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Newburgh, NY

Newburgh is a city in Orange County, New York, United States. With a population of 28,856 as of the 2020 census, it is a principal city of the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh metropolitan area. Located 60 miles (97 km) north of New York City, and 90 miles (140 km) south of Albany on the Hudson River within the Hudson Valley Area, the city of Newburgh is located near Stewart International Airport, one of the primary airports for Downstate New York.

The Newburgh area was first settled in the early 18th century by the Germans and British. During the American Revolution, Newburgh served as the headquarters of the Continental Army. Before its chartering in 1865, the city of Newburgh was part of the town of Newburgh; the town now borders the city to the north and west. East of the city is the Hudson River; the city of Beacon is across the river and it is connected to Newburgh via the Newburgh–Beacon Bridge. The entire southern boundary of the city is with the town of New Windsor. Most of this boundary is formed by Quassaick Creek. In May 2016, the city requested help for its PFOS-contaminated water supply under Superfund.

At the time of European contact, the area of Newburgh was occupied by the Waoranek, a branch of the Lenape. The area that became Newburgh was first explored by Europeans when Henry Hudson stopped by during his 1609 expedition up the river that now bears his name. His navigator, Robert Juet, is said to have called the site "a pleasant place to build a town", although some later historians believe he may have been referring to the area where Cornwall-on-Hudson now stands. Around 1683, provincial governor Thomas Dongan purchased the land from the Woaranek people. The first settlement was made in the spring of 1709 by fifty-four Palatine refugees, sponsored by Queen Anne of Great Britain. The settlers named it the Palatine Parish by Quassic. In 1743, a ferry at the foot of First Street had been established between Newburgh and Fishkill Landing (now Beacon, New York).In 1752, the land had been surveyed by Cadwallader Colden and named "Newburgh", perhaps after one of the Newburghs (there are two) in his father's native Scotland (Colden himself was born in Ireland). Shipyards were established and docks and warehouses lined the waterfront.

Newburgh is situated in the Northeastern United States, in Downstate New York's Hudson Valley region. It is located within Orange County bordering the Hudson River on the west bank. The town of Newburgh borders the city to the north and west, and the town of New Windsor borders the south. Adjacent to Newburgh, the land rises at first sharply to a bluff, where many historic structures are located, offering sweeping views of the Hudson Highlands to the south; Mount Beacon to the east, and the Newburgh—Beacon Bridge to the north; then more gradually to a relatively level western half. There are some notable hills in outlying areas such as the Washington Heights section in southeast Newburgh and Mount St. Mary's at the northeast. The lowest elevation in the city is at sea level along the river; the highest is roughly 690 feet (210 m) on Snake Hill along the city's boundary with the town of New Windsor. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city is located at the following coordinates: (41.503193, −74.019636). According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Newburgh has a total area of 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²), of which 3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²) is land and 0.97 sq mi (2.5 km²) (20.08%) is water. Newburgh makes up a part of the Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh metropolitan area, which is a part of the larger New York metropolitan area.

When it comes to health and wellness, Newburgh takes it seriously. The city is equipped with a range of healthcare facilities, prominently featuring St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital to ensure quality medical services for residents. Furthermore, Newburgh places a strong emphasis on wellness, offering numerous parks and recreational areas like Downing Park Conservancy and Chadwick Lake Park, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities, exercise, and relaxation. The city actively promotes a healthy lifestyle through various community events and programs focused on fitness and well-being. Blissful Spa provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies for relaxation and rejuvenation. Gold's Gym Newburgh features state-of-the-art fitness equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training programs tailored to individual fitness goals. The Yoga House offers yoga and Pilates classes focused on enhancing core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Newburgh Chiropractic specializes in spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness through chiropractic adjustments and treatments. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. The Newburgh Armory Unity Center provides indoor and outdoor recreational activities, fitness programs, and community sports leagues.

Top Sites in Newburgh, NY: Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Motorcyclepedia Museum, Hudson River Adventures: Pride of the Hudson.

Population: 28,501 (2022). Elevation: 120 ft (37 m). ZIP Code: 12550. Area Code: 845. Area: 4.80 square miles (12.44 km²).

FAQs

What is the ethnicity of Newburgh, NY?

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Newburgh, NY are Other (Hispanic) (31%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (21.5%), White (Non-Hispanic) (19.2%), White (Hispanic) (18%), and Two+ (Hispanic) (4.52%). None of the households in Newburgh, NY reported speaking a non-English language at home as their primary shared language. This does not consider the potential multi-lingual nature of households, but only the primary self-reported language spoken by all members of the household.

What is Newburgh, NY known for?

Newburgh is the location of numerous preserved landmarks, including Washington's Headquarters, the David Crawford House, the New York State Armory, the Dutch Reformed Church, and Newburgh Colored Burial Ground. George Washington and Franklin Delano Roosevelt had ties to the city; Ulysses S. Grant, Robert Kennedy, and Theodore Roosevelt also visited, the latter delivering a famous speech at a nearby shipyard. The city served as a planning ground for the Gothic Revival architectural movement in America, headed by native Andrew Jackson Downing with English architects Calvert Vaux and Frederick Clarke Withers.

How is the crime in Newburgh, NY?

With a crime rate of 37 per one thousand residents, Newburgh has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 27. Within New York, more than 97% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Newburgh. In fact, after researching dangerous places to live, NeighborhoodScout found Newburgh to be one of the top 100 most dangerous cities in the U.S.A.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Newburgh

Downing Park Conservancy

Coldwell Banker

Montefiore

Neighborhood Scout

Data USA

Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site

Motorcyclepedia Museum

Hudson River Adventures: Pride of the Hudson

Blissful Spa

Gold's Gym

The Yoga House

Newburgh Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Newburgh Armory Unity Center

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