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Here are some interesting facts about Leominster, Massachusetts:
1. Leominster is known as the "Pioneer Plastics City" because of its significant contribution to the plastics industry.
2. The city is the birthplace of Johnny Appleseed, a famous American pioneer and conservationist who traveled throughout the Midwest planting apple seeds.
3. Leominster is home to the National Plastics Center and Museum, which showcases the history and significance of plastics.
4. The city has a strong manufacturing history and has produced goods such as furniture, footwear, and paper.
5. In the early 1900s, Leominster was a major center for the production of comb and brush handles, which even earned the nickname "Comb City."
6. Leominster is the second-largest city in Worcester County, Massachusetts, after Worcester itself.
7. The city is home to several parks and outdoor recreational areas, including Doyle Community Park and Center, where visitors can enjoy hiking trails, a playground, and ponds for fishing.
8. Leominster has been the setting for several films and television shows, such as "My Best Friend's Girl" and "The Fighter."
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