Neshannock Township, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Neshannock Township
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Township
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Residential neighborhood in New Castle Northwest
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| Etymology: Neshannock, Native American for "Land between two waters" | |
| Nickname(s):
Lancers
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Location of Neshannock Township in Lawrence County
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Location of Lawrence County in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Lawrence County |
| Established | 1799 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 17.42 sq mi (45.12 km2) |
| • Land | 17.23 sq mi (44.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.19 sq mi (0.48 km2) |
| Highest elevation
(north of Fording Road)
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1,250 ft (380 m) |
| Lowest elevation | 795 ft (242 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 9,843 |
| • Density | 570.93/sq mi (218.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EDT) |
| United States Postal Code |
16105
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| Area code(s) | 724 |
| FIPS code | 42-073-53064 |
| Website | www.neshannock.org |
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 9,216 | — | |
| 2010 | 9,609 | 4.3% | |
| 2020 | 9,843 | 2.4% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 9,714 | 1.1% | |
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Neshannock Township is a community located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's a type of local government area called a "township." In 2010, about 9,609 people lived here.
The name Neshannock comes from Neshannock Creek. This name is from a Native American language and means "double stream" or "land between two waters."
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Exploring Neshannock Township
Where is Neshannock Township?
Neshannock Township covers about 17.4 square miles (45.0 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The name Neshannock itself means "land between two waters."
The township includes a special area called New Castle Northwest. This is a "census-designated place," which means it's a community that looks like a town but isn't officially a city or town. Other smaller communities within the township are Walmo, Coaltown, Painter Hill, Kings Chapel, and Sunset Valley.
Who Lives in Neshannock Township?
As of 2020, there were 9,843 people living in Neshannock Township. There were 4,180 households, which are like homes where families or individuals live.
Most people living here are White (96.3%). There are also people who are African American (1.6%), Asian (1.2%), and from other backgrounds. About 1.5% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
In Neshannock, about 16.1% of the people are under 18 years old. About 27.5% are 65 years or older. The average age of people in the township is 47 years old.
Homes in Neshannock Township can be different. Some are like city homes near New Castle. Others are larger, country-style houses with more land.
Neshannock Township Weather
Neshannock Township experiences all four seasons. Here's a look at the average temperatures and rainfall throughout the year:
| Month | Av. High | Av. Low | Av. Precip. |
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| January | 35 F | 16 F | 2.29 Inches |
| February | 39 F | 17 F | 2.08 Inches |
| March | 50 F | 25 F | 2.94 Inches |
| April | 61 F | 34 F | 3.28 Inches |
| May | 72 F | 45 F | 3.48 Inches |
| June | 80 F | 54 F | 4.30 Inches |
| July | 85 F | 59 F | 4.19 Inches |
| August | 83 F | 57 F | 3.56 Inches |
| September | 76 F | 50 F | 3.74 Inches |
| October | 65 F | 38 F | 2.60 Inches |
| November | 52 F | 31 F | 3.16 Inches |
| December | 40 F | 23 F | 2.81 Inches |
Weather Records
The hottest temperature ever recorded in Neshannock was 102°F in 1935. The coldest temperature ever was -29°F in 1930.
Education in Neshannock
Neshannock Township has its own school system called the Neshannock Township School District. All the schools are in one large building. This building is split into two main parts.
- Neshannock Memorial School teaches students from kindergarten through 6th grade.
- Neshannock Junior/Senior High School is for students in 7th through 12th grade.
Getting Around Neshannock
Public Transportation
You can use public buses in the area. The New Castle Area Transit Authority provides these services.
Main Roads and Highways
Several important roads run through Neshannock Township, making it easy to travel to other places.
I-376
PA 18
Fun and Sports in Neshannock
Neshannock Township has great places for recreation and sports!
Pearson Park
Pearson Park is the main recreation spot in the township. It has lots of cool features:
- A community pool (you need to be a member to use it).
- A playground for younger kids.
- Two baseball fields for Little League games.
- The Hutchison Center, which is a place for parties and events.
- A 1-mile walking trail, perfect for a stroll or run.
- Six tennis courts and a basketball court.
- A volleyball court.
The Neshannock High School tennis team even uses the park's tennis courts for their home games!
Hess Ice Rink
Also part of Pearson Park is the Hess Ice Rink and a baseball field. At Hess Ice Rink, you can:
- Watch or play ice hockey.
- Learn figure skating.
- Enjoy public skating sessions when the rink is open.
The Hess Figure Skating Club calls this rink home. A famous ice hockey player, Stephen Johns, who plays defense for the Dallas Stars, also used to train here!
New Castle Country Club
The New Castle Country Club is located in Neshannock Township. It's a great place for sports and social events. The club has:
- A golf course.
- Tennis courts.
- A putting green and a driving range for golf practice.
- A restaurant and areas for parties.
