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Amity, Maine

Amity is a town in Aroostook County, eastern Maine, United States, near the Canada–United States border. The population was 253 at the 2020 census.

History
Amity was first settled in 1826, and incorporated as a town on March 19, 1836, from township T10 R1 WELS. According to some, the town was named for the 1794 Treaty of “Amity, Commerce, and Navigation between England and the United States,” which aimed to end the boundary dispute between Maine and New Brunswick.

In 1839, after the so-called "Aroostook War" ended with the signing of the Webster–Ashburton Treaty and gave Maine the town, whose ownership had been disputed, surveyors placed a monument in Monument Brook on the Canada–United States border. It served the dual purpose of commemorating the ending of the Aroostook War, and marking Monument Brook, the northernmost source of the Chiputneticook Lakes. The monument still stands today, but lies in a swamp. No roads lead to it and it is accessible only when on foot. An earlier monument, also to mark the northernmost source of the lakes, had consisted of a wooden post with the location engraved on it.

Amity has one building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Reed School in North Amity. It has stood for many years, and formerly served not only as a school but as the center of the community, and hosted a singing school, debates, and plays.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.72 sqmi, all land. The town is bordered on the north by the township of Cary, on the south by the town of Orient, on the west by the unorganized territory of South Aroostook, and on the east by the parishes of North Lake, New Brunswick and Richmond, New Brunswick.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 238 people, 102 households, and 65 families living in the town. The population density was 5.7 PD/sqmi. There were 162 housing units at an average density of 3.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 99.2% White, 0.4% Native American, and 0.4% from two or more races.

There were 102 households, of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.3% were non-families. 27.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.71.

The median age in the town was 45.9 years. 19.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.1% were from 25 to 44; 39.6% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 52.5% male and 47.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 199 people, 77 households, and 62 families living in the town. The population density was 4.7 people per square mile (1.8/km$2$). There were 122 housing units at an average density of 2.9 per square mile (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 98.99% White, 0.50% African American, and 0.50% from two or more races.

There were 77 households, out of which 32.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.7% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 1.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 32.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,667, and the median income for a family was $26,667. Males had a median income of $26,458 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,484. About 13.3% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those sixty five or over.

Notable people

 * Samantha Smith, childhood ambassador and peace activist (born in Houlton)
 * Thayne Ormsby, man convicted in the triple murder of two men and a child in 2010 (born in Ellsworth)

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Ashland, Maine

Ashland is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,202 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 81.54 sqmi, of which 80.41 sqmi is land and 1.13 sqmi is water. Around Ashland are the smaller towns and townships of Masardis, Oxbow Plantation, Portage, Nashville Plantation, and Garfield Plantation. Most soils in the area have stony silt loam texture and show classic podzol profile development.

History
For thousands of years, Native American tribes inhabited this region.

In the 1830s William Dalton became the first Euro-American to establish residency at the site of the future town. The community was organized as a plantation in 1840, at which time there were 40 heads of household listed. It was incorporated as a town in 1862, under the name of Ashland. From 1869 to 1876 the town was renamed "Dalton," but then reverted to its historic and current name. The town grew geographically in size when Sheridan Plantation, which had been organized in 1878 to the north of Ashland, was annexed by Ashland in 1901 to form its present boundaries.

The town of Ashland was located on the nineteenth-century stage route from Patten to Fort Kent. In the nineteenth-century logging was the main industry. The lumber industry was at a peak about 1915, although some continues to the present.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 1,302 people, 603 households and 355 families living in the town. The population density was 16.2 /sqmi. There were 733 housing units at an average density of 9.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.6% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 603 households, of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.1% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.74.

The median age in the town was 45.2 years. 19.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 29.3% were from 45 to 64; and 20.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 50.8% male and 49.2% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 1,474 people, 629 households and 398 families living in the town. The population density was 18.3 per square mile (7.1/km$2$). There were 760 housing units at an average density of 9.4 per square mile (3.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 98.78% White, 0.88% Native American, 0.20% Asian and 0.14% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.07% of the population.

There were 629 households, of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.6% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.90.

23.7% of the population were under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

The median household income was $33,472 and the median family income was $40,185. Males had a median income of $32,768 and females $21,027. The per capita income was $15,328. About 6.1% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.4% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The town was served by Ashland Community High School for grades 7–12 and the Ashland Central School for grades K–6. In 2010 construction was completed and the new consolidated Ashland District School, next to the former high school, was opened for grades K–12. The building that housed Ashland Community High School for nearly 50 years was demolished that year to make way for new athletic fields.

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Bancroft, Maine

Bancroft is a township in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 57 at the 2020 census. On July 1, 2015 the town voted to deorganize and become part of the unorganized territory of South Aroostook.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 40.99 sqmi, of which 40.43 sqmi is land and 0.56 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 68 people, 34 households, and 20 families living in the town. The population density was 1.7 PD/sqmi. There were 94 housing units at an average density of 2.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of the population.

There were 34 households, of which 8.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.2% were non-families. 41.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the town was 55 years. 16.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 10.3% were from 25 to 44; 32.4% were from 45 to 64; and 35.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 61 people, 24 households, and 16 families living in the town. The population density was 1.5 PD/sqmi. There were 82 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 24 households, out of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.8% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the town the population was spread out, with 37.7% under the age of 18, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $16,250, and the median income for a family was $21,250. Males had a median income of $17,500 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $9,760. There were 8.3% of families and 17.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 33.3% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Blaine, Maine

Blaine is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 667 at the 2020 census. It was known as Alva prior to incorporation in 1874, when it was renamed in honor of James G. Blaine, then Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. According to local history, Blaine offered to donate a large bell for the tower of the town's new meeting hall, if the citizens would rename the town after him. The town's name was changed, but Blaine never donated a bell. The building still stands on the north end of town, on Route 1.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 18.65 sqmi, of which 18.60 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 726 people, 299 households, and 217 families living in the town. The population density was 39.0 PD/sqmi. There were 360 housing units at an average density of 19.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.7% White, 1.5% Native American, 0.8% Asian, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 299 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.4% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the town was 43.9 years. 20.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.8% were from 25 to 44; 30.6% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 806 people, 313 households, and 234 families living in the town. The population density was 43.6 PD/sqmi. There were 340 housing units at an average density of 18.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.27% White, 0.37% African American, 0.99% Native American, 0.12% from other races, and 1.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.25% of the population.

There were 313 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.2% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 20.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,693, and the median income for a family was $33,056. Males had a median income of $25,333 versus $20,078 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,980. About 7.5% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.9% of those under age 18 and 16.8% of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Blaine, Maine mainly went for John McCain in the 2008 USA presidential election and in 2009, the town's voters backed a referendum against same-sex marriage.

Notable person

 * Ben Bubar, temperance activist and Prohibition Party member

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Bridgewater, Maine

Bridgewater is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 532 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.97 sqmi, of which 38.80 sqmi is land and 0.17 sqmi is water.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Bridgewater has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 610 people, 263 households, and 175 families living in the town. The population density was 15.7 PD/sqmi. There were 326 housing units at an average density of 8.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.7% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 263 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.5% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.90.

The median age in the town was 46.7 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.7% were from 25 to 44; 32.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 612 people, 248 households, and 173 families living in the town. The population density was 15.8 PD/sqmi. There were 316 housing units at an average density of 8.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.04% White, 0.49% Native American, 0.65% from other races, and 0.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

There were 248 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.2% were non-families. 25.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $27,679, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $24,167 versus $21,190 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,534. About 12.7% of families and 17.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.7% of those under age 18 and 16.5% of those age 65 or over.

History and settlement
In 1820 the State of Maine was officially separated from Massachusetts, and at that time the name Bridgewater was applied to the Township. The area north of Bangor had been previously divided into 6 mile square townships, and in 1803 the future Bridgewater Township was subdivided into two 3 mile x 6 mile areas, each designated a "grant" area to fund public academies in Portland and Bridgewater, respectively. The town of Bridgewater was incorporated on March 2, 1858.

Notable people

 * Jim Gerritsen, organic potato farmer and anti-GMO activist
 * Frank M. Hume, commanding officer of the 103rd Infantry, 26th Division during World War I
 * Amber E. Robinson (1867-1961), teacher, poet, reporter, and social reformer
 * Gerald Evan Williams, World War II Air Force officer

Sites of interest

 * Bridgewater Town Hall and Jail

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Caribou, Maine

Caribou is the second largest city in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. Its population was 7,396 at the 2020 census. The city is a service center for the agricultural and tourism industries, and the location of a National Weather Service Forecast Office.

History
Lumbermen and trappers first set up camps in the area in the 1810s. The first settlers came to what is now Caribou in the 1820s. Between 1838 and 1840, the undeclared Aroostook War flared between the United States and Canada, and the Battle of Caribou occurred in December 1838. The dispute over the international boundary delayed settlement of the area until after the signing of the Webster-Ashburton Treaty in 1842. With peace restored, European settlers arrived in gradually-increasing numbers beginning in 1843. From Eaton Plantation and part of half-township H, Caribou was incorporated in 1859 as the town of Lyndon on April 5. In 1869, it annexed Eaton, Sheridan and Forestville plantations. On February 26 of that year its name was changed to Caribou, only to revert to Lyndon on March 9. On February 8, 1877, Caribou was finally confirmed as the town's permanent name. Two enduring mysteries are the reason for the original name of Lyndon, and the reasons for the town's name being subsequently changed back and forth between Lyndon and Caribou. Caribou was the "jumping off" point for a large influx of settlers who immigrated directly from Sweden in 1870–1871, and settled the nearby "Swedish colony." The small town grew throughout the late 19th century, and with the coming of the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad in the 1890s, agricultural exports exploded. This began a boom period which lasted well into the 1960s. Caribou became the largest potato shipping hub in the world, and had many related industries.

Nearby to the northeast, Loring Air Force Base opened in the early 1950s near Limestone, with bomber and tanker aircraft of the Strategic Air Command. It provided a major economic boost to the area, with construction starting in 1947 on "Limestone Army Air Field." Caribou was incorporated as a city in 1967 on February 23, but the area's boom period leveled off in the 1970s as a result of difficulties in its traditional potato industry. That, along with closure of the base in 1994, contributed to a decline in population in the 1980s and 1990s.

In September 1984, Caribou was the lift-off location of the first successful solo balloon crossing of the Atlantic Ocean by Colonel Joseph Kittinger. This flight is memorialized at the Rosie O'Grady Balloon of Peace Park one mile (1.6 km) south of the city on Main Street. This site includes a large replica of Kittinger's balloon.

The Caribou Public Library is a Carnegie library. Designed in the Romanesque Revival style by local architect Schuyler C. Page, it was built in 1911–1912 with a $10,000 grant.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 80.10 sqmi, of which 79.26 sqmi is land and 0.84 sqmi is water. Caribou is located on the northern bend of the Aroostook River before it heads southeast to join the Saint John River just east of Fort Fairfield, Maine.

Caribou is located in the geographical center of Aroostook County, at an elevation of 449 ft above sea level. The county is readily accessible by two major highways; Interstate 95 from the south and the Trans-Canada Highway (New Brunswick Route 2) from the north and east. In sparsely populated Aroostook County, Caribou is at the hub of spokes serving the area via U.S. 1 and Maine State routes 89, 161, 164, 205 and 228. In 2013, a bypass was completed just outside the urban limits.

Caribou has a municipal airport, with full east–west and north–south runways. It is primarily used for corporate, hobby, and Civil Air Patrol usage. Presque Isle International Airport in Presque Isle serves as the primary hub for air service. Daily flights are scheduled to and from northern Maine on United Airlines with connections to Newark Liberty International Airport.

Seaports are also close by in coastal Maine, New Brunswick, and Quebec. The closest deep-water port is Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec, 120 mi north of Caribou, on the St. Lawrence River.

The Eastern Maine Railroad serves Caribou and Aroostook County, also connecting Maine, Vermont and the Canadian provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick and providing a direct rail link between northern Maine; Saint John, New Brunswick; and Montreal, Quebec. Given the city's economic and cultural ties with the Canadian provinces of Quebec and New Brunswick, cross-border partnerships and relationships are often a common facet in many businesses.

Climate
Caribou has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), with very cold, snowy winters, and mild to warm summers, and is located in USDA hardiness zone 4b/4a. The monthly daily average temperature ranges from 11.7 °F in January to 66.7 °F in July. On average, there are 38 nights annually that drop to 0 °F or below, and 91 days where the temperature stays below freezing, including 69 days from December through February. Although 1991–2020 averaged 2 days annually with highs at or above 90 °F, more than 35 percent of all years on record have not seen such temperatures. Extreme temperatures range from −41 °F on February 1, 1955, up to 96 °F as recently as June 19, 2024. June 19, 2024 saw a heat index of 103°F during a heat wave that hit the Midwest and New England.

Precipitation is substantial year-round, with a slight summer maximum, and with fall being wetter than spring. On average, the driest month is February, and the wettest month is July.

The average first freeze of the season occurs on September 23, and the last May 15, resulting in a freeze-free season of 130 days; the corresponding dates for measurable snowfall, i.e. at least 0.1 in, are October 23 and April 25. The average annual snowfall for Caribou is approximately 118.2 in, while snowfall has ranged from 68.5 in in 1961–1962 to 196.5 in in 2007−2008; the record snowiest month was December 1972 with 59.9 in, while the most snow in one calendar day was 28.6 in on March 14, 1984. Measurable snowfalls typically occur from early November to early April. A snow depth of at least 10 in is on average seen 78 days per winter, including 63 days from January to March, when the snow pack is typically most reliable.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,189 people, 3,559 households, and 2,206 families residing in the city. The population density was 103.3 PD/sqmi. There were 3,914 housing units at an average density of 49.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.0% African American, 1.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race were 0.01% of the population.

There were 3,559 households, of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.0% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the city was 44 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.2% were from 25 to 44; 29.3% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,312 people, 3,517 households, and 2,324 families residing in the city. The population density was 104.8 PD/sqmi. There were 3,858 housing units at an average density of 48.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.22% White, 0.01% African American, 1.48% Native American, 0.91% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 0.08% from other races, and 0.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race were 0.46% of the population.

There were 3,517 households, out of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.9% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city 22.5% of the population was under the age of 18, 6.6% was from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% was 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,485, and the median income for a family was $38,378. Males had a median income of $29,202 versus $20,737 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,061. About 8.4% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under age 18 and 11.9% of those age 65 or over.

Public safety
Caribou's Public Safety is served on a full-time basis by the Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department, and the Caribou Police Department.

Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department is a combination full-time, paid call and volunteer fire department. Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department apparatuses include First Out Engine 1, two pumper tankers (Tanker 2 and Tanker 4), Ladder 3, Rescue 6, Utility Pickup 7, Incident Command 5, one snowmobile, one ATV (used by both police and fire), five ambulances, two fixed-wing aircraft (courtesy of FreshAir, Inc).

Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department is staffed by 15 Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedics, one Full-Time Chief and approximately 30 Paid Call / Volunteer Firefighter/EMT/Paramedics. Full-Time personnel work a 24 hours on and 48 off schedule. Each shift is covered by one Captain and four firefighter/paramedics.

Services provided are fire prevention, suppression, medical emergency response, Critical Care Air and Ground transfers, Local and Long Distant transfers from one health care facility to another, high angle and low angle rescues, HAZ-MAT, vehicle extrication, and health education.

Education

 * Caribou Community School – Prekindergarten through 8th grade.
 * Caribou High School
 * Loring Job Corps, a federal vocational and technical school located four miles northeast of Caribou at the Loring Commerce Center.

Industry
In Caribou and throughout Aroostook County, the two major agricultural crops are potatoes at one point peas and broccoli. Area farmers annually plant approximately 60,000 acre of potatoes. The chief varieties are Russet Burbank, Superior, Shepody and Atlantic. Aroostook County is renowned for its round white potatoes. The potato crop is used for seed, table stock, and processed potato products. Aroostook County is the largest grower of broccoli on the East Coast.

Other important agricultural crops grown in Caribou include blueberries, hay, oats, and alternative crops on a smaller scale. Cattle and dairy farming are a growing segment of the agricultural landscape. The high volume of activity results in the growth of related agri-business. Farm implement sales and services and the development of several area processing plants are examples of the influence agriculture has on the local economy.

Other employers include light manufacturers, information technology companies, and the woods products industry. The Loring Commerce Center is located four miles from Caribou and has several major employers, including the Maine Military Authority (100 employees) which restores military and municipal heavy equipment, the Defense Finance Accounting Service (600 employees) which handles accounting and payroll for the armed services, and Job Corps (200 employees). Caribou is also, along with neighboring Presque Isle, one of the service hubs for central Aroostook County.

Media
Caribou is served by WAGM-TV, a CBS affiliate located in Presque Isle, which is the only full-power commercial television station north of Bangor. Residents of Caribou receive the Maine Public Broadcasting Network, a PBS affiliate, over WMEM-TV, as well as the CBC from Canada. Most residents subscribe to Dish Network, DIRECTV or Spectrum. The city is also home to two radio stations: WCXU 97.7 FM, and WFST 600 AM, a Christian station. In addition, listeners can receive other radio stations in northern Maine, Western New Brunswick and Eastern Quebec. They include CJEM 92.7 FM, CIKX 93.5 FM, CBAL-FM-5 94.3 FM, WQHR 96.1 FM, WBPW 96.9 FM, CBAM 99.5 FM, CBAF 100.3 FM, CFAI-1 101.1 FM, WOZI 101.9 FM, CBZC 103.3 FM, CFAI-1 105.1 FM, WMEM 106.1 FM, CIBM 107.1 FM and WEGP 1390 AM. Home delivery of the daily newspaper out of Bangor, the Bangor Daily News, is also available.

Arts and culture
The Caribou Performing Arts Center draws acts and shows from all over the United States and Canada. Caribou also has a music program centered around the Caribou Music Department. Music education has been a vital part of the education system in Caribou for years.

Caribou is also home to Echoes magazine, a quarterly publication about rural culture and heritage focused primarily on northern Maine. It recently marked its 20th anniversary, and is read throughout the United States. In addition, the Caribou Choral Society has performed concerts in Aroostook County for the last 35 years, and consists of performers from throughout the northern Maine/western New Brunswick region.

Recreation
Caribou has over a dozen cross-country ski trails with varied scenery and terrain within a one-hour drive of the city. It has two municipal cross-country ski venues; one within the urban limits which has lights for night skiing as well as a visitors' center, and a lengthier venue two miles (3 km) outside the urban limits. Both are consistently well-groomed for skate and classical skiing, and accept donations for usage. The Maine Winter Sports Center is headquartered in Caribou. It is the premier outdoor sports organization in the state. MWSC is active in Caribou's recreational life during all four seasons and sponsors numerous events, including a Ski Dash, Youth Ski Festival, and the Caribou Mile road race. Aroostook County is widely known by sports enthusiasts for its well-groomed extensive snowmobile trail system; Caribou maintains 170 mi of Aroostook County's 1600 mi snowmobile trail system. A major tourist destination for snowmobile enthusiasts throughout the country, who take advantage of the more than 1600 mi of groomed snowmobile trails, which have been rated the third best in the nation. Snowmobilers can venture out every day, choose a variety of routes and with the number of loop trails never cross the same trail twice. Many county communities are located on the Canada–US border, making international travel by snowmobile convenient. Running through the heart of Aroostook County is the Northeast Snowmobile Trail (NEST), and International Snowmobile Trail System linking Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and the Province of Quebec.

In 2008, the city finished construction on a large, multi-use recreation, wellness, and community center, which was attached to the existing recreation center. This project is designed to also include a large indoor swimming pool and a fitness center. The construction is being completed in phases.

Other recreational options include a nine-hole golf course, multi-use hiking/biking/ATV trails, a four screen movie theater, a frisbee golf course, a roller skating rink, Spud Speedway (the area's only race track), a bowling alley, The Maine Dance Academy, and several excellent parks. Goughan's Berry Farm includes miniature golf, a petting zoo, a carousel, ice cream, and a corn maze in the fall. The community completed construction of a new outdoor tennis complex in 2009, to complement the existing courts at Teague Park.

Sites of interest

 * Caribou Historical Society & Museum
 * Caribou Performing Arts Center
 * Nylander Museum – Northern Maine's Natural History Museum
 * Gray Memorial United Methodist Church and Parsonage
 * McElwain House

Notable people

 * Donald Collins, four-term state senator
 * Patricia M. Collins, two-term mayor of Caribou and civic leader
 * Samuel Collins, State Senator and Supreme Judicial Court Justice
 * Susan Collins, U.S. senator
 * Peter Edgecomb, Maine state senator
 * Roland Gammon, writer
 * Timothy Guerrette, state legislator
 * Wallace Hardison, Union Oil co-founder
 * Leo Kieffer, mayor of Caribou, Maine state senator
 * Paryse Martin, artist
 * Jessica Meir, NASA astronaut
 * Florence Collins Porter, suffragist, clubwoman, Republican campaigner
 * Max Whittier, California oil mogul

title: Caribou, Maine


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Cary, Maine

Cary is an unorganized township and former plantation in Aroostook County, Maine, United States, and is part of the unorganized territory of South Aroostook, Maine. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 218.

History
Cary was settled in 1824. It was organized as Plantation Number 11, Range 1 on June 30, 1859; this organization was made official by the legislature on February 21, 1878. It was organized as Cary Plantation on January 27, 1883; this organization was made official by the legislature on March 5, 1895.

In July 2015, Cary Plantation residents began a plan to deorganize and become residents of the Maine Unorganized Territory. However, in March 2016, the Maine Legislature rejected the plantation's application, citing the financial burden deorganization would add to the remaining municipalities in Aroostook County.

On October 3, 2017, residents again voted to deorganize, this time by a vote of 85 to 6, citing their rapidly increasing tax burden. The state legislature accepted their second deorganization proposal with an act that became law on April 21, 2018. On November 6, 2018, Cary residents voted to confirm the plantation's deorganization by a vote of 105 to 4. Cary became part of Maine's Unorganized Territory on July 1, 2019.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 48.6 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 217 people, 90 households, and 66 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.4 PD/sqmi. There were 126 housing units at an average density of 6.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.77% White, 0.46% African American, 1.84% Native American and 0.92% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.38% of the population.

There were 90 households, out of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.6% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.75.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.8% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 30.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $29,500, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $26,563 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,172. About 9.1% of families and 14.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.0% of those under the age of 18 and 17.5% of those 65 or over.

title: Cary, Maine


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Castle Hill, Maine

Castle Hill is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 373 people at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 36.15 sqmi, of which 35.69 sqmi is land and 0.46 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 425 people, 181 households, and 127 families living in the town. The population density was 11.9 PD/sqmi. There were 211 housing units at an average density of 5.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.6% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 181 households, of which 23.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.9% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.8% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the town was 48.4 years. 16.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.4% were from 25 to 44; 37.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 454 people, 182 households, and 133 families living in the town. The population density was 12.7 PD/sqmi. There were 207 housing units at an average density of 5.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.92% White, 1.98% Native American, 0.22% Asian, and 0.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 182 households, out of which 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 25.8% from 25 to 44, 32.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,071, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $30,313 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,645. About 8.1% of families and 11.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.3% of those under age 18 and 21.9% of those age 65 or over.

title: Castle Hill, Maine


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Caswell, Maine

Caswell is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 293 at the 2020 census.

History
The town was first organized on April 14, 1879, as Pleasant Ridge Plantation, and was later incorporated as Caswell on July 16, 1986. It has suffered a large decline in population since its peak, partly due to the closure of a saw mill that existed in town, as well as the closure of the nearby Loring Air Force Base in 1994.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.56 sqmi, of which 41.30 sqmi is land and 0.26 sqmi is water.

Adjacent municipalities

 * Hamlin (north)
 * Grand Falls, New Brunswick (east)
 * Drummond Parish, New Brunswick (southeast)
 * Limestone (south)
 * Connor (west)

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 306 people, 134 households, and 91 families living in the town. The population density was 7.4 PD/sqmi. There were 176 housing units at an average density of 4.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.4% White, 0.3% African American, 2.6% Native American, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3% of the population.

There were 134 households, of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 11.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.1% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.68.

The median age in the town was 45.3 years. 22.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 24.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 326 people, 135 households, and 100 families living in the town. The population density was 7.9 PD/sqmi. There were 160 housing units at an average density of 3.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.71% White, 0.92% African American, 1.84% Native American, 1.53% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.15% of the population.

There were 135 households, out of which 25.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.9% were non-families. 19.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 28.8% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.5 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $20,625, and the median income for a family was $23,000. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $21,406 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,118. About 16.3% of families and 19.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.9% of those under age 18 and 38.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Bernard Ayotte, state representative

title: Caswell, Maine


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Chapman, Maine

Chapman is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 491 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.82 sqmi, of which 38.40 sqmi is land and 0.42 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 468 people, 194 households, and 139 families living in the town. The population density was 12.2 PD/sqmi. There were 213 housing units at an average density of 5.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.9% White, 0.6% Native American, and 0.4% from two or more races.

There were 194 households, of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.4% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.78.

The median age in the town was 42.4 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.7% were from 25 to 44; 31.1% were from 45 to 64; and 13.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 465 people, 177 households, and 144 families living in the town. The population density was 12.1 PD/sqmi. There were 189 housing units at an average density of 4.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.99% White, 0.22% African American, 2.15% Native American, and 0.65% from two or more races.

There were 177 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.6% were non-families. 15.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $43,542. Males had a median income of $28,375 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,008. About 5.0% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 11.3% of those age 65 or over.

title: Chapman, Maine


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Crystal, Maine

Crystal is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 248 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.43 sqmi, of which 40.40 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

It is bordered by Sherman to the south, Island Falls to the east, Hersey to the north and Patten in Penobscot County to the west.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 269 people, 115 households, and 84 families living in the town. The population density was 6.7 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 3.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.9% White, 0.4% Native American, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 115 households, of which 23.5% had children under the age of 18 living therein, 66.1% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.0% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the town was 51.8 years. 17.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 34.9% were from 45 to 64; and 23% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 285 people, 112 households, and 89 families living in the town. The 2000 population density was 7.1 people per square mile (2.7/km$2$). There were 134 housing units at an average density of 3.3 per square mile (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 112 households, of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living therein, 68.8% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.5% were non-families. 15.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the town was 42 years in 2000. 22.8% of residents were under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 28.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females, there were 102.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,472, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $30,417 versus $19,063 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,338. About 6.0% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.3% of those age 65 or older.

Notable people

 * Henry L. Joy, state legislator
 * Marion L. Longstaff, state legislator

title: Crystal, Maine


text:
Cyr Plantation, Maine

Cyr Plantation (French: Plantation Cyr) is a plantation in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 78 at the 2020 census.

History
Early settlers moved to what would become Cyr Plantation in the mid-1800s, then known as Township Letter L. Around that time, a road was built between the Aroostook River and Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Canada (which today stretches between Caribou, Maine, and Hamlin, Maine). Many early inhabitants obtained grants to lots near the road and Hammond Brook to farm the land. The plantation was formally organized on March 12, 1870, and named after the many Cyrs in the area, including Andre Cyr and his father Christoper, the first Cyrs in Cyr Plantation.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the plantation has a total area of 99.3 km2, all land.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 117 people in 42 households, including 33 families, on the plantation. The population density was 3.0 people per square mile (1.2/km$2$). There were 51 housing units at an average density of 1.3 per square mile (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the plantation was 94.02% white, and 5.98% from two or more races. Of the 42 households, 45.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 16.7% of households were one person, and 9.5% were one person 65 or older. The average household size was 2.79, and the average family size was 3.15.

The age distribution was 30.8% under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median household income was $32,500 and the median family income was $31,429. Males had a median income of $23,333 versus $21,563 for females. The per capita income for the plantation was $10,836. There were 12.5% of families and 9.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 5.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Cyr Plantation, Maine


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Dyer Brook, Maine

Dyer Brook is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 215 at the 2020 census. Dyer Brook is also host to the local school, Southern Aroostook Community School.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.52 sqmi, of which 38.51 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 213 people, 92 households, and 71 families living in the town. The population density was 5.5 PD/sqmi. There were 139 housing units at an average density of 3.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.1% White, 0.5% African American, and 1.4% Native American.

There were 92 households, of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.7% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 22.8% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.65.

The median age in the town was 48.1 years. 19.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 38% were from 45 to 64; and 16% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 199 people, 79 households, and 62 families living in the town. The population density was 5.2 PD/sqmi. There were 116 housing units at an average density of 3.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.49% White, 2.01% Native American and 0.50% Asian.

There were 79 households, out of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.5% were non-families. 10.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.1% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 35.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $46,429, and the median income for a family was $46,429. Males had a median income of $40,000 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the town was $18,658. About 2.9% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Harold Drew, American football player and coach

title: Dyer Brook, Maine


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Eagle Lake, Maine

Eagle Lake (French: Lac Aigle) is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 772 at the 2020 census. The town was named by a body of troops heading from Bangor to the Aroostook War for the many eagles that they saw around the lake. A total of 49.0% of the population speaks French, reflecting a trend in Northeastern Maine.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 39.48 sqmi, of which 37.36 sqmi is land and 2.12 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 864 people, 378 households, and 221 families living in the town. The population density was 23.1 PD/sqmi. There were 667 housing units at an average density of 17.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 1.3% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 378 households, of which 20.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.5% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.69.

The median age in the town was 52.7 years. 15.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.2% were from 25 to 44; 32.9% were from 45 to 64; and 28.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 815 people, 330 households, and 203 families living in the town. The population density was 21.9 PD/sqmi. There were 599 housing units at an average density of 16.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.65% White, 0.12% Native American, 0.74% Asian, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.12% of the population.

There were 330 households, out of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 17.5% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $22,159, and the median income for a family was $34,375. Males had a median income of $30,956 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,315. About 11.4% of families and 21.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.4% of those under age 18 and 40.5% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * John Martin, state representative, former speaker of the Maine House of Representatives

title: Eagle Lake, Maine


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Easton, Maine

Easton is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,320 at the 2020 census.

History
In 1851, the first known residence in the Easton wilderness was built by Henry Wilson, who had taught school in Presque Isle. When Solomon Bolster arrived in 1854, he joined Henry Wilson and Augustus Rackliffe, its sole residents. In 1855–1856, Noah Barker partitioned the township into 142 lots of 160 acres in size, thereby determining its layout. The state opened it for settlement and, on July 26, 1856, it was organized as the Fremont Plantation. A schoolhouse was built in 1858 and the first of several lumber mills was constructed in another year. By 1860, the population was 320. Growth of the population slowed during the Civil War, and the town of Easton was incorporated 1865. Economic growth was slow, evidenced by an 1862 record that taxes should be paid in grain or shingles. The first store was opened in 1863. A starch factory was built in 1877, and a steam shingle mill in 1879. Easton became "one of the greatest potato producing towns in the County". The 1880s saw the appearance of the Methodists, Free Will Baptists and the Odd Fellows. By 1880 the population was 835; by 1890, 978.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 38.93 sqmi, of which 38.71 sqmi is land and 0.22 sqmi is water.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Easton has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 1,287 people, 536 households and 352 families living in the town. The population density was 33.2 /sqmi. There were 596 housing units at an average density of 15.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.6% White, 0.3% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 536 households, of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age was 42.5 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.4% were from 25 to 44; 31.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 1,249 people, 524 households and 355 families living in the town. The population density was 32.2 PD/sqmi. There were 566 housing units at an average density of 14.6 per square mile (5.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 97.28% White, 0.32% African American, 1.68% Native American, 0.32% Asian, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.56% of the population.

There were 524 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 27.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.90.

23.1% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.3 males.

The median household income was $29,922 and the median family income was $36,500. Males had a median income of $27,917 and females $20,735. The per capita income was $15,227. About 7.4% of families and 12.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.8% of those under the age of 18 and 13.5% of those 65 and older.

Places of interest

 * Francis Malcolm Science Institute (Planetarium)

Education
Easton is part of the Easton School System.

Notable people

 * Tyler Clark, politician
 * Daniel Wathen, Chief Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court

title: Easton, Maine


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Frenchville, Maine

Frenchville is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 1,052 at the 2020 census.

A total of 79.3 percent of Frenchville residents are regular speakers of French, aided by its proximity to French-speaking Quebec and New Brunswick in Canada. Among younger generations, English and "Valley French," a combination of English and French, are preferred.

The town is home to the general aviation airport Northern Aroostook Regional Airport, Frenchville Railroad Station and Water Tank, and Corriveau Mill.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 29.17 sqmi, of which 28.71 sqmi is land and 0.46 sqmi is water. The town lies on the south bank of the Saint John River, which forms the international boundary between Maine and New Brunswick, Canada.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,087 people, 459 households, and 346 families living in the town. The population density was 37.9 PD/sqmi. There were 514 housing units at an average density of 17.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.4% White, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 459 households, of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.1% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.6% were non-families. Of all households 22.0% were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the town was 47 years; 20% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 36.8% were from 45 to 64; and 17.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.1% male and 48.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,225 people, 478 households, and 356 families living in the town. The population density was 42.9 PD/sqmi. There were 512 housing units at an average density of 17.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 99.27% White, 0.08% African American, 0.24% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.08% from other races, and 0.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 478 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. Of all households 23.0% were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $33,214, and the median income for a family was $39,643. Males had a median income of $39,423 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,127. About 7.9% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 12.4% of those age 65 or over.

title: Frenchville, Maine


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Garfield Plantation, Maine

Garfield Plantation is a plantation in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 79 at the 2020 census.

History
Garfield Plantation is named for James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the plantation has a total area of 99.9 km2, of which 99.2 km2 is land and 0.7 km2, or 0.71%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 86 people, 37 households, and 24 families living in the plantation. The population density was 2.3 people per square mile (0.9/km$2$). There were 78 housing units at an average density of 2.0 per square mile (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the plantation was 100.00% White. Of the 37 households 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.6% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 27.0% of households were one person and 18.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.67.

The age distribution was 17.4% under the age of 18, 10.5% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.9% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.9 males.

The median household income was $31,250 and the median family income was $33,750. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the plantation was $15,455. There were 13.6% of families and 19.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 47.1% of under eighteens and 5.9% of those over 64.

title: Garfield Plantation, Maine


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Glenwood Plantation, Maine

Glenwood Plantation is a plantation located in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. At the 2020 census, the plantation had a total population of 5.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the plantation has a total area of 102.4 km2, of which 98.8 km2 is land and 3.6 km2, or 3.48%, is water.

Federal politics
Glenwood Plantation is located in Maine's 2nd congressional district. Due to its low population, Glenwood Plantation only cast 2 votes in the 2016 presidential election, both of which for Republican nominee and winner Donald Trump. In the House of Representatives elections, it cast both of its votes for incumbent Republican representative Bruce Poliquin. Both ballots voted against legalizing marijuana and requiring background checks to purchase guns. However, they also voted in favor of instituting a surcharge of 3% on Maine income taxes for those with an annual income greater than $200,000 in order to fund public education, and in favor of raising the minimum wage to $12 an hour. The ballots were split on the issue of ranked choice voting. All of these initiatives, except for Question 3 (background checks), eventually passed.

In the 2018 elections, the plantation did not cast any votes.

In the 2020 presidential election, the one ballot cast its sole vote for President Trump and incumbent Republican Susan Collins in the Senate election. Trump would go on to lose Maine as a whole but win the electoral vote from 2nd congressional district, while Collins went on to win the Senate election. In the House of Representatives elections, Republican Dale John Crafts, won the solitary vote from the plantation, though he lost the overall election to incumbent Democrat Jared Golden.

State politics
In terms of statewide politics, Glenwood Plantation is in the 2nd Senate district of the Maine State Senate, currently represented by Republican, Harold L. Stewart III. Glenwood Plantation cast its sole ballot for Stewart. In the Maine House of Representatives, it is located within the 144th district, currently represented by Republican Gregory Swallow, who also won the plantation's vote in 2020.

title: Glenwood Plantation, Maine


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Grand Isle, Maine

Grand Isle (French: Grande Île) is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 366 at the 2020 census. The village of Grand Isle is in the northwestern part of the town.

Etymology
Grand Isle takes its name from an island located in the Saint John River near the town center.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 35.38 sqmi, of which 34.59 sqmi is land and 0.79 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 467 people, 215 households, and 135 families living in the town. The population density was 13.5 PD/sqmi. There were 262 housing units at an average density of 7.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.5% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, and 0.6% from two or more races.

There were 215 households, of which 20.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.2% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.66.

The median age in the town was 49.3 years. 16.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.1% were from 25 to 44; 33.8% were from 45 to 64; and 25.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 518 people, 218 households, and 161 families living in the town. The population density was 15.1 PD/sqmi. There were 268 housing units at an average density of 7.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.84% White, 0.39% Native American, 0.19% Asian, and 0.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.39% of the population. Grande Isle is one of several American communities in Northern Maine with a French-speaking majority, with over 75% of the households reporting in 2000 that French is spoken at home.

There were 218 households, out of which 23.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.3% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.7% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.8% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 17.6% from 25 to 44, 37.6% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $34,875. Males had a median income of $40,000 versus $30,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,346. About 12.7% of families and 17.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 32.1% of those under age 18 and 9.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Emilien Levesque (1922–2003), congressman from Maine; born in Grand Isle

title: Grand Isle, Maine


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Hamlin, Maine

Hamlin is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. It is located on the Canada–US border with a border crossing into Grand Falls, New Brunswick and is the closest continental location to Europe in the United States. Hamlin's northeastern corner is the closest point in the mainland United States to Western Europe, situated at a distance of 2,508 miles (4,018 km) from the closest point in Europe to the USA, Achill Head. The population was 166 at the 2020 census.

History
Hamlin was named for Vice President Hannibal Hamlin.

Education
Hamlin is a member of Maine School Administrative District No. 24, which includes the Van Buren District School, a consolidated K–12 school located in Van Buren.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 219 people, 96 households, and 68 families living in the town. The population density was 9.4 PD/sqmi. There were 124 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 94.1% White, 0.5% Native American, 3.2% Asian, and 2.3% from two or more races.

There were 96 households, of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.2% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.53.

The median age in the town was 54.8 years. 15.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15% were from 25 to 44; 32.4% were from 45 to 64; and 32.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 48.9% male and 51.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 257 people, 103 households, and 73 families living in the town. The population density was 11.0 PD/sqmi. There were 122 housing units at an average density of 5.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.11% White, 1.95% Native American, 0.39% Asian, and 1.56% from two or more races.

There were 103 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.0% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.2% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 32.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $32,625, and the median income for a family was $34,125. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $14,688 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,600. About 9.9% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 20.0% of those 65 or over.

title: Hamlin, Maine


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Hammond, Maine

Hammond is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 91 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 39.18 sqmi, of which 39.06 sqmi is land and 0.12 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 118 people, 41 households, and 29 families living in the town. The population density was 3.0 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 1.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 86.4% White, 1.7% African American, 0.8% Asian, and 11.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 41 households, of which 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 17.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.3% were non-families. 17.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.38.

The median age in the town was 40 years. 28.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.2% were from 25 to 44; 31.3% were from 45 to 64; and 13.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 44.1% male and 55.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 98 people, 33 households, and 25 families living in the town. The population density was 2.5 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 2.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.92% White and 4.08% Native American.

There were 33 households, out of which 42.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.6% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 21.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.97 and the average family size was 3.40.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 30.6% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 29.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,000, and the median income for a family was $30,750. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,957. There were no families and 4.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 36.4% of those over 64.

title: Hammond, Maine


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Haynesville, Maine

Haynesville is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 97 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.90 sqmi, of which 41.38 sqmi is land and 0.52 sqmi is water.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 121 people, 56 households, and 38 families living in the town. The population density was 2.9 PD/sqmi. There were 107 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.3% White, 0.8% Native American, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5%.

Of the 56 households 17.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 32.1% of households were one person and 10.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.66.

The median age in the town was 49.5 years. 15.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19% were from 25 to 44; 45.3% were from 45 to 64; and 14.9% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the town was 55.4% male and 44.6% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 122 people, 45 households, and 34 families living in the town. The population density was 3.0 people per square mile (1.1/km$2$). There were 88 housing units at an average density of 2.1 per square mile (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 99.18% White and 0.82% Asian. Of the 45 households 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.2% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.4% were non-families. 20.0% of households were one person and 8.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.12.

The age distribution was 26.2% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median household income was $23,542 and the median family income was $23,333. Males had a median income of $22,250 versus $20,417 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,200. There were 5.6% of families and 9.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 6.5% of under eighteens and 10.7% of those over 64.

In popular culture
The area of Haynesville is referenced in country music performer Dick Curless's song "A Tombstone Every Mile". The song refers to the "Haynesville Woods", an area with a stretch of road a part of U.S. 2A noted for many motor vehicle accidents. Truck drivers used to ship potatoes to market in Boston and a dangerous hairpin turn in the route through Haynesville was the inspiration for the song.

title: Haynesville, Maine


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Hersey, Maine

Hersey is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 73 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 39.86 sqmi, of which 39.65 sqmi is land and 0.21 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 83 people, 32 households, and 25 families living in the town. The population density was 2.1 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 1.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 100.0% White.

There were 32 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 21.9% were non-families. 15.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the town was 45.3 years. 21.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.4% were from 25 to 44; 32.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 63 people, 28 households, and 19 families living in the town. The population density was 1.6 PD/sqmi. There were 52 housing units at an average density of 1.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 92.06% White, and 7.94% from two or more races.

There were 28 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 33.3% from 45 to 64, and 7.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $22,500, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $29,688 versus $15,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $9,425. There were 10.0% of families and 10.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Hersey, Maine


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Hodgdon, Maine

Hodgdon is a rural town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The town borders the province of New Brunswick, Canada to the east and Houlton to the north. Hodgdon's population was 1,290 at the 2020 census.

History
Hodgdon was incorporated in 1821. It was named for John Hodgdon, an early proprietor originally from Weare, New Hampshire. The town was mainly settled by Scotch-Irish immigrants from Northern Ireland. Hodgdon is located on the Canadian border in Southern Aroostook County. A substantial portion of the Lt. Gordon Manuel Wildlife Management Area, on the South Branch Meduxnekeag River, lies in the southwestern portion of the town in the Hodgdon Mills Village.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 39.97 sqmi, of which 39.82 sqmi is land and 0.15 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,309 people, 515 households, and 372 families living in the town. The population density was 32.9 PD/sqmi. There were 568 housing units at an average density of 14.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.7% White, 0.1% African American, 1.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 515 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.8% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the town was 43.9 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 32% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

The median income for a household in the town was $55,368, and the average household income was $70,020.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,240 people, 462 households, and 359 families living in the town. The population density was 31.3 PD/sqmi. There were 489 housing units at an average density of 12.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.26% White, 0.48% African American, 1.21% Native American, and 1.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.81% of the population.

There were 462 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.2% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.1% were non-families. 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 27.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 100.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.1 males.

Education

Hodgdon is part of the Maine School Administrative District #70, which also includes the nearby towns of Amity, Haynesville, Linneus, Ludlow and New Limerick. Hodgdon Middle/High School, a project during the Great Depression, was built in 1938 and newly renovated in 2016.

Hodgdon High School's teams are known as the "Hodgdon Hawks" in sporting events and are a member of the Maine Principals' Association. Hodgdon High School competes in Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, and Track and Field. The school has won five basketball state championships (1979, 1980, 1995, 1996, 2014). Hodgdon High School shares local rivalries with Houlton Jr/Sr High School, Greater Houlton Christian Academy & Southern Aroostook Community School.

Politics
Hodgdon is the hometown of former United States Congressman Ira G. Hersey who represented Maine's 4th congressional district from March 4, 1917, to March 3, 1929.

Hodgdon is home to State Representative Tracy Quint (HD-08) of the Maine House of Representatives.

Notable people

 * Ira G. Hersey, US congressman (1917–1929)
 * Roger Sherman, politician
 * George Otis Smith, geologist
 * Tracy Quint, politician

title: Hodgdon, Maine


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Island Falls, Maine

Island Falls is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 758 at the 2020 census. The primary village of Island Falls in the town is situated at a falls in the West Branch Mattawamkeag River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.76 sqmi, of which 36.03 sqmi is land and 4.73 sqmi is water. Island Falls also has two main lakes, Pleasant and Mattawamkeag.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 837 people, 357 households, and 228 families living in the town. The population density was 23.2 PD/sqmi. There were 655 housing units at an average density of 18.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.4% White, 0.4% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 357 households, of which 25.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 11.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.1% were non-families. 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the town was 46.4 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.7% were from 25 to 44; 31.5% were from 45 to 64; and 20% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 793 people, 346 households and 229 families living in the town. The population density was 22.1 per square mile (8.5/km$2$). There were 635 housing units at an average density of 17.7 per square mile (6.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the town was 99.12% White, 0.76% Native American and 0.13% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.

There were 346 households, of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.8% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.81.

21.1% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.0 males.

The median household income was $27,083, and the median family income was $35,375. Males had a median income of $32,019 versus $19,028 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,132. About 10.5% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.1% of those under age 18 and 11.6% of those age 65 or over.

Places of interest

 * Island Falls Opera House
 * William Sewall House
 * VA JO WA Golf course
 * The Slice Restaurant
 * VA JO WA Maple

title: Island Falls, Maine


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Linneus, Maine

Linneus is a town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States. The population was 947 at the 2020 census. It is named after Carl Linnaeus.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 45.47 sqmi, of which 44.26 sqmi is land and 1.21 sqmi is water.

Founding
Half the township of Linneus was sold by the State of Massachusetts in 1833 in order to raise money to endow a Botany professorship at Harvard College.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 984 people, 382 households, and 272 families living in the town. The population density was 22.2 PD/sqmi. There were 588 housing units at an average density of 13.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.6% White, 0.8% African American, 1.8% Native American, 0.1% Asian, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 382 households, of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.4% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.8% were non-families. 19.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the town was 42.7 years. 21.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.4% were from 25 to 44; 33.2% were from 45 to 64; and 12.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 52.2% male and 47.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 892 people, 319 households, and 243 families living in the town. The population density was 20.0 PD/sqmi. There were 473 housing units at an average density of 10.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.40% White, 0.11% African American, 2.58% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.45% from other races, and 1.35% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.67% of the population.

There were 319 households, out of which 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.5% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $29,808, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $30,208 versus $16,389 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,535. About 14.3% of families and 17.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 18.2% of those age 65 or over.

title: Linneus, Maine