Portland

Portland is a city in Maine with a population of over 66,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. It is the largest city in the state and is located in Cumberland County.

According to Britannica, Portland became a town in 1786 and is named for the Isle of Portland in England. It was also the capital of the state until 1831.

Some of the attractions in Portland include the Portland Museum of Art, Portland Head Light, Bug Light, the Wadsworth-Longfellow House and the Old Port. It is also home to the University of Southern Maine campus and the University of New England.

You'll also find a variety of one-of-a-kind restaurants, breweries, shops and more.

The minor league baseball team Portland Sea Dogs make Hadlock Field their home.

Weather-US.com reports that the coldest month in Portland is January and the warmest is in July.

Portland, Maine, Quick Facts

Elevation: 62′
Population: 66,215
Zipcode: 04019, 04050, 04101, 04102, 04103, 04108, 04109
Area Code: 207

3 Restaurants That Closed in Maine I Miss So Much and Want Back

For a while there it felt like every time I woke up I'd be greeted with yet another restaurant closure announcement. It was sad, but there was a reason according to mainepublic. Here's 3 of (in my opinion) the hardest ones to let go of.

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Portland, Maine Recognized as One of the Best Small Cities by CNN

CNN Travel ranked Portland as the 4th best small city in America, citing its culinary scene, beauty, outdoor access as the primary factors.

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This Amazing Waterfall is Just Outside Maine's Largest City

Starting in Portland, Maine, and ending in Falmouth, Maine, is one of the most beautiful trails with a waterfall!

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Flashback to 1980s Portland, Maine Dining: Great Food, Low Prices

The Portland Public Library has a fantastic archive of Portland menus. Who remembers these places and those amazing prices?

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Here’s Where NOT to Park in Portland, Maine

Ah, the Old Port—for years, home to cobblestone streets, great food, and, apparently still some of the worst parking jobs in the state.

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Alton Brown Says The Best Oyster Bar in America is in Maine

Through his own personal and professional travels, celebrity chef Alton Brown says there is not better oyster bar in America than his favorite in Maine

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3 Best Vintage Clothing Shops in Portland, Maine

This is a relatively new hobby that I've been infatuated with ever since I discovered the vintage scene in Portland, Maine. There's this cute shop on the corner of State street that I've always admired and recently finally found my way into. Here's 3 more really cute, authentic vintage clothing shops.

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These 3 Pizza Places in Maine Are Open Late Night for a Slice

Regular restaurants will typically close by 11p.m. and the last call for every bar is 12:45 a.m. Knowing where the late night food spots are is crucial to your night so here's 3 of the best ones that I know in the area.

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Who Else Misses Bill's Pizza in Portland’s Old Port in Maine?

You know what's so interesting? I put this exact status up on our Q97.9's Facebook thinking that so many people were going to comment on how much they miss getting a sloppy, late night slice at Bill's Pizza in Portland. I think I was wrong?

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This Maine Town is Underrated for 6 Really Good Reasons

Here's a good question, why does everybody give Biddeford such a bad rep? Truthfully, I think it's the next up and coming city considering all the new additions its' added in the past few years. Let me lay them all out for you.

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Would You Pay a Small Deposit to Use a Grocery Cart in Maine?

With the new grocery store Aldi coming to Portland, Maine, they do something no other grocery store in Maine does.

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Portland, Maine's Best Hotels: TripAdvisor's Top-Rated Stay

Looking to stay in one of Portland's swanky, luxurious hotels? Here are the top-rated spots, according to TripAdvisor's latest rankings

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8 Convenient Drop-Off Compost Locations in Portland, Maine

The city of Portland is aiming to reduce the amount of food they waste by managing food scraps from our kitchens and composting them for FREE. Here are all the locations you can drop your own scraps off at.

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We Asked AI to Reimagine Places in Maine and it Got Weird

Ever wondered what Maine would look like if reality took a bizarre, AI-generated turn? Well, buckle up, because here are some hilariously reimagined versions of iconic Maine places.

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Portland, Maine’s Must-Visit Bars: Wine Enthusiast’s Top 10

Wine Enthusiast checked in with many local industry experts to help put together a list of Portland's best bars.

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Maine Home to One of the Best Restaurants, Andrew Zimmern Says

Celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern has many favorites in Portland, Maine, but believes one specific restaurant is in a class of its own

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