The Malted Barley’s Recipe for Success
As someone who grew up in Westerly, my personal reflections on the growth of the town tend to boil down to the times I had before [...]
A Pandemic Success Story: Young Buns Doughnuts
This year has been hard on businesses, both nationally and locally, and especially for the restaurant industry. With so many closing their doors temporarily or [...]
Diamonds are Forever at Nigrelli’s Jewelry
Nigrelli's was founded in 1947 by Joseph Nigrelli Sr., fresh out of his service in the Air Force. Originally operating out of his mother's home [...]
Choosing a Consciously Curated Life with Cahill & Company
With so many catastrophes appearing in the news, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unable to make a meaningful impact as just one person. Global [...]
See Southern Rhode Island’s Coast from the Air with Heliblock Tours
You haven't seen the coast of southern Rhode Island until you've seen it from the sky. Trust me, I experienced it. I recently took a [...]
Malted Barley – Craft Beer & Gourmet Pretzels
Be sure to check the Malted Barley's Facebook page for all of their COVID guidelines There’s nothing quite like walking into a bar and feeling [...]
Bogue’s Alley: A Neighborly Place to Be
One of the things that makes the Westerly-Pawcatuck area attractive to locals and visitors is the friendliness of its many shopkeepers. Situated on the Pawcatuck [...]
Shop Small, Shop Local: A Gift Guide for Downtown Westerly
The holidays are upon us! While the holiday season is certainly full of magic and joy, it can also be a source of stress, especially [...]
The Washington Trust Company: Two Centuries of Service in Westerly – Part 2
Read Part 1 first! Several other men would hold the role of president of Washington Bank before Charles Perry Sr.’s nomination in 1881. Jeremiah Thurston [...]
The Perfect Girls Day in Westerly
It might be a bit chilly outside, but there's still plenty of fun to be had in Westerly, so grab your best girlfriends and make [...]
Dutch’s: Plant-Based Deliciousness!
Raspberry Fudge, Biscoff Boston Cream, Strawberry Shortcake cupcakes - oh my! When I casually cruised by a little corner store spot last month near my [...]
Westerly Meat Packing Unpacks the History of Soupy
Everyone in Westerly has their favorite things, whether it’s a secret spot at the beach, a certain menu item at a downtown restaurant, or a [...]