The town of New Castle in Westchester County, New York, is one of the most sought after areas of residence in the entire nation and has been home to many famous (and infamous) people throughout history.  Famous names that pop include bill and Hillary Clinton, with an address on Old House Lane.  However, even more important, the top-of-the-line school system is revered, and the upscale homes and quaint country roads are attractive to many.

The town is, by far, one of the wealthiest in New York, with a median family income of nearly $175,000.  The largest homes are found in Chappaqua and Millwood, and the growth in these areas has turned New Castle into a booming suburban neighborhood.

The area was originally settled by Quakers and Anglicans, with the Quakers building the Meeting House in 1753.  It remains the oldest building in New Castle and is still used by the Quakers as a place of worship.  The establishment of the railroad meant the infusion of wealthy folks from New York City, who would be able to commute to and from the City and live in New Castle.  Horace Greeley, a newspaper editor, was one of these, thus the establishment of the Horace Greeley High School, as well as South Greeley Avenue.