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Introduction to Presque Isle, Maine
Presque Isle, Maine is 235 miles NE of Portland, Maine and 334 miles NE of Boston, Massachusetts. It is in Aroostook County. The population of the city is 9,511.
Presque Isle History
Presque Isle was originally known as Fairbanks. The city was founded by Dennis Fairbanks and was first settled in by Europeans in 1828. It was incorporated on April 4, 1859, when it adopted its current name. The city derived its name from a French term meaning "peninsula." The city became largely dependent on agriculture in the late 19th century. The New Brunswick Railroad first entered the city in 1881. It annexed the town of Maysville in 1883. The Bangor and Aroostook Railroad first arrived in the city in 1895. Presque Isle was reincorporated as a city on January 1, 1940.
Presque Isle and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Presque Isle
While in Presque Isle, one can visit the Bicentennial Park, Aroostook State Park, Peace Park, Veterans Memorial Park and Aroostook State Park. The Arnold Brook Lake Recreation Area is also a popular tourist destination. One can also visit the Northern Maine Museum of Science or the Nylander Museum while in Preaque Isle as well. Golfers can enjoy a round at the Presque Isle Country Club.
Presque Isle Transportation
Northern Maine Regional Airport at Presque Isle is the nearest airport.
Presque Isle Higher Education
The University of Maine at Presque Isle and Northern Maine Technical College are located in the city.
Presque Isle strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Maine):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 7% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
Comparing Presque Isle to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Maine (State):
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