Amity, Orange County, New York facts for kids
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Amity, New York
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 Amity, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Orange |
| Town | Warwick |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
10990
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| Area code(s) | 845 |
| GNIS feature ID | 942435 |
| Other name | Pochuck |
Amity is a small community, also known as a hamlet, located in the town of Warwick, in New York, United States. You can find it between the villages of Edenville and Pine Island, very close to the New Jersey border.
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Discover Amity, New York
Amity is a quiet place that plays a part in the larger area of Orange County, New York. It's known for its peaceful setting and local services.
Where is Amity Located?
Amity is positioned in a scenic part of New York state. It's just a short distance from the border with New Jersey. This location makes it easy to reach from different areas.
Community Services in Amity
The community of Amity is served by the Amity Station of the Pine Island Fire Department. This station helps keep the residents safe.
A Look at Amity's History
Amity has a long history, especially concerning its religious community.
- The Amity Presbyterian Society was started way back in 1796.
- This church served the community for 213 years.
- Its last service was held on April 26, 2009.
- After that, the church building became home to Vision Community Church.
- Vision Community Church used the building until December 2010.
- Later, the Vision Community Church moved to the Park Avenue Elementary school in Warwick. This happened when the Amity property was put up for sale.
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