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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 Sanford, ME

Found along the Mousam River, Sanford is located in York County. Known as the seventh-largest municipality in the state, Sanford is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. The current population is more than 21,900 residents. 

While incorporated as a town in years past, it was not until 2012 that residents voted to incorporate Sanford as a city. This included shifting from a town hall style of government, and going with a mayor/council/city manager format. The changes took place on the first day of 2013. 

Fishing and textiles played major roles in Sanford's growth. This began to change in the early 1950's when an outside entity purchased Sanford Mills, then a major employer. Shortly after the acquisition, jobs were shifted to other areas, and the plants closed. An aggressive campaign to entice other employers to the city helped offset the losses. More recently, the service industry, fishing, and recreational activities have helped the city to again enjoy modest growth.