New Rochelle, New York

New Rochelle is a city located in Westchester County, New York. According to the Wikipedia page for New Rochelle, the city had a population of 79,446 as of the 2010 census, making it the seventh-largest city in the state of New York.

History

New Rochelle has a rich history dating back to the 17th century when it was founded by French Huguenots. The city was named after La Rochelle in France. Some key events in New Rochelle’s history include:

1640 – The city was founded by John Pell and Thomas Pell.
1688 – Jacob Leisler obtained ownership of the city.
1776 – General George Washington’s troops were stationed in New Rochelle prior to sailing to New York City.
1857 – New Rochelle becomes a village.
1899 – New Rochelle is incorporated as a city.

To learn more about the history of New Rochelle, visit the New Rochelle Public Library website.

Economy and Major Employers

Some of the major industries and employers in New Rochelle include:

Education – New Rochelle City School District (914-576-4300, 515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801), Iona College, Monroe College
Healthcare – Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital (website, 16 Guion Pl, New Rochelle, NY 10801, (914) 365-3700)
Services – New York Legal Assistance Group, Hudson Park Associates
Retail – Home Depot, Costco, Target

For more information on the economy and major employers in New Rochelle, check out this economic development website.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in New Rochelle include:

New Rochelle Walk of Fame – Honors notable residents from New Rochelle, located along North Avenue near the New Rochelle Train Station. Some honorees include Ossie Davis, Ruby Dee, Don McLean, Whitney Young Jr. More info.
Fort Slocum – Former US military post from 1867 to 1965, located on Davids Island. It was an important recruitment and defense site over the years. More info.
Hudson Park – Waterfront park along Long Island Sound with beautiful views. Address: Hudson Park & Marina, New Rochelle, NY 10801. More info.
New Rochelle Public Library – Large public library dating back to 1893 with a variety of programs and resources. Address: 1 Library Plaza, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Phone: (914) 632-7878. Website.
Thomas Paine Cottage – Historical cottage built in 1793 where Thomas Paine spent his final years. Address: 20 Sicard Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801. More info.
New Rochelle High School – Landmark school built in 1913, serving grades 9-12. Address: 265 Clove Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Phone: (914) 632-5800. Website.

GPS Coordinates of Landmarks:

New Rochelle City Hall – 40°54’26.0″N 73°47’21.1″W (515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801)
Hudson Park – 40°54’42.8″N 73°46’07.6″W (Hudson Park, New Rochelle, NY 10801)
Fort Slocum – 40°51’52.3″N 73°46’30.6″W (Davids Island, New Rochelle, NY 10580)

County Information

New Rochelle is located in Westchester County. The county government website can be found here: www.westchestergov.com. The address for Westchester County government is 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601.

School Districts

The public schools in New Rochelle are operated by the New Rochelle City School District. Their website is www.newrochelle.k12.ny.us and their phone number is (914) 576-4300. The address is 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801.

Some private schools in New Rochelle include:

Iona Preparatory School – Website
The Ursuline School – Website
The College of New Rochelle – Website

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and community websites for New Rochelle:

Transportation

New Rochelle is served by Metro North Railroad’s New Haven Line. The New Rochelle Train Station provides service to Grand Central Terminal in New York City and other stations along the New Haven Line. More information can be found on the Metro North New Haven Line schedule.

New Rochelle is also served by the Bee-Line Bus System, providing public transportation around New Rochelle and to other destinations in Westchester County. More information can be found on the Bee-Line Bus System website.

Sports

New Rochelle is home to several high school and amateur sports teams including:

New Rochelle High School Huguenots – Website
New Rochelle Rowing Club – Website
Westchester Flames Hockey – Website