Whitesboro is a historic village in Oneida County, New York. The population was 3,943 at the 2000 census. The village is named after an Hugh White, an early settler. Major attractions include Village Park and golf courses. Among the companies in Whitesboro are Grossman's Bargain Outlet and Wonder Bread. Famous persons from Whitesboro include Robert Esche, a professional ice hockey goalie, and Josh Haggas, a former Major League baseball player with the New York Mets.