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Community rallies around Narragansett woman recently diagnosed with ALSby ABBEY BUTTACAVOLI (WJAR) — A Narragansett woman is getting help from her community and church congregation just months after being diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis After dealing with some neurological issues for a couple of years Rebekah Lloyd received news this year that no one ever wants to hear: a diagnosis of ALS "We were floored when we found out," Lloyd told NBC 10 News a rarer form of the neurological condition which accounts for fewer than 10% of all ALS cases the ALS Clinic Director at Brown University Health said about 50 to 60 people in the state of Rhode Island have been diagnosed with ALS "It is a disease that unfortunately is a degenerative disease such that the motor nerves become more and more dysfunctional such that the muscles become dysfunctional and people usually manifest as a progressive weakness," LaBarbera said Lloyd has had to make several adjustments to her life as a result of the diagnosis I was always able to do everything," Lloyd said The time came for Lloyd to tell her friends at the Peace Dale Congregational Church and the congregation put their full support behind Lloyd in this new journey The church is now helping Lloyd gather donations to purchase a device to help her speak when ALS takes away her ability to speak on her own The community is raising money for a $15,000 device that will help her communicate with others when she loses the ability to talk “With the help of journalists and some congregation members we realized this was something we could help her with," said the Rev Fred Evenson with the Peace Dale Congregational Church but she says it can’t touch her mind and her spirit “The love and support that has come from everyone at the church has been overwhelming and that has been my silver lining," Lloyd said If you’d like to donate to help purchase the communication device for Lloyd you can make a check to the Peace Dale Congregational Church in Wakefield Checks can be sent to: Peace Dale Congregational Church write "For Rebekah's ALS Fund" Nearly 7 inches of rain was recorded in Washington County as a storm system stalled just south of New England, producing clusters of storms, according to Globe meteorologist Ken Mahan Mahan said the rain would “lighten up” toward evening The National Weather Service said Thursday that its station at T.F Green International Airport recorded 1.86 inches of rainfall smashing the daily record of 1.08 inches of rain set in 1971 The low-pressure system hanging just south of the state for over 24 hours brought a persistent easterly flow of weather to coastal communities rain gauges tipped at 6.86 inches of rainfall in the Wakefield-Peacedale area said Wednesday’s rainfall created a “gigantic surge of water” along the banks of the Saugatucket River Flooding in the Wakefield-Peacedale area of South Kingstown closed Saugautucket and Kersey roads and submerged cars in the old River Bend Athletic Club parking lot at 316 Columbia St according to McCusker who surveyed the watershed early Thursday “Things are calming down a bit,” McCusker said “The river was pretty low before the rainfall I follow the herring migration in the spring and the low water levels pushed the fish back Flooding in Wakefield-Peacedale.Video courtesy of Friends of Saugatucket pic.twitter.com/DGNtbMUwT8 More than 5 inches of rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday led to flooding along the Saugautucket River in Wakefield-Peacedale. #rhodeislandweather 📲: Friends of the Saugatucket pic.twitter.com/7BwduK33TC as North Central Airport in Smithfield recorded 3.64 inches where there was major flooding in December and January is forecast to crest at 10.6 feet (moderate flood stage) while the Pawcatuck and Wood rivers in the southern part of the state are not expected to rise beyond a minor flood stage The state Department of Environmental Management said several shellfish areas along the state’s southern coast have been closed due to the deluge of rainfall in Washington County Prior monitoring indicated that bacteria levels exceeded safe shellfishing standards in salt ponds following more than 3 inches of rain in 24 hours These areas are close to shellfish harvest and are rescheduled to open at noon on May 23 “Stormwater flow after excess rain runoff can convey bacterial contaminants to RI’s coastal salt ponds prompting the shellfish closure,” DEM said “Previous water quality observations indicate that the bacteria levels in the salt ponds will return to normal safe background levels within the above-mentioned seven-day closure period.” Carlos Muñoz can be reached at carlos.munoz@globe.com. 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Home Delivery Gift Subscriptions Log In Manage My Account Customer Service Delivery Issues Feedback News Tips Help & FAQs Staff List Advertise Newsletters View the ePaper Order Back Issues News in Education Search the Archives Privacy Policy Terms of Service Terms of Purchase Work at Boston Globe Media Internship Program Co-op Program Do Not Sell My Personal Information Flooding in Wakefield-Peacedale.Video courtesy of Friends of Saugatucket pic.twitter.com/DGNtbMUwT8 More than 5 inches of rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday led to flooding along the Saugautucket River in Wakefield-Peacedale. #rhodeislandweather 📲: Friends of the Saugatucket pic.twitter.com/7BwduK33TC If sitting on the beaches of Narragansett left you sunburnt then jump one town over to take a walk down the vibrant streets of Wakefield in South Kingstown – and maybe grab some sunscreen while you’re there An unexpected city vibe in the middle of the picturesque scapes of South County Wakefield is the perfect urban adventure for all things shopping small businesses and community gathering spots of Wakefield’s Main Street BREAKFAST – Pancakes and eggs, anyone? Visit Phil’s Main Street Grille for all things breakfast (and lunch) including everything from French toast to huevos rancheros. If you can’t be seated on Phil’s rooftop, then check out Meldgie’s Rivers Edge for a classic small-town diner vibe that’s been a longtime favorite amongst locals APPETIZERS – Check out Duck Press for a unique and hipster-inspired experience craft cocktails and an open-concept dining room Order the confit duck leg served with pancetta Pair the small plates with seasonal mules and specialty martinis PUB FARE – For American comfort food classics like burgers, fries and everything-but-the-kitchen-sink types of salads, visit Tavern on Main and Mews Tavern If you’ve just turned onto Main Street then Tavern on Main is going to be your first stop for a cocktail and appetizer of lamb lollipops or lobster-stuffed mushrooms Keep walking to the end of the street for the mouth-watering fun that is Mews Tavern Enjoy an offering of more than sixty-nine beers on tap with three different places to sit Head to the “dollar bar” to partake in a time-honored tradition for guests of the tavern: placing a customized dollar bill on the walls of the bar get sipping and get to stepping because this tour of Main Street has just begun ASIAN-FUSION – Luk Thai Cuisine is a great spot for authentic Thai meals that satiate any craving. Try the red curry lunch combo to receive jasmine rice and red curry, chicken ginger soup and a choice of a fried wonton, spring roll or crab roll. For Thai and other Asian cuisine, visit Sa-Tang for classics like chicken satay fried rice and the chef’s choice: tamarind duck PIZZA – From the pavements of New York City to the cobblestone corners of Wakefield, visit NY Pizza of RI for a slice of Manhattan This pizzeria serves classic thin-sliced pizzas that are perfect to grab and go or munch on while walking through the rest of Main Street DESSERT – The last stop on your food tour of Main Street should definitely be Brickley’s homemade ice cream A summer favorite amongst locals and vacationers this stand typically has a line wrapped around the corner because of the shop’s decadent handmade ice cream flavors ANTIQUES – When walking down Main Street, there’s no way you can miss the Purple Cow Co. a bright purple wooden storefront with quirky antiques lining every window JEWELRY – MarMar Boutique is a small independent jewelry store run by “MarMar” herself The boutique showcases the work of other artists metalsmiths and jewelry makers and sells finely crafted pieces that range from graphic T-shirts to handmade diamond earrings Grab everything from a therapeutic massage to a fresh manicure at this elegant salon PERFORMING ARTS – The Contemporary Theater Company is a non-profit theater that produces a wide variety of shows including scripted and improvised work all year-round you just might see Shakespeare being enacted on the theater’s performance patio FUN – Visit the Glass Station to add the perfect touch to your home; a glass sculpture handmade by the craftsman at this impressive gallery you might get asked to peek in the workroom where the art of glass blowing and sculpting is actively brought to life MUST VISIT – If you’re looking to spend the day on Main Street, there’s no better way to do it than at Caf Bar for a “Rhody latte” (a cold brew made with a double shot of espresso, hazelnut, coffee syrup and your milk of choice) and Rarities book store these businesses make the perfect place to kick up your feet and relax According to a statistical analysis from SmartAsset.com a company that helps prospective home buyers make informed decisions Tiverton is among the most affordable places to live in Rhode Island the villages of Cumberland Hill and Valley Falls Greenville in Smithfield and Kingston in South Kingstown Pawtucket and Wakefield-Peacedale in South Kingstown Only cities and towns with a population over 5,000 were considered “Specifically, we found the total cost over five years of these four expenses — closing costs, taxes, insurance and mortgage payments — for the average home in every county in the U.S., and every city with a population greater than 5,000,” SmartAsset said in its breakdown “We then took that five-year cost as a proportion of median household income in each county and city to determine affordability.” Hardy Cognac shares a similar heritage pedigree with Spiribam's existing brands a key feature of the company's growth philosophy A force behind today's developing ultra-premium rum category Spiribam looks forward to adding a brand with a well-established legacy within the Cognac category They will carry Hardy's full line with a focus on VSOP "We're thrilled to welcome Hardy Cognac to Spiribam," says Benjamin Jones "Hardy is a beautiful brand with an impeccable reputation We're excited to enter a new phase of our business as we expand into different spirit categories."  5th generation and International Brand Ambassador is grateful to her previous partners in the U.S and feels the brand is ready for a step forward "It's exciting to see the shared corporate values between Hardy and Spiribam as well as our established distribution networks," says Bénédicte "It's an honor to develop our business together as Rum and Cognac are both elite brown spirits." Bénédicte will continue to support her brand in the U.S. looking forward to Spiribam's sales and marketing support Her passion for her family's business is undoubtable and she will focus efforts on the limited edition and anniversary ranges Spiribam is also excited to work with Sales & Marketing Director Philippe Perbost and Brand Manager Julie Barthelemy to develop Hardy's U.S This content was issued through the press release distribution service at Newswire.com SOUTH KINGSTOWN — Main Street is a busy commercial center that draws shoppers from the entire area it transforms from strip malls and big-box stores into homespun Quiet streets with Victorian houses and smaller cottages can be found just off the village center section of Main Street not to mention the Atlantic Ocean and the University of Rhode Island campus Wakefield’s business district includes fast-food restaurants and large chain stores in the section closest to Route 1 while smaller businesses and offices are clustered in the village center near many of Wakefield’s oldest surviving houses and businesses Many of these local businesses get a decided economic boost from summer residents and tourists like many other neighborhoods in Rhode Island according to the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission the Narragansett tribe inhabited most of what is now South Kingstown a saw mill and a carding mill were built along the banks of the Saugatucket River in the early 18{+t}{+h} century the commission’s survey report on South Kingstown said known as the Narragansett Planters,” evolved in the 18{+t}{+h} century these plantations thrived until “about the time of the Revolution.” while the Hazard family turned a neighboring South Kingstown village banks and stores were opening in Wakefield which became “a relatively large settlement by the mid-19{+t}{+h} century,” the commission report added served Peace Dale and Wakefield while shuttling passengers and freight between Kingston Station and fashionable Narragansett Pier.” “a large new residential area in Wakefield was created south of Main Street and many houses were erected in the village in the late 19th century,” the report said and Rocky Brook into a continuous and relatively large settlement The combined population of 3,285 in 1895 was more than half of the town’s total population.” was built in 1891 in the heart of Wakefield village and the society later purchased the Temperance Hall and moved it to Columbia Street A wide range of real estate is available in the Wakefield area and a modest carriage house at 34 Broad Rock Rd. built in 1880 as part of the estate of Rowland Hazard including condominiums such as Wakefield Meadows on Hampton Way Developer Jay Gilbert said five of the nine lots in the first phase of the Stone Soup project have been sold and he plans to build a home for his own family there Seventeen one-acre house lots were approved as part of the flexible-design project and more than half of the 50 acres at the farm will be preserved as open space The original farmhouse on the property was sold to a new owner who is restoring it 2020 — University of Rhode Island officials today celebrated the completion of Brookside Hall 203,000-square-foot residence hall that features a cafe open to the entire community apartment units with full kitchens and living rooms and landscaped sitting areas around a restored White Horn Brook And just outside the residence hall’s front door students have safe bike path access to Wakefield Peace Dale and Narragansett thanks to the URI Bike Path Spur which opened in November and connects to the William C “We celebrate the opening of a residence hall that substantially builds on our efforts to create dynamic neighborhoods on our Kingston Campus and gives students access to the latest technology functional and comfortable living and learning spaces and our first dining facility within a residence hall,” said President David M he cut a ceremonial ribbon with Vice President for Student Affairs Kathy Collins The ceremonies marked the official opening of the first new residence hall at URI since Hillside Hall “We know that students who are engaged in campus activities feel connected to each other and those who take advantage of our outstanding facilities do better academically We expect this outstanding new residence hall to have a positive effect on all of these critical areas for student development and University community building,” Dooley said Brookside is designed for juniors and seniors who want to live on campus the majority of which are four- and six-bedroom units Each individual bedroom is fully furnished with a full-size Each unit has a full kitchen with dining table dishwasher and sink and a furnished living room with a couch Central heating and air conditioning can be controlled in each apartment Twelve apartment units comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act “Brookside Hall is the latest step in our efforts to build a more robust and vital residential community,” Collins said “The beautiful interior spaces are filled with natural light and provide students with wonderful views of our campus including our newly refurbished Meade Stadium You can almost sense the excitement of future football game days and intramural championships as hundreds of parents and students walk through the area with music blasting from the stadium and our new 48-seat Brookside Bistro and 120-seat function room will be available to the community for conferences and other events.” The Brookside Bistro is the first URI Dining Services facility designed as an integral part of a University residence hall Students and community members will be able to sit and relax with friends while eating breakfast and they’ll be able to grab items as they head off to classes or activities who moved into Brookside in January at the start of the semester are raving about the apartments and the individual rooms “We designed the apartment units to be conducive to student interaction and community living while also giving residents the ability to have private quiet space in their own rooms,” Minor said “They can also prepare food in their own kitchens or have the convenient option of eating delicious and nutritious meals prepared by Dining Services staff in the Brookside Bistro senior landscape architecture major and also president of URI’s Community Leadership Board “Brookside Hall is a place where we can enjoy a quick bite in our new cafe with friends or go to study in comfortable lounges with great views Students are very happy with their new home “One student said he likes that Brookside is energy efficient and it has a nice view of the sunset from the South Wing Another said he likes that it makes him feel like he is in a hotel,” Cocozza said The $94 million project has been financed with revenue bonds supported by a combination of Department of Housing and Residential Life revenues (95 %) for the building and associated amenities and University general revenues (5 %) for site and infrastructure work The project architect is Sasaki Associates Mass and the general contractor is Bacon Construction Co. Copyright © 2025 University of Rhode Island | University of Rhode Island URI is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of affirmative action — One of the most recent additions to Main Street in Wakefield is a newly built comfort station for travelers on the South County Bike Path it was designed to look like a historic train depot The building is right next to the bike path which is on an old railroad path and cuts across Main Street near the new Bank RI branch at 290 Main St It's one of the many Main-Street-USA things about Wakefield a neighborhood that includes the town's commercial center and a section with a rural flavor surrounding picturesque Silver Lake The University of Rhode Island and the town's famous beaches are a short drive away Wakefield was first developed as a small mill village a saw mill and a carding mill were built along the banks of the Saugatucket River in the early 18th century which became a fairly large settlement by the mid-1800s Although there is a bigger historical mill complex in nearby Peace Dale Wakefield also has its own restored historical mill building Another change may be coming to Wakefield this fall with the expected sale of the former Larchwood Inn at 521 Main St president of South County Sand and Gravel Co. lives next door at the historical William Davis Miller House 1920 manor house and estate at 571 Main St The two properties sit on roughly 11 acres on the western edge of the Main Street commercial district Fiore is also the current president of the Rhode Island Builders Association a business that operates the Scallop Shell Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Kingstown Road in Peace Dale has an agreement to buy the former Larchwood Inn It plans to raze the historical inn and build a new Alzheimer's disease care facility on the 3.3-acre site The Larchwood Inn was built in 1831 as a private residence by Wakefield Mill owner James Robinson It was converted to an inn in 1926 and was operated as such until 2005 was forced to close because of the costly fire code improvements required by new regulations imposed after the Station nightclub fire are appealing the Planning Board's approval of a master plan for the site and their appeal will be heard May 27 by the Zoning Board A proposal to build 36 condominiums at the William Davis Miller House site That appeal hearing was planned for Wednesday night The proposal includes new construction and dividing the Miller House into four units There were 27 homes listed for sale in Wakefield last week ranging in price from the low $200,000s to nearly $2 million the name of a house built in 1900 on 10 acres at 600 Main St. the 5,126-square-foot house overlooks 50 acres of conservation land After snowing through Saturday night and into Sunday morning, snow totals are beginning to come in through the National Weather Service. The NWS had expected 1 to 4 inches of snow for the most of the region, with smallest amounts near the coast. Here's how much snow Rhode Island cities and towns have seen so far: SOUTH KINGSTOWN — Near the Peace Dale mill complex, the tall, bright-yellow painted Welcome House at North and Kingstown roads is one of the most notable buildings in the historic village. Built in 1840, the Welcome House, at 8 North Rd., looks at first glance like a large private home surrounded by a landscaped yard and well-tended garden. But it is the headquarters of a nonprofit group formed in 1989 to help homeless people. Welcome House operates a 17-bed emergency shelter at the property, along with a soup kitchen. The organization also provides transitional and permanent housing services, and it owns five multifamily properties in the area, according to executive director Joseph Dziebek. Along with volunteers from the Peace Dale Congregational Church, Welcome House also operates the Peace Dale Winter Shelter from Nov. 1 to March 31 in three classrooms at the church. Peace Dale is also home to another social-services group, the Jonnycake Center. The nonprofit group, founded by four local women in 1973, uses proceeds from its used clothing and furniture shops on Kingstown Road (Route 108) to run a food pantry and a school-vacation meal program. The organization also provides holiday meals to families in need, and delivers a week's worth of groceries to 60 homebound seniors every month.  The Jonnycake Center's donation center is behind another popular meeting place, the Sweet Cakes cafe and bakery. The center's storefronts are near the historic mills that gave Peace Dale its name.  Peace Dale was established by the Hazard family, which owned a woolen mill, the Peace Dale Manufacturing Co., in the early 19th century. The Hazards were among the first European settlers in South Kingstown, according to a report by the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission. The family was the "largest and most powerful of the Narragansett Planters," a slave-owning "aristocracy of stock farmers and dairy men," the report said. Rowland Hazard bought the local mills in the early 1800s. He named the village in honor of his wife, Mary Peace Hazard. Their sons, Rowland Gibson Hazard and Isaac Peace Hazard, took over operations at the mill in the early 1820s. Rowland Gibson Hazard was also "a vigorous anti-slavery fighter," while Isaac "was instrumental in the founding of Butler Hospital in Providence," the commission report said. The Hazard family operated the former Peace Dale Manufacturing Co. until 1918. Today, the Peace Dale mill buildings, later known as the Palisades mill complex, are still used by a variety of businesses. In 2011, the 13.5-acre complex was sold for $6.5 million. In addition to the stone mill buildings, the Hazards' architectural legacy in Peace Dale includes include the Neighborhood Guild at 325 Columbia St., a gift from Augusta C. Hazard in 1908, the public library at 1057 Kingstown Rd., built by the sons of Rowland Hazard II in his honor, and the Peace Dale Office Building at 105 Kingstown Rd. The office building originally housed the mill's company store, post office and housing for workers. The Village Green, a playground and park next to the Neighborhood Guild, is an inviting space to enjoy the outdoors. The neighborhood's elementary school is located on nearby Kersey Road, and the original Peace Dale schoolhouse is now a custom furniture/design/antiques/vintage restoration business, Painted Karma, run by a young couple, Duran and Kristy Searles. They said they moved here from New York after coming to Rhode Island for a friend's wedding in Jamestown. Tiny Peace Dale is situated between Wakefield and the historic village of Kingston and the University of Rhode Island's main campus. Many of South County's beloved beaches are also close by. The Saugatucket River runs through Peace Dale, along with the South County Bike Path, formally known as the William C. O'Neill Bike Path.  The path follows the easement of the former Narragansett Pier Railroad, passing through Peace Dale, Wakefield and Narragansett. There were just five houses listed for sale in Peace Dale last week, ranging in price from $80,000 to $269,900. Population: (South Kingstown, 2010) 30,639 Median house price: (South Kingstown, 2015) $305,000 Mary Grace Yemma, 101, passed away on February 24, 2025. She was the wife of the late Raymond Yemma and the daughter of the late Gaetano and Pasqualina (Mastrostefano) Faella. Born in Providence, she grew up in Wakefield, RI attending Peace Dale Elementary School and graduating from South Kingstown High School in 1941. She was an accomplished sewer, making most of the clothes she wore, even sewing several suit coats for Ray, and dresses for her granddaughters. She was a great cook, putting together meals, especially lasagna, and cooking Thanksgiving dinners for a crowd. And, could she ever bake a pie.... of any kind! Whenever she and Ray took to the dance floor, all eyes were on them. She always said she wanted to live to be 100; not only did she get that, but an extra year to boot!  Besides her husband, she leaves four children: Dennis, his wife, Jule, Sibby, Cynthia, her husband, Bud, and John, his wife, Lillian; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves one brother, Antonio (Tony) Faella, and his wife, Betty. She was the sister of the late, Sue Carlile, Marie Baton, Connie Nocito, Ann Caswell, Anna Perry, Louise Chappell, Sylvio Faella, and Vincent (Jack) Faella. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, March 3, 2025 at 11AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church in Wakefield. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery on George Schaeffer Street in Peace Dale. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Home Health and Hospice Care of Nursing Placement, 334 East Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860. There are no events scheduled. You can still show your support by planting a tree in memory of Mary Grace Yemma. Tribute Archive Three adults and a juvenile were arrested on sexual assault charges State troopers said the suspects were charged with first-degree sexual assault a complaint was filed by a woman who allegedly said she was sexually and physically assaulted while she was incapacitated at a home in Wakefield on March 1 Police said she was made aware of the incident after the suspects allegedly sent her video clips All three suspects were arraigned by a justice of the peace and held without bail at the ACI pending a re-arraignment on Monday State police said the juvenile was sent to the Rhode Island Training School and will appear in Family Court on Monday The Businessweek article lists a number of assets that place Bristol on top outdoor activities and thriving local businesses Last year, Businessweek chose Bristol as the runner up to the winning town of Wakefield/Peacedale. Be sure to check out Patch contributor Christy Nadalin's amusing article regarding Bristol's second place status in 2011 Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. These ten Rhode Island towns have the best main streets giving a unique insight into the culture and personality of each town Mainstreet highlights all these virtues with its charming walkways using natural wonder to create a positive experience for residents and visitors Westerly is a proud town with an impressive history a veritable mansion that exemplifies colonial architectural work it preserves history to provide visitors with a unique experience The shops and dining options line the main section that looks out to the beach enticing visitors to engage in nature and nourishment Charlestown is a small but mighty part of Rhode Island with local boutiques and non-chain eateries like the Matunuck Oyster Bar it hosts a theater by the sea each year and features play that call on history and current local talent you can visit the All South County Luxury Cinemas to escape a rainy day Southern Kingstown is unique in its quiet presence despite its population of around 30,000 people while the Waterdog Kitchen + Bar shows the culinary style of Warren A trip to Imagine Gift Store makes a nice outing with Market Street Pub and La Piñata Mexican Grill + Bar rounding out a trip with food it has everything from US classics like The Square Peg eatery to originals like Burrs Hill Park including colonial and traditional architecture it provides ample opportunity to explore the outdoors and return to the main street with an appetite Visitors can find great options at Clementine’s Homemade Ice Cream or Wild Harvest Breads and Cafe sitting back and embracing the quintessential Rhode Island experience The main street incorporates impressive shops and boutique options paralleling the pride it shows in history and culture With landmarks like the Arborium and Blithwold Mansion its eastern location provides unique access to Narragansett Bay It's a major tourist attraction for its beautiful views and high-quality amenities Its historical value is clear through the mansions that scatter the town These reminisce of 1800s wealth through the Gilded Age designs Its position on Aquidneck Island gives a beautiful perspective to the bay while also showing a vast coastline that makes any sunset idyllic it features many attractions for tourists along the main street particularly for fine dining and high-end shopping The Barn Restaurant makes a perfect breakfast spot before heading off to the Whitehead Preserve at Dundery Brook A quaint town positioned in the southeast corner of Rhode Island its population comes to approximately 4,000 the charm comes through with its rural access to Rhode Island and pristine parks make it a special part of the ecosystem It does feature many beaches and an Atlantic view The main street showcases this with attractions like Peckham’s Greenhouse allowing visitors to return to a calmer time and enjoy time and nature at its purest these ten towns' main streets can have any Rhode Island visitor engaged these towns represent some of the best of what the state has to offer photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com