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West Seneca is a town located in western New York in Erie County. According to the Wikipedia page for West Seneca, the town had a population of 44,711 as of the 2010 census. The town is located east of the city of Buffalo.

History

The town of West Seneca was established in 1851 from the western part of the town of Seneca. It was originally inhabited by the Neutral Nation Native Americans. The first settlers arrived in the early 1800s and the town grew due to its proximity to Buffalo and access to railroads and canal systems. Some key moments in West Seneca's history include:

• 1851 - Town of West Seneca established
• 1868 - West Seneca incorporated as a village
• 1891 - Electric railway opened, connecting West Seneca to Buffalo
• 1909 - Seneca Nation Cemetery established
• 1961 - West Seneca incorporated as a town

To learn more about the history of West Seneca, visit the West Seneca Public Library's Local History Room.

Population

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of West Seneca was 45,913 at the 2020 census. This is a 2.7% increase from the 2010 population of 44,711. West Seneca is the 10th largest town in New York by population.

Economy

Some of the major industries and employers in West Seneca include:

• GEICO - 1000 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224, (716) 675-2200
• Catholic Health - 2157 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218, (716) 828-2200
• Northtown Automotive Companies - 2535 Union Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227, (716) 668-1711
• Precise Service Corporation - 90 Sonwil Dr, Buffalo, NY 14225, (716) 634-2000

For more information on economic development in West Seneca, visit the West Seneca Economic Development Department.

Landmarks

Some notable landmarks and points of interest in West Seneca include:

• West Seneca Public Library - 1300 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224. GPS coordinates: 42°52'58.6"N 78°48'05.0"W
• Seneca Nation Cemetery - 1053 Indian Church Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224. Here is the location on Google Maps.
• Fuller Cemetery - 249 Cazenovia St, West Seneca, NY 14224. Located at 42.874443, -78.800288.

To learn more about things to see and do in West Seneca, visit the West Seneca Recreation Department website.

Transportation

Public transportation in West Seneca is provided by the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA). The town is served by several NFTA bus routes that connect to downtown Buffalo. The Depew Amtrak station provides train service to West Seneca. Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located about 10 miles northeast of the town.

Education

Public schools in West Seneca are operated by the West Seneca Central School District. The district operates 10 schools including six elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. Some private schools located in West Seneca include:

• Queen of Saints School - 6848 Seneca St, West Seneca, NY 14224
• Nardin Academy - 135 Cleveland Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
• Father Hoey Memorial High School - 899 Kensington Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214

Additional Local Resources

• West Seneca Town Hall - 1250 Union Rd #1, West Seneca, NY 14224, (716) 674-5600, www.westseneca.net
• West Seneca Chamber of Commerce - 910 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224, (716) 674-4175, westsenecachamber.org
• West Seneca Police Department - 1100 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224, (716) 674-2280, www.westsenecapolice.org
• West Seneca Fire Department - 675 Orchard Park Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224, (716) 677-2145, www.westsenecafire.org
• West Seneca Public Library on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WestSenecaPublicLibrary
• West Seneca West Senior High School Sports website: www.westsenecasports.com

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