Centerville, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Centerville or Centreville is a name used for several places in the US state of Pennsylvania. When you see a name like this, it means there are different places with the same or very similar names. This article helps you understand which place is being talked about.
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What is a Centerville?
In Pennsylvania, "Centerville" or "Centreville" can refer to a few different communities. These places are often small towns or villages. They are usually named because they were once considered a central point in their area.
Centerville in Crawford County
- Centerville, Crawford County is a borough located in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. A borough is a type of self-governing town in Pennsylvania. It's a small community where people live and work.
Centerville in Washington County
- Centerville, Washington County is another borough, this time found in Washington County, Pennsylvania. Like the one in Crawford County, it's a small, independent town with its own local government.
Original Names of Villages
Sometimes, a place might have an old name that is no longer used. This is the case for two villages that were once called Centreville:
- The village of Penns Creek in Snyder County was originally known as Centreville.
- The village of Kersey in Elk County also used to be called Centreville.
See also
- In Spanish: Centerville (Pensilvania) for kids
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