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Portland is the largest city in Maine, with a population of more than 68,400 people. It's also the capital city of the state, and serves as the seat of Cumberland County. The Greater Portland metropolitan area currently is home to more than 500,000 residents.

Since its founding in 1632 and its incorporation in 1786, Portland has experienced four devastating fires. This inspired the adoption of a city seal featuring a phoenix rising from the ashes, representing how the city has recovered each time and gone on to thrive. 

In the past, Portland's economy relied heavily on fishing, canneries, and manufacturing. Today, the city has a diversified economy that allows it to continue growing. The service sector and tourism now play major roles in the local economy. 

Different areas of the city offer residents and visitors plenty to do. The Old Port is known as a hotspot for nightlife, while also providing some of the best examples of 19th-century architecture to be found anywhere in the state. Fishing and commercial shipping continue to be major industries, with the Port of Portland serving as the second-largest tonnage seaport in New England.

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Facts about Biddeford, ME

Located in York County, Biddeford is considered a key population center of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford metropolitan statistical area. As of the 2020 census, more than 22,500 people make their homes in the city. 

The University of New England is located in Biddeford. Together with nearby Saco, the city is also home to the resort communities of Fortunes Rocks and the Biddeford Pool. The city is also home to the annual La Kermesse Franco-Americaine Festival. 

Biddeford's history dates back to the early 17th century. It's known as one of the oldest European settlements in what would become the United States. The city also holds the distinction of being the site of Saint Joseph's Church, one of the tallest structures in the state. 

Originally, the area was incorporated as the town of Saco in 1653. That remained the case until 1855, when the city of Biddeford was formally incorporated. The two cities remain in close connection, leading to the nickname of the Twin Cities.