When the township was originally formed, it was much larger that it is today. The Quarter Session Docket of Northampton County shows that Abraham Smith was appointed constable of Chestnuthill Township on that date. This 1763 date is the first time that written documentation appears regarding the township. Unfortunately, the chestnut trees were killed off during the Chestnut Blight in the early 1900s.Īlthough European settlers had been calling the area that is now Chestnuthill Township home for many years prior to the French and Indian War, the date given as the creation of Chestnuthill Township is September 20, 1763.Īt the time of the township’s formation, the name Prospect Hill was also considered. Many long-time residents of the township know that the large hill one summits when driving into McIlhaney along Route 115 is known as Chestnut Hill. There is also a second phase planned to add restrooms and more parking.Part 3 of a series of articles commemorating the 175th anniversary of Monroe CountyĬhestnuthill Township, located in the western portion of Monroe County, was named for its once-abundant chestnut trees, which lined many roadsides and dotted the rolling countryside of the area. The hope is to have the park open in the fall as long as the weather cooperates. In many cases, the dogs are kids, especially to the seniors,” Bernie Kozen, the executive director of the West End Park and Open Space Commission. “Everything you read that’s the number one request in municipalities is to have a dog park. “I think it’s going to be great for the people to socialize together, get a chance to sit on the bench and talk and watch the dogs play,” Robert Engle of Chestnuthill Township said. Dog owners who came up to check on the construction are excited and not just for their furry friends. The park will have three sections, one for big dogs, one for small dogs, and one section that will be in reserve so they can rotate the wear and tear on the grass. Thanks to $230,000 in grants, the first phase of the three-acre park, including excavation, stormwater control, and fencing, is almost done. A survey among homeowners found a dog park was near the top of their list. CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) - Dog owners in one part of the Poconos will soon have a new place to let their pets run.Ĭonstruction of a new dog park is underway at the West End Regional Park in Chestnuthill Township.
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