Not to rain on your parade of fun facts here but just to point out the disclaimer, which is why you note 'omissions and minutia from my personal view'. I've always found it to be an informative, interesting site. Although my daughters were not allowed to use it for any research in any college class.


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As far as where I live......

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exeter,_Rhode_Island

Its a quick read. Not much to write about it. My town has the least population but the greatest amount of land.... ahhhhh, the boonies! Our claim to fame is Mercy Brown, vampire. She is mentioned in the book Dracula and is buried apx 4 miles from my house.
If you ever make it to Exeter I would recomend stopping by 'The Middle of No Where Diner' for breakfast. It's served all day and is the best you'll ever have!!!! On weekends the line is out the door!

Thanks PF. Fun thread!