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in Bangor
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Communities across Maine celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Friday to honor officers who serve daily by organizing events like Shop with a Cop. Local groups expressed thanks for their dedication to community safety. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Maine officials and experts released an AI report in October that outlines benefits in health care and forestry + identifies risks which may lead to future lawmaking to protect residents. FOX Bangor
- ➤ A Penobscot County Superior Court judge rejected the DEP’s plan to expand Juniper Ridge Landfill in Old Town, siding with the Penobscot Nation and Conservation Law Foundation because the review did not fully weigh local pollution risks. The ruling sends the proposal back to DEP for further review. WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor now requires staff to wear masks during patient care as flu cases surge, though masks remain optional for visitors; health officials note that over 4,000 flu cases have been reported statewide recently. News Center Maine
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A prolonged cold snap has brought Maine’s beloved smelt ice fishing tradition back to Midcoast. At D’s Camps along the Cathance River in Bowdoinham, locals and visitors now enjoy full ice shacks and heavier catches, and bait shops report an uptick in gear sales as the season extends through February. News Center Maine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence beat UMaine Friday night, ending the hockey team's five-game unbeaten streak. The teams will finish their series today at 6 p.m. at Schneider Arena and meet again in Orono on Jan. 31. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Freshman Olivia Breen set a record with 50 points on Thursday at Oceanside High in Rockland, as the Mariners beat Lincoln Academy; Coach Matt Breen (her father) credited strong assists from teammates for opening scoring opportunities. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Old Town High School girls basketball team beat Bangor High School 37-22 at Red Barry Gym on Friday. With key player Avery Clark absent, the Rams struggled against the Coyotes' tight defense — strong rebounding set the pace for the win. Bangor Daily News
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Tinker Bell: The Untold Story
7:00-8:15 p.m. — Cyrus Pavilion Theatre — Ticket info available — Discover the enchanting tale from Tinker Bell's perspective as the fairies of Neverland face a dire crisis.
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Orono Arcade and Pat's Pizza Gathering
4-7 p.m. — Orono Arcade LLC — Limited attendance — Enjoy a cozy afternoon of gaming and pizza with fellow enthusiasts.
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Adoption Event & Donation Drive
10 AM – 3 PM — Sandollar Spa & Pool — Adoption fees may be sponsored — Explore adorable dogs and support rescue efforts while enjoying a bake sale and merchandise.
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