an average density of 2,476.7 per square mile (956.3/km ). The racial makeup of
11742-565: Was first elected to the office in 2018. As of the 2010 census, the city was 67.2% White, 16.8% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 2.4% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian, and 4.9% were two or more races. 19.9% of the population were of Latino ancestry. As of the 2000 census, there were 26,263 people, 9,544 households, and 5,735 families residing in the city. The population density was 6,168.4 inhabitants per square mile (2,381.6/km ). There were 10,545 housing units at an average density of 2,476.7 per square mile (956.3/km ). The racial makeup of
11856-548: Was largely replaced by railroads, and Easton became a hub for five railroads, including the Jersey Central , Lehigh Valley Railroad , and others. Easton lost its prominence in passenger transportation with the rise of the automobile in the mid-20th century. Like the Pennsylvania Dutch region to the southwest, Easton was settled largely by Germans . The Pennsylvania Argus , a German language newspaper,
11970-417: Was largely replaced by railroads, and Easton became a hub for five railroads, including the Jersey Central , Lehigh Valley Railroad , and others. Easton lost its prominence in passenger transportation with the rise of the automobile in the mid-20th century. Like the Pennsylvania Dutch region to the southwest, Easton was settled largely by Germans . The Pennsylvania Argus , a German language newspaper,
12084-455: Was once a historic and prominent symbol on College Hill but, in the 1940s the fountain in Nevin park was destroyed and melted down to support the efforts of the second World War. Despite many efforts to restore the fountain, it never came to fruition. In 2013, plans were announced to restore the fountain at Nevin park with significant improvements. In 2014, a three-tiered Victorian style fountain in
12198-541: Was part of the Wagner farm owned by one of Easton's original first settlers during the mid-1700s. The former Wagner farm properties on the west side of Cattell St. became highly sought-after, as development of College Hill was flourishing during the late 19th century. The house was renovated in 1917 and owned for two decades by George Elder, superintendent of Ingersoll Rand Co. After the Great Depression hit in 1929,
12312-513: Was published in Easton until 1917. As part of their heritage, the Germans put up one of the continent's earliest Christmas trees in Easton; Daniel Foley's book states that, "Another diary reference unearthed recently makes mention of a tree set-up at Easton, Pennsylvania, in 1816." A plaque in Scott Park along the Delaware River commemorates this event. The Pennsylvania guide , compiled by
12426-399: Was published in Easton until 1917. As part of their heritage, the Germans put up one of the continent's earliest Christmas trees in Easton; Daniel Foley's book states that, "Another diary reference unearthed recently makes mention of a tree set-up at Easton, Pennsylvania, in 1816." A plaque in Scott Park along the Delaware River commemorates this event. The Pennsylvania guide , compiled by
12540-487: Was resurveyed and divided by the proprietors of Pennsylvania. The occupation and use of this land is unknown for this period of time. In 1832, Lafayette College moved into the area, as it bought nine acres of land and moved to College Hill in May 1834. Lafayette's presence brought new growth within the area, as new residential projects were undertaken to accommodate new professors and staff. Development occurred quickly, and within
12654-499: Was so dedicated in the sense that, his son also went on to become a professor at Lafayette College. His hard work and dedication earned him a much deserved respect across the city of Easton and the entire Lafayette Community. In 1914, the Easton Area School District recognized his efforts by naming an elementary school after him. Francis A. March elementary school serves students in grades K through 5 from across
12768-486: Was the mayor of Easton from 1984 to 1992 and 2008–present. College Hill becoming a Historical District helped the city to preserve more of the traditional and cultural buildings on the Hill and have more protective regulations and control on what could be constructed. As given from a modified 2010 Census report, College Hill has an estimated total population of 4.67 thousand per square mile. By including Lafayette College into
12882-419: Was the site of Pennsylvania's last public execution. Easton is divided into four districts: Downtown (DD), College Hill (CH), South Side (SS), and West Ward (WW). A number of smaller additional parks and institutional districts also exist. Downtown Easton lies at the confluence of the Lehigh River and Delaware River and is a low-lying area surrounded by hills to the north, west, and south. North of downtown
12996-419: Was the site of Pennsylvania's last public execution. Easton is divided into four districts: Downtown (DD), College Hill (CH), South Side (SS), and West Ward (WW). A number of smaller additional parks and institutional districts also exist. Downtown Easton lies at the confluence of the Lehigh River and Delaware River and is a low-lying area surrounded by hills to the north, west, and south. North of downtown
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