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Standish, ME

Standish is a town in Cumberland County, Maine, United States. It includes the villages of Standish Corner, Sebago Lake Village, and Steep Falls, and the localities known as Richville, Elmwood, Standish Neck, and Two Trails. Standish is part of the Portland-South Portland-Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area.

This was once the hunting and fishing territory of the Abenaki tribe, whose main village was at Pequawket (now Fryeburg) up the Pequawket Trail (now Route 113). In 1750, the Massachusetts General Court granted the township to Captain Moses Pearson and Captain Humphrey Hobbs, together with their respective companies, for services during the French and Indian Wars.

It was to be called Pearson and Hobbs Town, but Hobbs died and none of his company took possession. In 1752, the land was surveyed and divided into 30-acre (120,000 m2) lots, although some soldiers sold their rights for whatever they could get. Those who did settle found their cabins razed by Indians trying to drive them away. In response, the veterans built at Standish Corner a stockaded fort, which protected until Indian hostilities ceased in 1759 with the Fall of Quebec. Pearsontown Plantation was incorporated as Standish on November 30, 1785. The town is named in honor of Captain Myles Standish.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 80.59 square miles (208.73 km2), of which 59.03 square miles (152.89 km2) is land and 21.56 square miles (55.84 km2) is water. Situated beside Sebago Lake, Standish is drained by Sebago Lake and the Presumpscot River, which is the town's eastern border, and by the Saco River, which is the town's (and Cumberland County's) southwestern border. The eastern portion of Standish is part of the Presumpscot River watershed. Watchic Lake is located within the town.

The town is crossed by state routes 11, 25, 25A, 35, 35A, 114, and 237. It is bordered by the towns of Windham and Gorham to the southeast, Buxton and Hollis to the south, Limington to the west, and Baldwin and Sebago to the northwest.

The well-being of Standish residents is a top priority, evidenced by various health and wellness initiatives. Healthcare facilities like Mercy Primary Care ensure access to quality medical services. The picturesque surroundings of Standish create a conducive environment for outdoor activities that promote a healthy lifestyle. Parks and trails offer residents the opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of the area, contributing to the overall well-being of the community.

The top sites in Standish, ME are Old Red Church, Johnson Field, and Historic New England Marrett House.

Population: 10,244 (2020). ZIP Code: 04084. Area code: 207. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Incorporated: November 30, 1785. Area: 80.59 sq mi (208.73 km2).

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What is Standish, ME known for?

Situated in the heart of Cumberland County, Standish is a picturesque town known for its serene lakes, rolling woodlands, and a touch of rural charm. Covering an area of 46.47 square miles, Standish offers plenty of room to breathe while accommodating a population of around 11,800 residents. The town's geography includes crystal-clear lakes, lush forests, and quaint neighborhoods.

What is the crime rate in Standish, ME?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 7 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Standish is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 65% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Standish is one in 151. Compared to communities within Maine, Standish‘s crime rate is lower than nearly 43% of the state's cities and towns.

What is the history of Standish, ME?

The town of Standish was settled in the 1760s and incorporated in 1785, named in honor of Myles Standish. Its first meeting house was built in the Standish Corner area, then a crossroads on the main route between Portland and Fryeburg, and is thus where the town's early civic activities were focused. It was also a center of small-scale industrial activity, with several tanneries, lumber mills, and hotels, but this eventually declined in the second half of the 19th century, after the village was bypassed by the Portland and Ogdensburg Railway.

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Wikipedia

Town of Standish, ME

Mercy Primary Care

Story Maps

Old Red Church

Johnson Field 

Historic New England Marrett House

Maine

Neighborhood Scout
 

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