Starlight, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Starlight, Pennsylvania
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| Village of Starlight | |
The former Starlight Station in Starlight, which is now the Buckingham Township Municipal Building. It is also a U.S. National Historic Place.
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 Starlight, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| U.S. Congressional District | PA-10 |
| School District | Wayne Highlands Region I |
| County | Wayne |
| Magisterial District | 22-3-04 |
| Township | Buckingham |
| Named for | Starlight Lake |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern Daylight (EDT)) |
| ZIP code |
18461
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1188417 |
| FIPS code | 42-127-09824-73744 |
| Major Roads |  |
| Waterways | Shehawken Creek, Starlight Lake |
Starlight is a small community, or village, located in Buckingham Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. It's a quiet place in the United States. A road called Crosstown Highway, also known as Pennsylvania Route 370 (PA-370), is often seen as the southern border of the village.
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Exploring Starlight's Past
This village has a cool history! It was once a busy train stop for the New York, Ontario & Western (O&W) Railway. Today, Starlight is well-known for the Inn at Starlight Lake & Restaurant. This inn has been welcoming guests since 1909.
Understanding Starlight's Status
You might see signs that say "Village of Starlight." These signs are put up by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). In Pennsylvania, a village is not a separate town with its own government. Instead, it's an unincorporated community that is part of a larger township.
Because villages like Starlight are not separate towns, they don't have official borders. The United States Census Bureau doesn't collect specific population numbers for them. However, local people generally agree on where the village begins and ends. Many places, like lakes or businesses, are named after the village they are in.
Discovering Starlight's Natural Beauty
Starlight is home to some beautiful natural spots. You can find Shehawken Creek here, which used to be called Chehocton Creek. Also, there's the lovely Starlight Lake. Did you know that Starlight Lake is actually the source of Shehawken Creek? This means the creek starts right from the lake!
Local Legends and Ghost Stories
For a long time, people in Starlight have shared stories about unusual sightings and mysterious events. These are often called paranormal or ghost stories.
One popular story tells of a young woman in a wet evening dress. She reportedly asks for a ride to an address on Depot Hill Road. But when she gets into the car, she disappears! This tale has been told for many years, even before cars existed. Back then, she would supposedly vanish from the back of a horse and buggy.
Another legend is about the owner of an old hotel that burned down. This hotel was once on the shores of Starlight Lake. Visitors would come to the lake to escape the summer heat. Some reports say they saw a laughing man in old-fashioned clothes floating near the shore just before sunset.
There's also a story from the 1890s about an old bridge on Cottage Road. It's said that a traveler was involved in a sad event there. People say that if you say certain words three times, you might see something unusual in the lake from the bridge.
Finally, a story from the mid-1800s talks about a poultry farm. The owner's daughter was engaged to a man from Haiti. One night, a disagreement happened about their wedding plans. The girl then ran out of the house in the dark and had an accident near the lake. People say that sometimes, you can see a figure near the lake in the week after a new moon. And occasionally, a lone horse is reported walking along Starlight Lake Road. These are all local tales that add to the mystery of Starlight!
