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nonitalic t1_iqpi0ri wrote

Portland, Maine is not really a model Springfield can follow. Portland's revival was all based on its proximity to the ocean, which allowed it to develop into a tourist destination with one of the best restaurant scenes in the country.

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DRZ36 t1_iqqk3sq wrote

Plus, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cape Elizabeth, etc. are all a stones throw from Portland. You have young (30s) people with resources filling up the surrounding communities for access to the schools. Those people support the breweries, restaurants, stores and arts around Portland.

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Constant-Piglet2163 t1_iqrnir9 wrote

So right! People love being by the ocean. All Springfield has is Connecticut River which is not even close.

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kingsaget_ t1_iqtkxsy wrote

They should try to just be a bar and nightlife city. I’d definitely visit for that. Like providence.

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