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1. www.newbrightonpa.org › historyHISTORY - New Brighton PA

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   The citizenry soon popularized the name to New Brighton, and as such, the new town was incorporated by an Act of Assembly in 1838. New Brighton saw early prosperity with the opening of the Pennsylvania Canal in 1834.

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2. www.nbhistory.org › historyHistory of New Brighton, PA - New Brighton Historical Society

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   To overcome this, the bridge builders decided to lay out a new town on the east side of the Big Beaver Creek (Beaver River) to be called East Brighton. The citizenry soon popularized the name New Brighton, and as such the new town was incorporated.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › New_Brighton,_PennsylvaniaNew Brighton, Pennsylvania - Wikipedia

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   New Brighton is a borough in north-central Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States, located along the Beaver River 28 miles (45 km) northwest of Pittsburgh. The population was 5,729 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

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5. www.timesonline.com › story › lifestyleEarly New Brighton was served by faith, continues to be today

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   Sep 26, 2017 · The Beaver Division Canal, opened in 1834, was the main reason for the explosive growth of New Brighton. The previously unnavigable Beaver River became a major artery for commerce, and...

6. www.nbhistory.orgNew Brighton Historical Society

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   Read about New Brighton’s founding story and prominent moments throughout our town’s history. Learn more →

7. www.timesonline.com › story › lifestyleFame and fortune - Beaver County Times

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   Apr 2, 2019 · The newer town took on the name East Brighton for a time, before finally becoming known as New Brighton. In 1838, New Brighton was incorporated as a borough.

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   Where is New Brighton Pennsylvania?

   • Location in Beaver County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. New Brighton is a borough in north-central Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States, located along the Beaver River 28 miles (45 km) northwest of Pittsburgh. The population was 5,729 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

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   When was New Brighton incorporated?

   • The citizenry soon popularized the name to New Brighton, and as such, the new town was incorporated by an Act of Assembly in 1838. New Brighton saw early prosperity with the opening of the Pennsylvania Canal in 1834.

   HISTORY - New Brighton PA

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   What is New Brighton known for?

   • Incorporated in 1838, the Borough has established a rich heritage over the years. For over 150 years, New Brighton has been a home for all generations. In addition to the available online text history below, the New Brighton Historical Society has a wealth of historical information available to interested citizens.

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   How did Brighton get its name?

   • In 1815, a plan of lots was laid out by two English engineers, the Constable brothers. For their work, they were granted the privilege of naming this new town, which they called Brighton, after their old home in England.

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   Where can I find information about the New Brighton Historical Society?

   • Additional information about the New Brighton Historical Society, including a contact section, is available online at www.nbhistory.org. The Borough of New Brighton is located on the East Bank of the Beaver River, about two miles from its junction with the Ohio River. New Brighton’s early settlers were of English and Western European stock.

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   When was the National Bank of New Brighton founded?

   • The National Bank of New Brighton was organized in 1884. It succeeded the National Bank of Beaver County, and for years, it was the only National Bank in Beaver County. Beaver Trust Company, Union National, Beaver County Building and Loan, New Brighton Building and Loan, and Home Protective Savings and Loan were all located here at one time.

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9. www.timesonline.com › story › lifestyleNew Brighton was 'hub of the Underground Railroad'

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   Jun 8, 2019 · Nine structures were part of the Underground Railroad in New Brighton, places of safe harbor for runaway slaves from the South seeking asylum in Canada. Here are the known stops. Descriptions...