When people think of New York, the Big Apple is often the first thing that comes to mind. With its incredible landmarks and world-renowned restaurants, New York City is a charm but the rest of the state has wonderful offerings for local residents, as well. Those looking to open a Great American Cookies franchise may wish to look to the great state of New York to find a one-of-a-kind place to settle down and start a life. Floral Park Located on Long Island, Floral Park earned the SafeWise distinction as being the safest city in New York in 2011. With a population of about 15,863 as of the 2010 census, Floral Park is a small and community-minded city that offers numerous programs to help children learn responsibility and stay away from destructive behavior. Floral Park is adjacent to Queens and there is convenient rail service to Jamaica and Manhattan. Franchisees may opt to open a store location in one of the larger cities nearby and take the short commute while raising a family or simply enjoying suburban life in Floral Park. White Plains White Plains is located in Westchester County, which is an affluent suburban center just north of New York City. White Plains had a population of 56,853 as of the 2010 census. White Plains has a rich history, having been home to the Mohican tribe and having been the setting for the Battle of White Plains during the Revolutionary War. The many historical locations in White Plains are points of interest for history lovers throughout the country and the world. White Plains has a unique educational system that allows parents to choose which of the city’s five elementary schools and two middle schools that children will attend based on factors other than location, which can be highly desirable for those raising a family. Rochester With a population of 210,565 at the time of the 2010 census, Rochester is one of the most populous cities in New York. Rochester is located in western New York and is known as being an international center for higher education with schools such as the University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology. Rochester was named by Forbes magazine as the best place to raise a family in 2010. Rochester has a comparatively low cost of living and unemployment rate. For entertainment, Rochester area residents can visit the downtown area known as the East End District and stop into some of the many restaurants, nightclubs, and coffee shops in the area. Rochester hosts many cultural festivals throughout the year, including the Rochester International Film Festival, The Irish Festival, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Party in the Park, and the Cold Rush Winter Celebration.

1. Places to Live and Work in New York
Great American Cookies in New York

2. The Empire State of Cookies
1. Floral Park
2. White Plains
3. Rochester

3. #1 Floral Park

4. Located on Long Island, Floral Park earned the SafeWise distinction as being
the safest city in New York in 2011. With a population of about 15,863 as of
the 2010 census, Floral Park is a small and community-minded city that
offers numerous programs to help children learn responsibility and stay
away from destructive behavior. Floral Park is adjacent to Queens and there
is convenient rail service to Jamaica and Manhattan. Franchisees may opt
to open a store location in one of the larger cities nearby and take the short
commute while raising a family or simply enjoying suburban life in Floral
Park.

5. #2 White Plains

6. White Plains is located in Westchester County, which is
an affluent suburban center just north of New York
City. White Plains had a population of 56,853 as of the
2010 census. White Plains has a rich history, having
been home to the Mohican tribe and having been the
setting for the Battle of White Plains during the
Revolutionary War. The many historical locations in
White Plains are points of interest for history lovers
throughout the country and the world. White Plains
has a unique educational system that allows parents to
choose which of the city’s five elementary schools and
two middle schools that children will attend based on
factors other than location, which can be highly
desirable for those raising a family.

7. #3 Rochester

8. With a population of 210,565 at the time of the 2010 census,
Rochester is one of the most populous cities in New York.
Rochester is located in western New York and is known as being an
international center for higher education with schools such as the
University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology.
Rochester was named by Forbes magazine as the best place to
raise a family in 2010. Rochester has a comparatively low cost of
living and unemployment rate. For entertainment, Rochester area
residents can visit the downtown area known as the East End
District and stop into some of the many restaurants, nightclubs,
and coffee shops in the area. Rochester hosts many cultural
festivals throughout the year, including the Rochester International
Film Festival, The Irish Festival, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Party in
the Park, and the Cold Rush Winter Celebration.

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