Friday, January 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bangor Police Department seeks public assistance in locating Alexander LeBlanc, a 26-year-old man missing since early December and possibly living in a tent. WGAN
- ➤ Katahdin Trust employees raised $2,500 for the Anah Temple Shriners' 2024 First Lady Project, supporting a program for children with limb deficiencies. The County
- ➤ Bangor officials encourage the use of the See-Click-Fix app for reporting potholes, noting that temperature fluctuations typical of winter are causing them as usual. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor residents can dispose of their natural Christmas trees at the public works department's organic waste yard from Jan. 6 to sunset, seven days a week. Bangor Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting in 2025, Maine workers will see a new 1% tax on wages to fund the state's paid family and medical leave program, with benefits beginning in May 2026. The Piscataquis Observer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maine experienced a record-high 3,218 Lyme disease cases in 2024, marking a consecutive annual increase in tick-borne illnesses amid expanding tick habitats and warmer winters. Bangor Daily News
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No Quarter: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
No Quarter, an internationally touring Led Zeppelin tribute band, delivers an authentic live concert experience, replicating the musical and personal characteristics of the legendary British rock group.
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Dirty Dancing in Concert: A Live Film Experience
Experience the iconic film 'Dirty Dancing' like never before with a live performance of its memorable soundtrack after the screening.
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Michael Jackson HIStory Show - Bangor
Experience a vibrant tribute to the King of Pop at the upcoming Michael Jackson HIStory Show, featuring electrifying performances and choreography.
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