Haverstraw, New York

About Haverstraw

Haverstraw, NY is a close-knit town located in southeastern New York, home to 12,445 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Haverstraw is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.98 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 6,285 residents per square mile.

📰 Haverstraw News Today

• A Witness’s Unsolved Killing Hangs Over a Rockland County Murder Trial New York Focus · Oct 27
• What New Yorkers need to know before heading to the polls WAMC · Oct 28
• Stolen Election Rhetoric From Donald Trump Isn’t New. His Ability to Act on Those Claims Is WTTW News · Oct 29
• Haverstraw mayor talks about downtown apartment project, revitalization Lohud · Oct 7
• Election 2026: Early voting ends on Sunday Troy Record · Oct 31

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What Makes Haverstraw Unique

• The only place in America named Haverstraw — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• Positioned in southeastern New York, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
• Part of the fabric of New York — one of 1,293 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
• Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 12,445.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 4 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Haverstraw

• Harbors Cafe — american (café)

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🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Haverstraw

• Haverstraw Beach State Park reviews ★

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🏫 Schools in Haverstraw

• HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

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