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Leominster, Massachusetts

Located in Worcester County, Massachusetts, Leominster was founded in 1740. Pronounced LEM-in-ster. Pioneer Plastics City.
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Founded 1740 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Worcester County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Leominster, Massachusetts

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1740Founded: Leominster was founded during the mining era in Worcester County.
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1740Incorporated: Plastics.
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1915Incorporated: Leominster was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010Modern Era: Leominster continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?

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Pronounced LEM-in-ster.
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Pioneer Plastics City.
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Twin with Fitchburg.
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Leominster is located in Worcester County, Massachusetts.
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Leominster was founded in 1740.

Famous People from Leominster, Massachusetts

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R. A. Salvatore
Writer, Novelist · Born Jan 20, 1959 · Age 67
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Johnny Appleseed
Missionary, Botanist · Born Sep 26, 1774 · Died Mar 18, 1845 (age 70)
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Robert Cormier
Writer, Journalist · Born Jan 17, 1925 · Died Nov 2, 2000 (age 75)
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Ralph Kirkpatrick
Pianist, Harpsichordist · Born Jun 10, 1911 · Died Apr 13, 1984 (age 72)
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Donovan Dijak
Professional Wrestler · Born Apr 23, 1987 · Age 38
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