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Norwich, New York
Norwich, New York Location within the state of New York
Coordinates: 42°31′55″N 75°31′18″W / 42.53194, -75.52167
Country	United States
State	New York
County	Chenango
Area
- Total	2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
- Land	2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
- Water	0.0 sq mi (0.0 km²)
Elevation	1,014 ft (309 m)
Population (2000)
- Total	7,355
- Density	3,609.0/sq mi (1,393.5/km²)
Time zone	Eastern (EST) (UTC-5)
- Summer (DST)	EDT (UTC-4)
ZIP code	13815
Area code(s)	607
FIPS code	36-53979
GNIS feature ID	0959025

Norwich is a city in Chenango County, New York, United States. Located in the northern part of the Town of Norwich, it is the county seat of Chenango County. The name was taken from Norwich, Connecticut. Its population was 7,355 at the 2000 census. Image File history File links Emblem-important. ... Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... Image File history File links Red_pog2. ... This list of countries, arranged alphabetically, gives an overview of countries of the world. ... Federal courts Supreme Court Circuit Courts of Appeal District Courts Elections Presidential elections Midterm elections Political Parties Democratic Republican Third parties State & Local government Governors Legislatures (List) State Courts Local Government Other countries Atlas  US Government Portal      The political units and divisions of the United States include: The 50 states... This article is about the state. ... List of New York counties Map of the counties of New York State (click for larger version) Albany County: formed in 1683 as one of the original 12 counties. ... For other places named Chenango, see Chenango. ... This article is about the physical quantity. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ... Square kilometre (US spelling: Square kilometer), symbol km², is an SI unit of surface area. ... Elevation histogram of the surface of the Earth – approximately 71% of the Earths surface is covered with water. ... A foot (plural: feet or foot;[1] symbol or abbreviation: ft or, sometimes, ′ – a prime) is a unit of length, in a number of different systems, including English units, Imperial units, and United States customary units. ... This article is about the unit of length. ... 2000 US Census logo The Twenty-Second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ... Population density per square kilometre by country, 2006 Population density map of the world in 1994. ... Timezone and TimeZone redirect here. ... Metronome, a public art installation showing the time in New York City The Eastern Time Zone (ET) of the Western Hemisphere falls mostly along the east coast of Northern America and the west coast of South America. ... -12 | -11 | -10 | -9:30 | -9 | -8 | -7 | -6 | -5 | -4 | -3:30 | -3 | -2:30 | -2 | -1 | -0:25 | UTC (0) | +0:20 | +0:30 | +1 | +2 | +3 | +3:30 | +4 | +4:30 | +4:51 | +5 | +5:30 | +5:40 | +5:45 | +6 | +6:30 | +7 | +7:20 | +7... Although DST is common in Europe and North America, most of the worlds people do not use it. ... −12 | −11 | −10 | −9:30 | −9 | −8 | −7 | −6 | −5 | −4 | −3:30 | −3 | −2:30 | −2 | −1 | −0:25 | UTC (0) | +0:20 | +0:30 | +1 | +2 | +3 | +3:30 | +4 | +4:30 | +4:51 | +5 | +5:30 | +5:40 | +5:45 | +6 | +6:30 | +7 | +7:20 | +7... Mr. ... Area code 607 is a state of New York telephone area code servicing the south-central part of the state. ... Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) are publicly announced standards developed by the U.S. Federal government for use by all (non-military) government agencies and by government contractors. ... GNIS (The Geographic Names Information System) contains name and locative information about almost two million physical and cultural features located throughout the United States of America and its Territories. ... For other uses, see City (disambiguation). ... For other places named Chenango, see Chenango. ... This article is about the state. ... Norwich is a town in Chenango County, New York, USA. The population was 3,836 at the 2000 census. ... A county seat is a term for an administrative center for a county, primarily used in the United States. ... This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... 2000 US Census logo The Twenty-Second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ...

Lt. Warren Eaton Airport (OIC), serving the area, is located north of the city in the Town of North Norwich. Norwich Lt. ... North Norwich is a town located in Chenango County, New York, USA. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 1,966. ...

History

The first settlers arrived around 1788. The Town of Norwich was formed in 1793 from the Towns of Union ( now in Broome County ) and Bainbridge. Afterwards, Norwich, as a "mother town" of the county, lost substantial territory in the formation of new towns. In 1806, Norwich gave up territory to form the Towns of Pharsalia, Plymouth and Preston. More of Norwich was lost in 1807 to form part of the New Berlin and part of the Town of Columbus. In 1808 and 1820, Norwich exchanged territory with the Town of Preston. Year 1793 (MDCCXCIII) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Saturday of the 11-day slower Julian calendar). ... Union is a town located in Broome County, New York, USA. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 56,298. ... Broome County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. ... Bainbridge is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Pharsalia is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Plymouth is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Preston is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... New Berlin is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Columbus is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ...

The community of Norwich, set itself off from the town in 1816 by incorporating as a village, later becoming the City of Norwich in 1914.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.3 km² (2.0 sq mi), all land. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...

Norwich is located in picturesque upstate New York, nestled in the Chenango River Valley. The river winds south along the eastern edge of the city. Along the western border, the Canasawacta Creek flows south, until it unites with the Chenango River at the southern city limits. The streets are regularly laid out, many lined with shade trees. The many farms and forests in the surrounding valley give Norwich a unique and charming pastoral appeal. The city is bordered by hills to the east and west, providing beautiful views of the valley. During winter months, these rugged areas are home to winter sports enthusiasts because of the numerous hiking and cross country skiing trails. One of the most popular areas for all year round recreation is the Whaupaunaucau State Forest located in the village of North Norwich. During the autumn months, the tree covered hills are a haven for hunters and those seeking breathtaking views of fall foliage. The Chenango River is a tributary of the Susquehanna River, approximately 90 mi (145 km) long, in central New York in the United States. ... The Chenango River is a tributary of the Susquehanna River, approximately 90 mi (145 km) long, in central New York in the United States. ... Cross-country skiing (skating style) in Einsiedeln, Switzerland. ...

Relationship to other cities via highways

Regionally, Norwich lies almost dead center of the "upside down triangle" that can be drawn connecting the cities of Syracuse, Albany, and Binghamton, along Interstates 90, 88, and 81, respectively. The City is located in the center of this triangle, on the intersection between New York State Route 12 and New York State Route 23. State Highway 12 is often known simply as "Route 12", "State Route 12" (or SR12), or merely "12", and similar naming colloquial conventions with State Highway 23 are used. Nickname: Location of Syracuse within the state of New York Coordinates: , City Government  - Mayor Matthew Driscoll (D) Area  - City 66. ... For other uses, see Albany. ... New York State Route 12 is a major roadway in the New York State Highway System. ... Junction Location Cortland NY-26 Cincinnatus Chenango NY-12 Norwich NY-8 South New Berlin Otsego NY-51 Morris NY-205 West Oneonta NY-7 Oneonta I-88 NY-28 S of Oneonta Delaware NY-10 Stamford Schoharie No intersections Delaware NY-30 Grand Gorge Greene NY-23A (WT) E...

Norwich is positioned on Route 12 roughly between the larger cities of Utica and access to Interstate 90 to the North, and Binghamton, NY (and the Triple Cities) and access to Interstate 81 and Future Interstate 86 (currently New York State Route 17, known as the Southern Tier Expressway) to the south. State Highway 23, which cuts laterally through the northern side of the city, leads eastward to the "college town" city of Oneonta and access to Interstate 88 and westward on 23 heads in the direction of Cortland and Interstate 81. Utica, New York is a city in New York State, the county seat of Oneida County in the USA. The City of Utica is situated within the region referred to as the Mohawk Valley. ... Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Interstate 90 Interstate 90 (abbreviated I-90) is the longest interstate highway in the United States at nearly 3,100 miles (5,000 kilometers). ... Binghamton is a city in upstate New York in the United States. ... This article belongs in one or more categories. ... Interstate 81 (abbreviated I-81) is an interstate highway in the eastern part of the United States. ... {{{type3}}} JUNCTIONS JUNCTION EXIT # I-90 PA 1 I-390 NY 146 (36) I-99 NY 169 (44) I-81 NY 245 NY (75) I-84 NY 362 (121) I-87 NY Legend BROWSE STATE HWYS Prev Next {{{browse}}} Interstate 86 runs from an intersection with Interstate 90 in Erie... Junction Location US routes and Interstates only. ... New York State Highway 17, also known as The Southern Tier Expressway, runs from Suffern, New York (where it connects to NJ 17) to the Pennsylvania border in Western New York where it connects to Interstate 86. ... Oneonta, New York, as depicted on an 1884 panoramic map. ... Interstate 88 (abbreviated I-88) is an interstate highway entirely within the U.S. state of New York. ... Cortland is a city in Cortland County, New York, USA. As of the 2000 census, the city had a population of 18,740. ... Interstate 81 (abbreviated I-81) is an interstate highway in the eastern part of the United States. ...

Being slightly closer to Binghamton, Norwich residents and locals tend to have a stronger relationship with the Greater Binghamton Area than with the Utica area. The Greater Binghamton Area of the nicknamed "Triple Cities" of Binghamton, Johnson City, and Endicott, as well as the Village of Vestal, known in the area for having a substantial commercial strip along the Vestal Parkway, offers most of the services, goods, cuisine and recreational opportunities that are unavailable in Norwich. The college town of Cortland is occasionally a destination due to the lack of medical specialists in the area, and to gain access to Interstate 81. Syracuse and Albany are also occasional, but common, destinations as both of these larger New York cities have large universities, extensive hospital services and the malls and recreational facilities that far surpass those of any of the nearer locations. This article belongs in one or more categories. ... Johnson City is a village in Broome County, New York, USA. The population was 15,535 at the 2000 census. ... Endicott is a village in Broome County, New York, USA. The population was 13,038 at the 2000 census. ... Country United States State New York County Broome Established 1823 Town Supervisor Pete Andreasen Area    - City 136. ...

Economy of the region

Typically, Route 12 is more important to the city and its citizens than 23, as it bisects the city on a north-south axis and becomes North and South Broad Street in the city limits — a location for the small community of downtown businesses. On the northside of town lies the North Plaza and a commercial strip of gas stations and fast food, but has since become desolate after the departure of Jamesway and the lack of any equivalent store to come into the plaza. The south side of town has three plazas just outside city limits, featuring supermarkets, gas stations, fast food, a new Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse and a recently upgraded Super Walmart. “Lowes” redirects here. ... Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ...

As Norwich maintains a very small-town atmosphere, inhabitants usually travel to the larger nearby cities of Oneonta, Binghamton, Utica, sometimes Cortland, and occasionally the much larger metropolitan areas of Syracuse and Albany for any goods and services that cannot be attained in Walmart or the local supermarkets. Oneonta, being approximately twice the size of Norwich (and having a small mini mall and many more options in the way of food, stores, and college nightlife) is a major destination for citizens who don't wish to drive the slightly longer distance of to Binghamton. The Utica and Binghamton Areas are the major destinations for residents doing serious shopping or looking for great variety in food, with the Binghamton area being the common preference. It has been suggested that Retail park be merged into this article or section. ...

Demographics

As of the census^GR2 of 2000, there were 7,355 people, 3,131 households, and 1,671 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,392.0/km² (3,609.0/sq mi). There were 3,500 housing units at an average density of 662.4/km² (1,717.4/sq mi). The racial makeup of the city was 96.48% White, 1.39% Black or African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.69% Asian, 0.19% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68% of the population. Image:1870 census Lindauer Weber 01. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...

There were 3,131 households out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.6% were married couples living together, 13.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.6% were non-families. 40.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 19.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.95. Marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate and sexual, and often created as a contract, or through civil process. ...

In the city the population was spread out with 24.6% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 78.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,485, and the median income for a family was $39,808. Males had a median income of $33,537 versus $24,430 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,339. About 14.7% of families and 18.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.5% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...

Commerce

For nearly a century, the city hosted the corporate headquarters of the Norwich Pharmacal Company. Formed in 1887 as a partnership between Reverend Lafayette Moore and Oscar G. Bell, a drug store employee, the company grew to become a major developer and manufacturer of medicines and veterinary products. Known affectionately as "The Pharmacy" among city residents, Norwich Pharmacal became world famous for its Unguentine antiseptic dressing (introduced in 1893) and Pepto-Bismol, an upset-stomach and anti-diarrhea medication (introduced in 1901 under a different name). The company merged with Morton International, Inc. in 1969 and later became a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble in 1982. Year 1893 (MDCCCXCIII) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Tuesday of the 12-day slower Julian calendar). ... Bismuth subsalicylate is the active ingredient in the popular medication Pepto-Bismol that is used to treat diarrhea and other temporary discomforts of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract. ... Year 1901 (MCMI) was a common year starting on Tuesday (link will display calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Monday [1] of the 13-day-slower Julian calendar). ... Procter & Gamble Co. ... Year 1982 (MCMLXXXII) was a common year starting on Friday (link displays the 1982 Gregorian calendar). ...

From 1845 until 1961, Norwich was also the home of the Maydole Hammer Factory. The founder, David Maydole, was an enterprising blacksmith who set out to create a hammer with a safely attached head. His hammers proved so successful, that Maydole became the largest hammer manufacturer in the United States by the time of its founder's death in 1892. 1845 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... Year 1961 (MCMLXI) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... For other uses, see Blacksmith (disambiguation). ... A claw hammer For other uses, see Hammer (disambiguation). ...

Norwich is a hub for commercial activity in the surrounding area. The Village of Oxford, as well as other places like Sherburne and Preston, rely on Norwich for low-intensity shopping, eating, movie-going, and for employment opportunities. Due to the lack of development in the surrounding areas, Norwich has a place of prominence as the most populous location in Chenango county, and the only City on route 12 between Binghamton and Utica. Its strategic location and the presence of many pharmacies, more than three large grocery stores, an assortment of fast food restaurants, and a Super Walmart (all of which are practically unavailable on the length of route 12 in a 40 mile radius), make Norwich the first stop for people in surrounding hamlets that don't wish to go to the larger and farther off areas of Oneonta, Utica or Binghamton. Norwich also has several 24-hour businesses, including a 24-hour supermarket (Price Chopper), at least two 24-hour gas station/mini-marts, and a 24-hour Super Wal-mart. This is relevant due to the virtual nonexistence of 24-hour businesses elsewhere along route 12, particularly in nearby communities of Oxford, Sherburne, and Preston. Oxford is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ...

A new 8 million dollar campus was recently constructed for the City's small community college, an extension branch of Morrisville State College. This larger Student Community may help increase local commerce, and will even, perhaps, lead to growth or the emergence of a "College Town" atmosphere if current trends continue. A community college is a type of educational institution. ... The State University of New York at Morrisville, also known as Morrisville State College, offers bachelor and associate degree programs at two campuses in Central New York: Morrisville and Norwich. ...

Culture

Numerous festivals and events mark the Norwich calendar, with residents looking forward to several annual cultural traditions. Most notable is the Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival, a two-day event in early September that features regional musicians and artists. The festival drew an estimated 15,000 people in 2005. Since 1993, the Chenango Blues Festival, held at the Chenango County Fairgrounds each August, has attracted thousands and featured nationally-renowned artists such as Koko Taylor, the late Luther Allison, and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. Since the early 1990s, the nationally known Gus Macker organization has hosted a 3-on-3 basketball tournament in early July with hundreds of teams participating each year. Museums include the Chenango County Historical Society and the Northeast Classic Car Museum, which houses approximately 125 cars, including the world's largest collection of Franklin luxury cars.

Notable Residents

• Actress Calista Flockhart spent part of her childhood in Norwich
• Former New York Mets pitcher Jon Matlack currently resides in Norwich
• Pioneering psychiatrist Harry Stack Sullivan was born in Norwich
• ESPN the Magazine's Senior Editor Steve Wulf used to live in Norwich and wrote about coming back in a 1993 Issue of Sports Illustrated

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External links

• Northeast Classic Car Museum
• Chenango County Historical Society
• Morrisville State College - Norwich Campus
• Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival
• Chenango Blues Festival
• City of Norwich, NY
• Norwich Emergency Management Office
• Norwich, NY information
• Early history of Norwich area
• Timeline of Norwich Pharmacal Company

Coordinates: 42.531854° N 75.521618° W Map of Earth showing lines of latitude (horizontally) and longitude (vertically), Eckert VI projection; large version (pdf, 1. ...

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County seat: Norwich (city)
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Towns	Afton | Bainbridge | Columbus | Coventry | German | Greene | Guilford | Lincklaen | McDonough | New Berlin | North Norwich | Norwich | Otselic | Oxford | Pharsalia | Pitcher | Plymouth | Preston | Sherburne | Smithville | Smyrna Image File history File links Map_of_New_York_highlighting_Chenango_County. ... The definitions of the political subdivisions of the state of New York differ from those in certain other countries or even various other U.S. states, leading to misunderstandings regarding the governmental nature of an area. ... Afton is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Bainbridge is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Columbus is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Coventry is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Greene is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Guilford is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Lincklaen is a town located in the extreme northwest corner of Chenango County, New York. ... McDonough is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... New Berlin is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... North Norwich is a town located in Chenango County, New York, USA. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 1,966. ... Norwich is a town in Chenango County, New York, USA. The population was 3,836 at the 2000 census. ... Otselic is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Oxford is a town in Chenango County, New York. ... Pharsalia is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Pitcher is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Plymouth is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Preston is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Sherburne is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Smithville is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ... Smyrna is a town located in Chenango County, New York. ...
Villages	Afton | Bainbridge | Earlville | Greene | New Berlin | Oxford | Sherburne | Smyrna The definitions of the political subdivisions of the state of New York differ from those in certain other countries or even various other U.S. states, leading to misunderstandings regarding the governmental nature of an area. ... Afton is a village in Chenango County, New York, USA. The population was 836 at the 2000 census. ... Bainbridge is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ... Earlville is a village in New York, United States. ... Greene is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ... New Berlin is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ... Oxford is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ... Sherburne is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ... Smyrna is a village located in Chenango County, New York. ...