East Amherst, New York
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East Amherst is a suburban hamlet approximately 8 miles Northeast of Buffalo, New York. It straddles the towns of Amherst and Clarence, and comprises the majority of zip code 14051.
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History
East Amherst is centered in an area originally known as "Transit Station," a name that has its origins in the railroad station of the New York Central “Peanut Line” that crossed Transit Road just north of Muegel Road. As its farmlands were developed into residential subdivisions, "East Amherst" began to emerge as the most frequently used name for the area.
Demographic information
In 2013, East Amherst was named the richest and most affluent community in Western New York by Buffalo Business First. As of the 2000 United States Census, East Amherst has a population of 17,991 and 6,280 housing units. In 2005, East Amherst, New York was recognized by CNN / Money Magazine as one of the Best Places to Live (41st Finalist) in the United States.
Fire and police services
Fire protection is primarily provided by the East Amherst Fire Department, as well as by Swormville Fire Company and Clarence Center Volunteer Fire Company.
The part of East Amherst within the Town of Amherst is served by the Amherst Police Department. The part within the Town of Clarence is served by the New York State Police and the Erie County Sheriff's Department.
Notable people
- Scotty Bowman, Hall Of Fame hockey coach
- John Koelmel, former CEO of First Niagara Bank
- Andrew Orpik, retired hockey player
- Jason Pominville, NHL player
- Shane Sims, NHL defenseman
- Raymond Walter, New York State Assemblyman
External links
- Information regarding Williamsville Central School District
- East Amherst, NY Richest Community
- 2013/2014 Western New York School District Rankings
- Best School Rankings 2013 and 2014
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