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in Bangor
Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Despite promises in court, the Bangor Mall sign remains broken, highlighting ongoing neglect and code violations under owner Namdar Realty Group. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ A southbound lane of Broadway in Bangor will be closed Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for abutment work on Interstate 95, affecting traffic and possibly delaying afternoon buses. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ A Bangor, Maine veteran was gifted a truck by Maine Veterans Project and Quirk Chrysler to aid with transportation needs, marking the first MVP car donation of 2025. WABI 5
- ➤ Hermon's town council is reconsidering a decade-old agreement to allow a local food pantry use of municipal land, casting uncertainty on the pantry's future location. News Center Maine
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Supreme Judicial Court ruled that the state's good Samaritan law does not provide immunity for a DUI charge, affecting the case of Billy Beaulieu. Bangor Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Joe Perry, a former legislator and business owner without a college degree, has been elected as Maine's state treasurer, overseeing a $4 billion checkbook. News Center Maine
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Maine CDC revoked the certification of one of Bangor's three syringe service providers, HEAL, for not meeting state standards, leaving the area with two certified providers amid a significant increase in demand for clean needles. FOX Bangor
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Maine sophomore goalie Albin Boija has been named to the 2025 Mike Richter Award Watch List, recognizing him as a contender for the nation's top Division I goalie. Bangor Daily News
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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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Virtual Tour of Country Villa Retirement Home
A virtual tour showcasing the dining and living experiences offered at Country Villa Retirement Home, highlighting its acclaimed senior care services and community activities.
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First Friday Art Walks in Downtown Bangor
First Friday Art Walks showcase local artists and venues, offering a vibrant community celebration of the arts in downtown Bangor, Maine.
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Enhance Your Beef Production Knowledge
This educational event for beef producers will cover bale grazing techniques, deworming strategies, and provide Beef Quality Assurance certification.
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MPA High School Basketball Tournament
The MPA High School Basketball Tournament will feature competitive high school basketball games at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, Maine.
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo Concert
Experience the renowned South African vocal group Ladysmith Black Mambazo, known for their collaboration with Paul Simon and multiple Grammy Awards, performing live at the Collins Center for the Arts.
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MPA High School Basketball Tournament
The MPA High School Basketball Tournament will take place at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, featuring local high school teams competing in an exciting athletic event.
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