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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 Saco, ME

Located in York County, Saco is home to more than 20,300 people. It's considered the twin city to Biddeford, and is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. 

The city's origins were as part of a land grant provided by the Plymouth Company in 1630. The grant, provided to Richard Bonython and Thomas Lewis, provided the boundaries for the new town. First settled, it was dubbed Winter Harbor, a name that it would retain for a number of years. 

From 1636 to 1653, the fledgling town served as the seat of government for the area. A reorganization in 1653 under the auspices of the Massachusetts General Court provided the name of Saco. In time, Biddeford would become a separate entity, leading to the two municipalities being referred to as twins. 

Today, Saco is home to a number of businesses that provide jobs, as well as attractions that bring tourists to the area. The Ferry Beach State Park, along with Splashtown USA, the Old Orchard Beach, and Camp Ellis Beach and Pier, bring in tourists while providing recreation for residents. Two of the more prominent employers outside the tourist industry include General Dynamics Armament Systems and the Thornton Academy.