Cranston, Rhode Island was established in 1754 and incorporated as a city in 1910. Located in Providence County, Cranston was originally known as Pawtuxet, and was created from a portion of Providence north of the Pawtuxet River. After ceding much of its territory to Providence and other neighboring towns, Cranston became a city in 1910.
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Organized in 1892 by Swedish settlers, the Cranston, Rhode Island congregation's history, church staff, and programs are outlined, including its Sunday School, youth group, and other ministries.
http://www.bethanyri.org/
The city's official web site features an overview of the city, along with a municipal calendar, city code book, and an alphabetical listing of city departments, as well as its boards and commissions. Property owners may pay taxes online..
http://www.cranstonri.com/
The Chamber is a membership organization comprised of businesses and professional people in the Cranston, Rhode Island area. Membership information, member benefits, and a member directory are featured, along with Chamber news, a calendar of events, and community links.
http://www.cranstonchamber.com/
The Cranston Historical Society is a membership organization charged with collecting, researching and displaying historical documents and artifacts relating to local and statewide history, supporting educational programs, and maintaining the Sprague Mansion and the Joy Homestead, which are described and shown in photographs.
http://www.cranstonhistoricalsociety.org/
The municipal law enforcement agency for the City of Cranston, Rhode Island is highlighted, along with a message from the Police Chief, legal updates, and an overview of its homeland security role, patrol, detective and records divisions, and a department directory.
http://www.cranstonpolice.com/
Provides information about borrowing books, using library computers, job links, catalog search, events and exhibits, and reference desk for the Cranston Public Library.
http://cranstonlibrary.org/
Temple Sinai is a Reform Jewish Congregation in Cranston, Rhode Island. A calendar of services, programs and upcoming events is posted, along with an overview of its worship and study programs, notices, and contacts.
http://templesinairi.org/
