Ways You Know You’re From Presque Isle, Maine
Presque Isle, Maine is known as the Star City for a clear view of the stars and night skies.
Hub of Aroostook County
It is the hub of Aroostook County with the largest population with just over 10.000 people.
Rural Charm
The city's rural charm and country living make it a great place to live - and a place everyone should visit.
A Way of Life
The best way to get to know Presque Isle is to live there. Locals know the where to find for all the good stuff.
Ways You Know You're From Presque Isle, Maine
Here's a list of ways you know you're from the Star City:
- You have Pat’s Pizza on speed dial.
- You know the hiking trails like second nature at Aroostook State Park and Mantle Lake Park.
- Snow is measured in feet, not inches in the County.
- You can see the Northern Lights from your backyard.
- You buy ribeye steaks at Star City IGA.
- You've tried everything on the menu at Bradley's Deli.
- You bought potatoes from a farm stand on Route 1.
- You’ve been to the Northern Maine Fair car show, Rods, Rides and Relics.
- You know Route 1 between Houlton and Caribou by heart.
- You’ve cheered at a Presque Isle Wildcats home game.
- You've seen a major movie release at Braden Theater.
- Your favorite skiing areas are BigRock Mountain and Quoggy Jo.
- You danced the night away with the Star City Syndicate.
- You’ve picked potatoes during harvest in the County.
Get Out and Explore
These are just a few things from living in Presque Isle. If you need to know something, just ask a local. Getting out and exploring the city is the best way to go.
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