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Trenton

The Town of Trenton has always been known as an industrial center and is located along the east side of the East River, north of the Town of New Glasgow. An early name for the area was Smelt Brook. The Town name was eventually changed to Trenton after Trenton, New Jersey, by Harvey Graham in 1882. Trenton was incorporated as a town in 1911.

Raspberry Island

in Island, Terrain Feature

Raspberry Island is a small islet located on the East River, in a stretch of the river that has long been associated with both industry and community life. in the Town of Trenton. Though modest in size, the island reflects the layered geography of the East River corridor, where settlement, industry, and natural features intersect.