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  Troy, New York - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Troy is a city in New York, USA and is the county seat of Rensselaer County.
Troy became a village in 1801 and was chartered as a city in 1816.
Samuel Wilson, a Troy butcher and meatpacker during the time of the War of 1812, who is believed by many to have been the inspiration for the personification of the United States known as Uncle Sam.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Troy,_NY   (2131 words)

  
 Troy Record, Troy NY newspaper.
Troy Record - Troy NY The city of Troy, New York boasts a population of nearly 50,000 people.
The Troy Record, Troy NY is one of Albany’s most important sources for local and national news.
The Troy Record, Tory NY is one of the best outlets for local information in the Albany area.
www.troytoday.com /troy_record_troy_ny.html   (314 words)

  
 Troy NY
TROY CITY, seat of justice for the county, lies on the east side of the Hudson, 6 miles north of Albany, at the junction of the Hudson and Mohawk valleys.
In 1791, the county of Rensselaer was detached from Albany, and Troy was selected as the county seat.
Troy is indebted in a great measure for its prosperity to its advantageous situation, and the enterprise and industry of her inhabitants.
www.usgennet.org /usa/ny/state/orphan/troy.htm   (2043 words)

  
 Realty Times - Real Estate News and Advice
Troy was bustling with activity during the 19th century.
Troy was a dichotomy of the classes; successful capitalists build rambling estates just minutes away from the overcrowded, humble structures that served as home to countless factory workers.
Troy has placed a rare premium on the preservation of its past while remaining open to the inevitable changes of the future.
realtytimes.com /rtcpages/19991213_troyny.htm   (963 words)

  
 Troy, NY News
Troy, N.Y. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute today announced a vote by the Board of Trustees to increase the Renaissance at Rensselaer campaign goal from $1 billion to $1.4 billion, with the campaign to close...
The Troy, N.Y., college said Monday the receipt of almost $514 million in in-kind software and computer contributions from the Partners for the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education has pushed the...
A Troy woman who claims that she was coerced into having sex with a corrections officer while she was an inmate has sued Rensselaer County, claiming civil rights violations.The 29-year-old former inmate at...
www.topix.net /city/troy-ny   (698 words)

  
 EPA Brownfields Assessment Pilot - Troy, NY
Troy was also selected to receive additional funding for assessments at Brownfields properties to be used for greenspace purposes.
Troy, population 54,296, is typical of many northeastern cities with an industrial-iron and textile legacy.
The goal of the program is to develop South Troy in a manner that improves the quality of life for its low-income residents and contributes to the economic viability of the city and the region.
www.epa.gov /swerosps/bf/html-doc/atroy.htm   (669 words)

  
 EPA Brownfields Grants, Troy, NY
Troy, NY EPA's Brownfields Program empowers states, communities, and other stakeholders in economic development to work together to prevent, assess, safely clean up, and sustainably reuse brownfields.
Approximately 40 percent of the waterfront is vacant or underutilized, causing blight along the waterfront and in adjacent residential areas.
Grant Recipient: Troy, NY The cooperative agreement for this grant has not yet been negotiated; therefore, activities described in this fact sheet are subject to change.
www.epa.gov /swerosps/bf/04grants/troy.htm   (409 words)

  
 Troy Victorian Stroll: About the Stroll - 22nd Annual Troy Victorian Stroll, Troy, NY
The annual holiday tradition which transforms the historic streets of downtown Troy into a magical stage of song, dance, and family enjoyment – the Troy Victorian Stroll – is set to happen for the 23rd time on Sunday, December 4, 2005.
The event is privately funded by corporate and citizen contributions and organized by the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Troy retailers will be selling fleece vests with the "Uncle Sam" stroll image found on the 2005 Stroll posters (see photo below).
www.troyvictorianstroll.com /about/index.cfm   (432 words)

  
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We are pleased to present to you The Enlarged City School District of Troy’s newly redesigned website.
We’ve done our best during a time of significant change in all areas for our school district to provide you with key information regarding planned activities for schools, for programs, for students and the Board of Education.
With test scores up, a budget that met public approval, a bond rating that’s improving, and new leaders on board who are eager to initiate improvements all we need is continued support from our students, our teachers, our parents, and our residents to insure the best results for our children.
www.troy.k12.ny.us   (302 words)

  
 Troy Real Estate | Troy NY   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Of those housing units, 23,093 were located in either urbanized areas or urban clusters, and none were located in what is classified as a rural area.
Troy's vacancy rate, including seasonal lodging, is about 13.4%.
The majority of houses, apartments or condos in Troy were built after 1939.
www.idcide.com /realestate/ny/troy.htm   (101 words)

  
 Find restaurants in Troy NY.
There are many different restaurants in Troy, NY ready to tempt the palate and tickle the taste buds.
One of the greatest restaurants in Troy, NY is the pizzeria I Love New York Pizza.
For those who have a sweet tooth, one of the best restaurants in Troy, NY to enjoy is the Vanilla Bean Baking Co. Both a retail store and a plant of this delicious bakery are housed in Troy New York.
www.troytoday.com /restaurants_in_troy_ny.html   (296 words)

  
 Troy Campus
Our Troy campus is located on ten acres in a historic downtown area, and is surrounded by neighborhoods of stately Victorian brownstones.
Within the region, Troy is rapidly becoming the focal point for the fine arts.
In addition, we are within walking distance of the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, world-renowned for its superb acoustics, the Rensselaer County Historical Society and the Rensselaer County Center for the Arts, which serves the entire Capital Region.
www.sage.edu /aboutsage/location/troy/index.php   (143 words)

  
 Troy, New York NY, city profile (Rensselaer County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Troy, NY Eastern terminus of the New York State Barge Canal
Troy is a city in Rensselaer County, in the Albany metro area.
Troy is on the east bank of the Hudson River
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=1805   (842 words)

  
 Troy NY Turkey Trot
From a humble beginning in 1964, the Troy Turkey Trot has grown into one of the largest road races in the Capital District area.
The Troy Turkey Trot is again pleased to offer the latest in race time technology-The "Trot Chip." The chip is a tiny electronic device that is worn on the laces of your running shoe.
This event, which is a series of road races over the streets of Troy, has been held every year since, with the exception of 1971, when a snowfall of some seventeen inches forced a cancellation.
www.troyny.org /turkeytrot.html   (1086 words)

  
 Uncle Sam's Place (tm) - Genealogy - Troy, NY
Sam dies on July 31 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Troy, NY.
Congress salutes "Uncle Sam" Wilson of Troy, NY as the progenitor of America's national symbol "Uncle Sam".
Rebecca Rector, MLS, Troy, NY Rebecca is an adjunct Librarian at Siena College, and is founder of RbInfo: Genealogy and History Research.
www.uncle-sams-home.com /troywlsn.html   (306 words)

  
 New Homes in Troy, NY
When buying a new home in Troy, NY, it is important to review many different locations, amenities and options and Homebuilder.com provides you with the tools to do that and much more.
Search for new homes in the Troy metro area or narrow your search by neighborhood and review the results according to a wide range of criteria including square footage, amenities and cost.
Troy Home Builders: No matter what your taste and price range, HomeBuilder.com lists the builders, contractors, and suppliers that you need to take care of custom construction issues both big and small.
www.homebuilder.com /new-homes/city.aspx?city=troy&st=ny   (361 words)

  
 ACS: 2003 ACS Narrative Profile for Albany--Schenectady--Troy, NY MSA
POPULATION OF Albany--Schenectady--Troy, NY MSA: In 2003, Albany--Schenectady--Troy, NY MSA had a household population of 857,000 - 440,000 (51 percent) females and 417,000 (49 percent) males.
The total school enrollment in Albany--Schenectady--Troy, NY MSA was 220,000 in 2003.
TRAVEL TO WORK: Eighty-one percent of Albany--Schenectady--Troy, NY MSA workers drove to work alone in 2003, 8 percent carpooled, 4 percent took public transportation, and 3 percent used other means.
www.census.gov /acs/www/Products/Profiles/Single/2003/ACS/Narrative/380/NP38000US0160.htm   (1192 words)

  
 Uncle Sam's Place - Troy, NY -- TUI - A Visit From St. Nicholas - About the Poem & Poet
Moore, stodgy creature of academe that he was, refused to have the poem published despite its enthusiastic reception by everyone who read it.
The poem was an "overnight sensation," as we would say today, but Moore was not to acknowledge authorship of it until fifteen years later, when he reluctantly included it in a volume of collected works.
He called the poem "a mere trifle." The Record (today's Troy Sentinel) reprints the poem every year with a brief bio of the author and the poem's origins.
www.city-of-troy.com /tui/199912/a1999121123455002.html   (454 words)

  
 Troy, New York--Home of Uncle Sam   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Troy was Sam Wilson's home, and the Troy of today shows it.
One can hardly walk around Troy without seeing signs that proudly state, "Home of Uncle Sam." One of the more stately monuments to Wilson is a statue at the corner of River St. and 3rd St. in downtown Troy.
Throughout Troy, you see many reminders that Troy was the home of Uncle Sam Wilson; the city logo mentions the fact, and the logo appears everywhere from police cars to recycling bins.
home.nycap.rr.com /content/us_troy.html   (297 words)

  
 Troy NY Genealogy Data
Troy NY O'Connor births, 1912-1915 for all spellings
Troy NY O'Connor deaths, 1876-1925 for all spellings
Tombstone Inscriptions in Cemeteries in Troy, Indicating a Foreign Place of Origin.
www.connorsgenealogy.com /troy   (539 words)

  
 Bankruptcy in Troy, NY New York can be avoided.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Bankruptcy in Troy, NY New York can be avoided.
Bankruptcy NY New York with us is the best way to avoid bankruptcy and get out of debt as quickly as possible and saving our clients as much as possible.
Speak to a Troy, NY New York bankruptcy expert to see if it is right for you.
www.personal-bankruptcy-avoidance.com /Bankruptcy/NY-New-York/Troy/Bankruptcy-Troy.shtml   (342 words)

  
 junior league of troy
The Junior League of Troy has chosen to focus on the issue of child welfare, which means that our time, talents, and resources are directed toward community projects that are dedicated to improving the lives of children in our community.
If you are passionate about bettering the lives of children in our community and you are interested in becoming part of The Junior League of Troy, please join us.
Established in 1994, the Elizabeth Talbot Community Service Award is in  memory of Elizabeth Talbot, daughter of past Junior League president Karen Blase Talbot and her husband, Walter.
www.jltroy.org   (243 words)

  
 Troy, NY-Police [Archive] - MassCops - Massachusetts Law Enforcement Network
Job Opportunities with the City of Troy, NY Below you will find postions available and exam announcements for employment with the City, the Troy Housing Authority, and the Troy School District.
The City of Troy is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
Our mailing address is as follows: City of Troy Personnel Office - 1 Monument Square Troy, NY 12180.
www.masscops.com /forums/archive/index.php?t-5914.html   (263 words)

  
 Troy NY Employment
Job Opportunities with the City of Troy, NY Below you will find positions available and exam announcements for employment with the City, the Troy Housing Authority, and the Troy School District.
Hours of employment are on an "as needed" basis, and usually occur between 4:00 P.M. and 9:00 A.M. The Police Matron is responsible for all females held in custody.
The City of Troy Police Department is accepting applications for candidates to serve as School Traffic Officer.
www.troyny.gov /employment/announcements.html   (499 words)

  
 Troy Ny   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Troy Ny Troy, New York--Home Of Uncle Sam Troy was Sam Wilson's home, and the Troy of today shows it.
One can hardlywalk around Troy without seeing signs that proudly state, "Home ofUncle Sam." One of the more stately monuments to Wilson is a statueat the corner of River St. and 3rd St. in downtown Troy.
Directory New York State > Troy Hotellocators.Com is your source for discounts on Troy, NY Hotels.
www.entertainmentpicks.com /directory/troy/troy-ny.html   (167 words)

  
 Welcome to The City of Troy - Troy's RiverSpark Visitor Center
Troy's RiverSpark Visitor Center is the place to launch any visit to downtown Troy, to the greater Troy area, or to the entire Hudson-Mohawk Heritage Area.
Visitor Center staff will show you where you can visit the plentiful landmarks from that industrial heyday and guide you to Troy's unique shops, excellent restaurants, renowned cultural attractions, and impressive historic architecture.
They will advise you about the numerous events that take place in greater Troy every week.
www.troyvisitorcenter.org   (130 words)

  
 Washington Park Association of Troy, NY
Washington Park Association of Troy, NY Washington Park Association of Troy, NY Welcome to Historic Washington Park of Troy, NY...
Troy's location, at the meeting of the Erie Canal and the Hudson River, made it an industrial center in the late nineteenth century.
Explore this site to find information on the history of Troy's Washington Park neighborhood, home restoration resources, our Washington Park Association classifieds (homes for sale, rentals, restaurants, and other Troy, NY area links), and Troy, NY news.
wpa-troy.org /index.htm   (199 words)

  
 Troy NY Neighborhoods
The City of Troy is geographically narrow but culturally broad, as people can see in its neighborhoods.
Read about Troy's neighborhoods, talk to a neighborhood representative, maybe even ask for a tour.
You, too, could become one of the many residents working together to improve their neighborhoods and preserve and honor the rich history of the City of Troy.
www.troyny.org /neighborhoods.html   (256 words)

  
 Troy, New York Bed and Breakfast - Troy B&B from Pamela Lanier
Troy, New York Bed and Breakfast - Troy B&B from Pamela Lanier
Search our database of Troy B&Bs and you'll find detailed listings, current rates, and special deals for bed and breakfasts in Troy, New York.
Troy, NY Come and enjoy exquisite woodwork and Victorian ambience.
www.lanierbb.com /troy-new-york-bed-breakfast.html   (117 words)

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