Perkinsville, New York facts for kids
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Perkinsville
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Perkinsville in March 2018.
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 Perkinsville
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Steuben |
Perkinsville is a small community, also known as a locale, located in Steuben County in the state of New York, U.S.. It's a quiet place that has been home to some interesting history. This community is known as the birthplace of Patty Maloney, a talented actress.
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Discovering Perkinsville
Perkinsville is situated at specific geographic coordinates: 42 degrees, 32 minutes, 23 seconds North latitude and 77 degrees, 37 minutes, 41 seconds West longitude. This helps pinpoint its exact location on a map.
Community Life
According to the U.S. census from the year 2000, the average household in Perkinsville had about 2.66 people living in it. This gives us an idea of the typical family size in the area at that time.
Perkinsville's Railroad Past
For many years, Perkinsville was an important stop on a major railroad line. From 1882 to 1963, the community was part of the main railway route that connected New York City (specifically Hoboken, New Jersey) to Buffalo, New York.
The Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
This important railway was first operated by the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad from 1882 until 1960. Trains carrying passengers and goods regularly passed through Perkinsville during this time.
The Erie Lackawanna Railroad
Later, from 1960 to 1963, the Erie Lackawanna Railroad took over the line. However, changes were coming for the railway in Perkinsville.
End of an Era
In 1963, the tracks running through Perkinsville were removed. This decision was made by the United States Interstate Commerce Commission. The railroad company found it easier to use another route that had flatter ground. Since then, Perkinsville has not had any train service.
