Eastchester

Westchester County

A & J Sprinkler Systems

914-793-8502
 

About the Town of Eastchester, southern Westchester County, Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Grand Central Station, Bronxville or Tuckahoe stations, Town Government, Eastchester Town Hall, Neighborhoods of Eastchester, School District, History | Westchester About the Town of Eastchester

  Town of Eastchester

The Town of Eastchester, which includes the incorporated villages of Bronxville and Tuckahoe, is about 5 miles south of White Plains and 20 miles north of New York City. Eastchester covers an area of 3.26 square miles and is comprised of the Village of Bronxville and the Village of Tuckahoe.

"The town of Eastchester has developed on top of a geologic feature known as the Manhattan Prong. This feature supports the characteristic landscape of rolling hills and valleys common in central Westchester. Throughout the Manhattan Prong, the shape of the land surface is closely controlled by the underlying bedrock. Much of this bedrock however, is covered with Atlantic Coastal Plain deposits. Metamorphic rocks that are resistant to erosion make up the hills (including Fordham Gneiss, Yonkers Gneiss, and Manhattan Schist), and Inwood Markble makes up the valleys because it is easily erodible. The Hudson, Harlem and East Rivers, as well as the major north/south valleys in Westchester County are all underlain by Inwood Marble (named for an extensive exposure in Inwood Hill Park visible from Spuyten Duyvil). It is Inwood Marble that became known locally as Tuckahoe Marble, prized in 19th century Greek Revival architecture." Source: Eastchester Town Website About the Town of Eastchester | Westchester  more . . .


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10583, Whole Foods, Yonkers, NY, natural and organic foods, foods that are free of artificial preservatives, great tasting food, foods that are fresh, wholesome, safe to eat, organically grown foods, nutritional products | Westchester ACME - Eastchester

914-472-2115
  ACME supermarket is located at 777 White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY 10583 in Westchester County.

For Diet & Fitness, visit ACME food markets where you can learn about diet, sports and fitness, and healthy living.

  • Compare diets, get weight loss tips, and find healthy recipes your family will love.
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  • If you have a food allergy or sensitivity, learn about what to eat and what to avoid.
  • ACME - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Ambrose Laboratories & Tree Care

    914-337-5244
     

    10709, Eastchester, NY, Westchester County, Animal Health Care, veterinary care to all animals, animal hospital in Eastchester, New York | Westchester Animal Health Care PC

    914-961-4045
      Address
    35 Tuckahoe Ave.
    Eastchester, NY 10709
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    Asbury Church - Methodist

    914-779-3722
     

    Benish, Laura DDS

    914-961-5050
     

    Biagio, Iannace DDS, Periodontics

    914-776-2023
     

    Candis Hair Zone

    914-337-6611
     

    Century Construction

    914-961-7669
     

    Chimes Gil Dr DC

    914-771-9355
     

    Cohen, Alan P DDS

    914-961-3383
     

    Comizio Joseph, DDS, Orthodontist / Orthodontics

    914-779-1444
     

    10707, Pharmacy, Eastchester, NY, Westchester County | Westchester CVS Pharmacy - Eastchester, 375 White Plains Road

    914-337-5300
      CVS Pharmacy
    375 White Plains Road
    Eastchester, NY 10707
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    Dairy Mart

    914-337-4651
     

    10709, Eastchester, NY, Westchester County | Westchester Dirusso Nicholas, DVM

    914-961-4045
      Address
    35 Tuckahoe Ave.
    Eastchester, NY 10709
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    Eagle Home Improvements

    914-779-2774
     

    Department Firefighters building inspections safety parades summer camps Tuckahoe Day street fairs local stations | Westchester Eastchester Fire District

    914-793-6402
      A separate and autonomous unit of government, the Eastchester Fire District has the same boundaries as the Town. It is governed by a Board of Fire Commissioners who are responsible for general administration; the appointment of department personnel (paid and volunteer), physician, attorney and secretary (salaried positions), and the preparation and adoption of the annual Fire District budget after a public hearing. While this budget appears in the Town-at-large budget, the Town Board is not authorized to alter in any way. The fire chief is the head of the department and is responsible for the overall operation of the Fire Department. There is a staff of salaried firefighters who, in addition to fire fighting duties, are responsible for the five firehouses and equipment and are provided with a meeting room in each of the five firehouses. Eastchester Fire District | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10709, Address, Eastchester, Post Office, NY | Westchester Eastchester Post Office

    914-779-7130
      Address
    Eastchester Post Office
    155 Fisher Ave
    Eastchester, NY 10709 Eastchester Post Office | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Eastchester Presbyterian Church

    914-779-5236
     

    10709 Children's Room children story time reading groups | Westchester Eastchester Public Library

    914-793-5055
      The Eastchester Public Library is located at 11 Oakridge Place, Eastchester, New York 10709. The Eastchester Public Library opened in May, 1967 at its current location. The library serves the residents of the unincorporated area of the Town of Eastchester as well as all residents of Westchester County. The Eastchester Public Library is a member of the Westchester Library System. Eastchester Public Library | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10709, Union Free, School District, Greenvale Elementary School, Scarsdale, Waverly Elementary School, Greenvale Elementary School, Anne Hutchinson Elementary School, Eastchester Middle School, Eastchester High School | Westchester Eastchester School District - Eastchester

    914-793-6130
      The Eastchester Union Free School District is located at 580 White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY 10709 in Westchester County. Eastchester's Greenvale Elementary School serves students in Eastchester and Scarsdale . Eastchester School District - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Eastchester Town Website - Bronxville

    914-771-3300
      The Town of Eastchester Town Hall is located at 40 Mill Road Eastchester, NY 10709 in Westchester County. Departments and services for the villages of Bronxville and Tuckahoe are located at: Eastchester Town Website - Bronxville | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10709, weather information, forecasts, severe weather, maps, weather, iWitness weather, travel, outdoors | Westchester Eastchester Weather Forecast

      Press blue button for weather information, including forecasts, severe weather, maps, weather apps, video, iWitness weather, travel, outdoors, and more. Eastchester Weather Forecast | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10709, weather information, forecasts, severe weather, maps, weather, iWitness weather, travel, outdoors | Westchester Eastchester, Town of Weather Forecast

      Press blue button for weather information, including forecasts, severe weather, maps, weather apps, video, iWitness weather, travel, outdoors, and more. Eastchester, Town of Weather Forecast | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Faucet Works

    914-779-4537
     

    Flip Hair Salon

    914-779-1900
     

    Forgione Matthew Landscaping & Masonry

    914-779-3771
     

    Frank's Landscaping

    914-235-6676
     

    Garcia Steven G CPA

    914-337-5100
     

    Gold Jeffrey CPA

    914-636-3900
     

    Graf Chiropractic

    914-395-3977
     

    High Tech Pest Management

    914-793-1634
     

    Laws, Eastchester Covenant, Revolution, battles, Neutral Ground, Historic Events, John Peter Zenger Trial, Town of Eastchester, American Revolution, Bill of Rights, First Amendment, Freedom of the Press, History of Westchester County | Westchester History of the Town of Eastchester

    914-771-3300
      Town of Eastchester
    Westchester County
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    The Town of Eastchester is located in southern Westchester County, New York; and includes the incorporated villages of Bronxville and Tuckahoe. Eastchester is approximately 5 miles south of White Plains and 20 miles north of New York City. Eastchester is approximately 3.26 square miles. History of the Town of Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Innovation in Color

    914-961-6404
     

    It's Hair Design Inc

    914-961-2018
     

    J. V. Landscaping & Masonry

    914-779-2318
     

    Historic Zenger Trial, John Peter Zenger, Town of Eastchester, Zenger Trial, American Revolution, Bill of Rights, First Amendment, Freedom of the Press, colonial history of Westchester County, press freedom, Historic Reference | Westchester John Peter Zenger and the Zenger Trial

      Historic Zenger Trial
    Name: John Peter Zenger
    Born: 1697 in Palatinate, Germany
    Died: July 28, 1746 in New York


    Among the famous people associated with the Town of Eastchester, is John Peter Zenger. Learn about the Zenger Trial and its impact on the American Revolution, and the Bill of Rights, First Amendment relating to Freedom of the Press . John Peter Zenger and the Zenger Trial | Westchester  more . . .


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    Kramer, Seymour DDS

    914-472-1407
     

    Levis, Philip Dentist

    914-961-1404
     

    Louis Dechaario Hair Salon Inc

    914-337-7881
     

    Michael's Barber Shop and Hair Styling

    914-961-9831
     

    Micheal, E M DMD

    914-793-1800
     

    Mr Vincent Unisex Salon

    914-664-4727
     

    Nature's Cradle

    914-779-8723
     

    Nouveau Salon

    914-337-4500
     

    Padilla, Jacqueline C.S.W.

    914-793-9787
     

    10709, Pane, Gelato, gelateria, bakery, The word is, sandwich, espresso, traditional gelato flavors, made fresh daily, Italy, pastries | Westchester Pane and Gelato

    914-337-1800
      Pane and Gelato, a gelateria and bakery, is located at 290 White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY 10709 in Westchester County. Pane and Gelato | Westchester restaurant review, more . . .


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    10709, Town of Eastchester, Police Station Address, Eastchester Police Department, About the Eastchester Police, DARE, Child Safety Seat, History about the Eastchester Police Department, Chief of Police, Patrol Division, Sex Offenders, and Employment | Westchester Police Department, Eastchester

    914-961-3464
     
    Police Station Address
    Eastchester Police Department
    40 Mill Road
    Eastchester, NY 10709
    Westchester County Police Department, Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Salon Atelier

    914-337-4949
     

    Scalera, Frank Dentist

    914-337-0107
     

    Saint Lukes God Jesus Christ Teacher Savior The Parish Hall Nursery School | Westchester St. Luke’s Episcopal Church - Eastchester

    914-961-3856
      St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, is a parish that is truly a family of God, Jesus Christ our Teacher and Savior. The parish had its beginnings in the homes of its members and continued in that fashion until the present structure was completed in July of 1931. The Parish Hall which houses the Nursery School and office and function rooms was completed in the 1950’s. Then, as now, we are fathers and mothers; we are children of all ages - infants to teenagers. Some of us live alone, some of us have raised our children and now enjoy being grandparents . Our members live in and about Eastchester sharing many of the joys and challenges of life in these small villages. We are a parish that actively cares about each other in good times and in bad. Spiritual growth and education in the Faith is an important part of life in this parish family. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10709, pharmacy, floral department, local Stop & Shop, foods, Healthy Ideas, Food allergy or food intolerance | Westchester Stop & Shop Supermarket - Eastchester

    914-337-6670
      Stop & Shop - Eastchester is located at 420 White Plains Road, Eastchester NY 10709, Westchester County. Press blue button to learn if your Stop & Shop has a pharmacy, floral department, and more about your local Stop & Shop. Stop & Shop Supermarket - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Tangles

    914-961-1888
     

    Todd Pierce Associates Inc

    914-793-6767
     

    10709, Eastchester, Realty, Tuckahoe, Scarsdale, Crestwood, Edgemont, lower Westchester, real estate, full-time agents, selling, purchase a home | Westchester Tri-Crest Realty, Inc. - Eastchester

    914-779-1700
      For more than three decades Tri-Crest Realty has been servicing clients in Eastchester, Tuckahoe, Scarsdale, Crestwood and Edgemont, and the surrounding communities of lower Westchester. Tri-Crest Realty, Inc. - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    10707, School District, Village of Bronxville, Tuckahoe Schools, Town of Eastchester, Tuckahoe, Bronxville,  Chester Heights, Elementary School, Tuckahoe Middle School, Tuckahoe High School, about Tuckahoe Union Free School District | Westchester Tuckahoe School District - Eastchester

    914-337-6600
      The Tuckahoe Union Free School District is located at 65 Siwanoy Boulevard, Eastchester, NY 10709 in Westchester County. The school district is located approximately 25 minutes north of midtown Manhattan in a small, suburban community adjacent to the Village of Bronxville, New York. Tuckahoe Schools service the Town of Eastchester in the communities of Tuckahoe, Bronxville, and Chester Heights .

    The Tuckahoe Union Free School District is comprised of the following schools: Tuckahoe School District - Eastchester | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Vincent & Michael Hair Stylists

    914-961-2005
     

    Vuksanaj Christine M. Attorney

    914-793-1010
     

    Weather Related Closings & Delays - Westchester County

      For weather related school closings, cancellations, and delays in Westchester County, select one of the following links. Weather Related Closings & Delays - Westchester County | Westchester  more . . .


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    Westchester, Real Estate, real estate firms, residential sales, rentals, commercial sales, corporate relocation, property management, Westchester, Putnam, Rockland, Manhattan, about Westchester Real Estate | Westchester Westchester Real Estate, Inc.

    914-833-1127
      Westchester Real Estate, Inc. is the area's most successful affiliation of select local real estate firms. This alliance provides optimum service, value, and convenience to consumers, all with a single contact to our relocation center. Services include residential sales, listings and rentals, commercial sales, listings and leases, corporate relocation, and property management. Member offices include 14 locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Rockland and Manhattan. Press blue button for more information about Westchester Real Estate. Westchester Real Estate, Inc. | Westchester  website and more . . .


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    Woodlot Christian Pre-School

    914-779-0368
     

    Zimbardo Chiropractic Office

    914-337-3737
     


    Eastchester
    Westchester County
    Hudson Valley

    About the Town of Eastchester

    The Town of Eastchester is located in southern Westchester County, New York in the lower-Hudson Valley. The Town includes the incorporated villages of Bronxville and Tuckahoe, a census-designated area, also called Eastchester, and a CDP (unincorporated village) called Chester Heights. The Town of Eastchester is approximately 5 square miles, and is situated about 5 miles south of White Plains and 20 miles north of New York City.

    "The town of Eastchester has developed on top of a geologic feature known as the Manhattan Prong. This feature supports the characteristic landscape of rolling hills and valleys common in central Westchester. Throughout the Manhattan Prong, the shape of the land surface is closely controlled by the underlying bedrock. Much of this bedrock however, is covered with Atlantic Coastal Plain deposits. Metamorphic rocks that are resistant to erosion make up the hills (including Fordham Gneiss, Yonkers Gneiss, and Manhattan Schist), and Inwood Markble makes up the valleys because it is easily erodible. The Hudson, Harlem and East Rivers, as well as the major north/south valleys in Westchester County are all underlain by Inwood Marble (named for an extensive exposure in Inwood Hill Park visible from Spuyten Duyvil). It is Inwood Marble that became known locally as Tuckahoe Marble, prized in 19th century Greek Revival architecture." Source: Eastchester Town website - Environment

    MTA Metro-North Train Stations
    For an easy commute to Grand Central Station in New York City from Eastchester, take the train from either the Bronxville or Tuckahoe station.

    The MTA Metro-North in Bronxville to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is 15.3 miles and takes an average of 31 to 42 minutes, depending on the time of day.

    The MTA Metro-North in Tuckahoe to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is 16 miles and takes an average of 33 to 45 minutes, depending on the time of day.

    An MTA train ride from Grand Central Station in Manhattan to the Bronxville or Tuckahoe stations in Westchester County, average 27 minutes to 37 minutes depending on the time of day.

    Town Government
    The Town of Eastchester Town Hall is located at 40 Mill Road, Eastchester, NY 10709 in Westchester County. The Eastchester Police Department is also located at this address. The Eastchester Town Board is comprised of the Supervisor (two-year term) and four Councilpersons (four-year terms). The terms of the Councilpersons are staggered so that every two years there is a local election for the Supervisor and two Councilpersons. Each council member has one vote on the Town Board. Council members introduce and vote on local laws and serve as liaisons to various Town departments and committees.

    The Supervisor is the chief administrator of the Town government and is responsible for overseeing legislation. As chief financial officer, the Supervisor prepares the annual Town budget. As Chair of the Town Board, the Supervisor presides over all meetings. The Town Clerk is responsible for keeping records of the Town Board meetings and all contracts and agreements the Town makes. The Clerk processes numerous licenses and permits and also serves as the Records Management Officer, acts as the Registrar of Vital Statistics, and is in charge of running Local Elections. The Town Clerk is elected to a four-year term.

    The Town Clerk’s Office is the gateway to government and the hub of the Town's administrative system. It is often the initial source of information about the Town, serving residents and visitors in person at the office, over the telephone and on the Town’s web site. The role of the Town Clerk includes:

    • Maintain Town Board Minutes

    • Process Freedom of Information Law Requests

    • Issue Marriage License

    • Maintain and issue copies of Marriage Record, and death records

    • Issue Handicapped Parking Permits

    • Issue Dog Licenses

    • Fishing and Hunting Licenses

    • Issue Tag Sale Permits


    Neighborhoods of Eastchester
    Read about the different neighborhoods in Eastchester and learn about each neighborhood, its characteristics, and unique features at Eastchester Town website - Neighborhood Analysis
      "Garth Road, a district neighborhood within Eastchester, is situated at the northwest corner of the Town. Bounded by the Village of Scarsdale to the North, the Metro North Commuter Railroad to the east, Harney Road to the south, and the Bronx River Parkway to the west, the Garth Road neighborhood occupies 36 acres, or approximately 1.6 percent of the town.

      "North Eastchester neighborhood extends from Scarsdale Avenue (the Metro North Harlem Line) in the west, across to White Plains Road in the east. From Scarsdale in the north, to Harney Road in the south. The neighborhood is 116.7 acres in size, and accounts for approximately 5.3 percent of the town.

      "The northern portion of North Eastchester has been predominantly developed into 5,000 square foot building lots supporting single family homes."


    Eastchester School District
    "The Eastchester School District has a long standing tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to children. We take great pride in our outstanding instructional program, talented educators, and dedication to the community. In the Eastchester School District, children come first. Helping all children achieve academic, athletic, social, and emotional success is our primary focus." Find address, contact, and detail information about each of the Schools in the Eastchester School District.

    The Town of Eastchester Today
    The Town of Eastchester offers many things to do, and is strategically located within a short distance of the best shopping in Westchester County. A short drive north of Eastchester takes you into White Plains, home of upscale fashion and some of the best department stores in New York. A short drive south of Eastchester brings you to Yonkers, the home of Westchester's Ridge Hill; a fabulous outdoor shopping center of leading fashion stores and restaurants.

    For outdoor activities year-round, visit one of Eastchester's parks. The Town of Eastchester is home to Twin Lakes Park adjacent to Nature Study Woods in New Rochelle. Combined, these parks offer 220 acres of woods, marsh, lakes, ponds, and fields where you can go birding, study nature, go hiking, or have a family picnic at the park.

    Eastchester offers many town parks, including Lake Isle Country Club, a self supporting recreational facility offering swimming, golf, and tennis. The Town of Eastchester also utilizes a number of school fields and facilities for recreation. Town parks in Eastchester include:
    • Chester Heights Park

    • CooperField Park

    • Dunwoodie Park

    • Garth Road Park

    • Haindl Recreation Park

    • Joyce Road Park

    • Labriola Park

    • Lake Isle Country Club

    • Leewood Park

    • Main Street Playground

    • Memorial Park

    • Parkway Oval Park

    • Rescigno Park

    • Town Hall Park

    • Oakridge Park 'Mill Road Park

    • Wilmont Park

    For a description of Eastchester's parks, including things to do at each park, visit Parks in Eastchester. Also visit Playgrounds in Eastchester.

    Eastchester offers many things to do year-round. Find things to do in cold weather, or enjoy warm weather activities and attractions. Visit Twin Lakes Park for

    Are you a golfer? Westchester County is reknowned for it's plethera of great golf courses. Play golf at Lake Isle County Club.

    Spend the day shopping in Bronxville or shop for Women's fashions in Scarsdale, just north of Eastchester. For the best shopping, offering high fashion and fabulous stores, drive a short distance north and go shopping in White Plains. Or drive south to Westchester's Ridge Hill, an outdoor shopping center in Yonkers.

    After a day in the stores, select a place to eat from one of many excellent restaurants in Eastchester, restaurants in Bronxville, or a restaurant in Tuckahoe.

    HISTORY OF EASTCHESTER


    Historic Zenger Trial
    Name: John Peter Zenger
    Born: 1697 in Palatinate, Germany
    Died: July 28, 1746 in New York


    Among the famous people associated with the Town of Eastchester, is John Peter Zenger. Learn about the Zenger Trial and its impact on the American Revolution, and the Bill of Rights, First Amendment relating to Freedom of the Press .
      An election held on the 29th of October, on "the Green" at the Town of Eastchester, was to become the most notable election in the whole colonial history of Westchester County. The elaborate and graphic description of the election was published by John Peter Zenger in the first number of the famous New York Weekly Journal, November 5, 1733.


    "John Peter Zenger, the printer whose prosecution helped establish the principles of press freedom and jury nullification, came to America in his early teens. His father died during the family's voyage to America, and the younger Zenger worked for several years as an indentured servant for printer William Bradford before opening his own print shop in 1726. Seven years later he started the New York Weekly Journal, the second newspaper in the colony of New York, competing with the Gazette published by his former master. Stridently partisan in its approach, the Journal was relentless in its criticism and lampooning of Royal Governor William Cosby (1690-1736) and his administration, and on 17 November 1734 Cosby had Zenger arrested and imprisoned for seditious libel. Though Zenger had neither written nor edited the pieces that outraged the Governor, as publisher he could be held liable under law.

    "He engaged two lawyers to represent him, and both were promptly disbarred. He then called upon an out-of-state barrister, Andrew Hamilton (c. 1676-1741), who had less to fear from New York's oppressive Governor Cosby. At trial Hamilton admitted that the Journal had printed the items in question, but he made the novel claim that because the criticism was truthful, Zenger should not be punished. When the prosecution pointed out that truth was no defense to charges of sedition, Hamilton's next argument, perhaps even more radical, was to tell the jury to not merely judge whether the law was broken but to determine whether the law was just.

    "Zenger was held behind bars for 35 weeks but his trial took only two days, and in the next edition of the paper he reported that "The jury returned in ten minutes, and found me not guilty". During his time in jail, Zenger's wife and colleagues had continued publishing the Journal, and continued its criticisms of the Governor. His prosecution and trial, and his letters written from jail and published in the Journal, helped galvanize American resentment of the colonies' British overlords. More than forty years after his death, Zenger's name was frequently mentioned in the debate that culminated with the American Bill of Rights in 1789." Sourced from Trial of John Peter Zenger.

    Learn more about the events leading up to the Trial of John Peter Zenger


    History And Antiquities
    The following covers "History and Antiquities", a general collection of interesting facts, traditions, biographical sketches, and anecdotes about Westchester County and its towns. When reading the following, remember to keep in mind that this information has been written about two hundred years ago. Population statistics and events have not been revised to reflect current events and perspective. We think this adds to the historical flavor and interest of the writings, giving a different perspective on much of this information and written in an "older world" writing style. "Historical Collections of the State of New York" , Published by S. Tuttle, 194 Chatham-Square, 1841

      East Chester
      "The village of East Chester is situated at the head of a bay on Long Island sound, 16 miles NE. from New York, on the old turnpike and stage road to Boston, and contains an Episcopal church and about 25 dwellings. Bronx is the name of a small settlement and post-office in the northern part of the town, in the vicinity of which are valuable marble quarries. Pop. 1,502."




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