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Hornell (C)




New York is a state in the north eastern United States. Majority of the population is concentrated in the southern portion around New York city, the state is often regionalized into upstate and downstate. New York is the home of Ellis Island, where many immigrants in the early 20th century arrived in the United States.
 
Hornell is a city in Steuben county, New York, USA. The population was 9,019 at the 2000 census. The city is named after the Hornell family, early settlers. The city of Hornell is located within the town of Hornellsville. Hornell is nicknamed as Maple city after the large maple trees on main and broad way streets. Hornell has the largest Saint. Patrick's day parade and celebration in the area, bringing thousands out to welcome spring. Hornell municipal airport is located a few miles north of the city on.
 
The area was incorporated as a town in 1820, as Hornellsville. The name comes from early settler George Hornell, who built the first gristmill here. The city of Hornell was chartered in 1888 as the city of Hornellsville. The name was changed to Hornell in 1906. Hornell football remains as one of the most followed sports teams in Hornell, bringing thousands of people to friday night football games. Hornell is at an altitude of 1,160 feet above sea level. According to the U.S census bureau, the city has a total area of 7.1 square kilometer, all land.
 
Hornell is on the Canisteo river and surrounded by the foothills of the Allegheny mountains. There are several parks in the city of Hornell the parks are Maple city park, James street park now renamed Veterans memorial park, it has the city pool and several playgrounds. As of the census of 2000, there were 9,019 people, 3,596 households, and 2,218 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,275.6 per square kilometer. There were 4,100 housing units at an average density of 579.9 per square kilometer.

The city is often regarded as among the most beautiful parts of New York, it is one of the most visited places amongst the most die hard travelers the world over. Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and gain enthusiasm in its natural beauty and populace. The city has undergone some improvement in various fields and enjoys a very positive reputation with worldwide travelers.

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