Belmont, North Carolina is in Gaston County, west of uptown Charlotte, and east of Gastonia. Initially known as Garibaldi Station, in 1883 the city was renamed Belmont in honor of August Belmont, a prominent New York banker. Settlement in the area began around the Fort at the Point, built in the 1750s to protect against hostilities with the Cherokee.
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Founded by the Benedictine monks of Belmont Abbey in 1876, Belmont Abbey College is a private liberal arts Roman Catholic college in Belmont, North Carolina. Its admissions policies, academic and athletic programs are outlined, along with tuition data, photographs, video, and campus services.
http://www.belmontabbeycollege.edu/
The BHA provides permanent housing for low- and moderate-income families through two income-based housing programs, including the public housing program and the USDA rural development program. A staff directory, calendar of events, and additional housing resources are defined.
http://www.bhanc.org/
BMS is a campus of Gaston County Schools, serving Belmont, North Carolina public school students in grades six, seven and eight. A school calendar, schedule and agenda are put forward, along with its dress code, policy information, and faculty listing.
http://www.gaston.k12.nc.us/schools/belmontmiddle/
City of Belmont, North Carolina
The city’s official web site features an introduction to the city council, its departments and services, including council agendas, minutes and contacts for its administrative and municipal offices. A history of the town, announcements, and information for starting a business in Belmont are posted.
http://www.cityofbelmont.org/
Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a business membership organization comprised of businesses and professional people, headquartered in Belmont, North Carolina, but covering an area that includes Belmont, Cramerton, Lowell, MCadenville, Mount Holly, and Stanley. Membership policies, benefits, upcoming events, and a membership directory are featured.
http://www.montcrossareachamber.com/
