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Cranston, once known as Pawtuxet, is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States. With a population of 80,529 at the 2010 census, it is the third largest city in the state. The center of population of Rhode Island is located in Cranston. Cranston is a part of the Providence metropolitan area.
Cranston was named one of the "100 Best Places to Live" in the United States by Money magazine in 2006. It is among the top 25 safest cities in the country, according to CQ Press's research. According to the survey done by 24/7 Wall St website, Cranston ranked 36th on the list of “America’s 50 Best Cities to Live”
The Town of Cranston was created in 1754 from a portion of Providence north of the Pawtuxet River. After losing much of its territory to neighboring towns and the city of Providence, Cranston itself became a city on 10 March 1910.
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Very nice comunity
The community, transportation
There are people my age around here .
Transportation is limited, as is community engagement. Walking is difficult duebto poor upkeep of sidewalks.
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As an older citizen, I find that I, as well as other older neighbors are welcomed in and there is plenty of opportunity for all of us. During the pandemic, I deliver Meals on Wheels and visit so many older neighbors. I also volunteer for RI Responds where there are a variety of middle aged and older volunteers who respect one another due to their interest in the work. I am also a CASA Volunteer and am very interested in helping needy children.