Good morning, Bangor.

Sabrina Martin joins Bangor Daily News as the new reporter for Ellsworth and Acadia; she will cover local stories such as restaurant openings + city council meetings, bringing experience from her work in Washington D.C. and Chicago.

The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed a Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport on Sunday at about 7:45 p.m. with eight onboard, and authorities are investigating the cause.

Husson University, UMaine, and Thomas College are expanding on-campus mental health services so students can get same-day counseling + reduce stigma as the new semester begins.

These resources aim to ease student stress and improve access to care.

Following deep freezes that reduced pest outbreaks in recent winters, Maine Forest Service officials warned that warming winters + drought may spur the spread of pests including the hemlock woolly adelgid and red pine scale in 2026, prompting the state to pursue early intervention measures.

A local ice angler discovered a quiet pond spot when drilling through ice near an inlet (a detail often missed), where 7 fish were landed including a record 18.5-inch splake.

This hidden location may inspire others to explore winter fishing opportunities.

Maine’s ice fishing derby season kicked off on Long Lake on Jan.

24 with record prizes, and upcoming events are scheduled through mid-March across lakes — Pushaw, Moosehead, Schoodic, Sebago and China — where anglers will compete for cash awards.

Four high school hockey players from Skowhegan and Steuben travel over 100 miles round-trip to join the Bangor-Brewer cooperative team, practicing after school at Penobscot Ice Arena and Sawyer Arena.

They will play a Saturday game against Camden Hills at 2 p.m.

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.

Harlem Globetrotters Game

7-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of basketball entertainment with the legendary Harlem Globetrotters.

Valentine's Day Course Dinner

5-10 p.m. — KANÙ — $31 to $50 — Indulge in a customizable romantic dinner with five decadent courses and wine pairings.

Bangor Anime Convention 2026

3:30-9:59 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Tickets available — Bangor's first and only all-anime convention returns for an exciting three-day event.