Westerly, Rhode Island
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Westerly is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island, settled by English colonists in 1661 and incorporated in 1669. The Pawcatuck River defines its western and northern borders, and it features several coastal salt ponds. Historically, Westerly was known for its granite mining industry, which operated until the 1950s.
Statistics
Area
74.80 km²
Population
23,359