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Burrillville
Harrisville Main St. Harrisville RI 02830
Town Manager Wood Michael
401-568-4300
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Established in 1730, Burrillville was first settled in the mid 1600's by
John Smith, with farming the prominent occupation in early Burrillville.
Utilizing the town's larger waterways, Burrillville became the largest producer
of woolen goods in Rhode Island. Today, the parks, lakes, rivers and scenic
views, as well as the many recreational facilities attract visitors year round.
Central
Falls
580 Broad St. Central Falls RI 02863
Mayor Charles Moreau
401-727-7474
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Established in 1790, Central Falls, at 1 square mile, is the
smallest community in Rhode Island, and one of the most densely populated
cities in the country. The city has a history of industrial development, and
currently has several large manufacturing plants with its economy sustained
primarily by a diversified manufacturing industry. HOURS: 8:30 am - 4 pm
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Cumberland
45 Broad St. Cumberland RI 02864
Mayor McKee Daniel
401-728-2400
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Acquired from Massachusetts in 1747, Cumberland's early
industrial growth centered around the abundant water power of the Blackstone
and Abbott Run Rivers. Today, Cumberland retains its early rural charm and
country atmosphere while maintaining continued industrial and commercial
growth. Manufacturing and retail trade are today's largest income sources.
HOURS: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
Glocester
1145 Putnam Pike Chepachet RI 02814
Council President
Mr. Charles Poirier
401-568-6206
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Established in 1639, Glocester's early industry consisted of
farming, coal mining, lumber manufacturing, potash manufacturing, forging and
cotton seed oil manuracturing. Diverse industries such as cigar making, granite
and marble quarrying, distilling, box making, hat manufacturing and tin
smithing have also had a presence. Glocester was immortalized because of its
picturesque essence by H. P. Lovecraft in his "Selected Letters."
HOURS: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Lincoln
100 Old River Rd. Lincoln RI 02865
Town Administrator
Sue Sheppard
401-333-1100
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Established in 1730, Lincoln's 7 villages were established in
the late 19th century with the introduction of the textile industry.
Manufacturing is the principal source of income today with ewelry, silverware
and primary metals leading the groups. Recent years have shown a trend towards
increased diversification with the advent and growth of new industries, while
acquiring more than 300 acres of open space. HOURS: 9 am - 4:30 pm
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Smithfield
P.O.Box 603 Forestdale RI 02824
Town Administrator Linda Thibault
401-767-2202
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Established in 1730, the town was rural-agrarian in its
beginnings, with most early settlers living and working on farms. Today, the
forest and farmland has been and is presently being redesigned into
residential, industrial, commercial and recreational use. While adopting a
suburban character, the town has not lost its early charm.
Pawtucket
137 Roosevelt Ave. Pawtucket RI 02860
Mayor Doyle James
401-728-0500
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Established in 1671, Pawtucket has the 4th largest city
population in Rhode Island. With a rich history of manufacturing, Birthplace of
the industrial revolution and the country's first working cotton mill,
Pawtucket now has 300 diversified industries with the largest being toys,
jewelry, silverware, metals and textiles. HOURS: 8:30 am - 4 pm.
Smithfield
64 Farnum Pike Esmond RI 02917
Town Manager
William McGarry
401-233-1010
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Established in 1730, Smithfield was extensively settled by the
Quakers and was one of three towns separated from Providence in 1730/31. Today,
Smithfield is a growing community located in the center of the industrial
triangle formed by the cities of Providence, Woonsocket, and Worcester, Mass.
Known as "Apple Country" thanks to numerous apple orchards,
Smithfield also has a solid industrial base which includes several companies
and Bryant College.
Woonsocket,
City of
169 Main St. Woonsocket RI 02895
Mayor Menard Susan
401-762-6400
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Established in 1867, Woonsocket was first settled in the late
17th century, with the early settlers farming the land and utilizing the power
of the Woonsocket Falls. Today, Woonsocket is made up predominantly of
Franco-Americans whose ancestors came from Canada to work in the textile mills.
It is the commercial center for a large area of northern Rhode Island and
south-central Mass., with Route 146 and the Providence and Worcester Railroad,
linking it to the two major centers in the region.
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