Good morning, Bangor.

Dysart’s Snowmobile Ride-in weekend for Pine Tree Camp began Thursday with a telethon + spaghetti supper at Dysart’s in Hermon.

Community supporters can join the live silent auction today at Morgan Hill Event Center before Saturday’s Celebrity Egg Ride takes off.

After a Bombardier Challenger 600 crashed Sunday night in Bangor, killing six, the NTSB is investigating the role of harsh weather + de-icing issues while an aviation expert said that pilots alone make the final call.

Eddington Elementary School was evacuated Thursday at 8:30 a.m. after staff smelled a strange odor; 95 students were moved to Holbrook Middle School while a two-hour search found no hazardous gas— officials will recheck the building before classes resume.

A local mother reported that her young daughters face racial bullying; her eight-year-old is called a 'burnt chicken nugget' (among ten reported incidents in two years).

The Bangor school department enforces an anti-discrimination policy by offering counseling and support and urging more dialogue.

Modivcare emerged from bankruptcy on Dec.

29 with a strong financial position while assuring state lawmakers that ride services for MaineCare clients remained uninterrupted. Lawmakers voiced concerns about missed or late rides, and the company will provide guidance on filing complaints.

Penobscot County reported another HIV case this week, raising the outbreak total to 36 as most patients reported injection drug use or homelessness.

Health officials say community groups are expanding testing and prevention efforts to curb the spread.

FDA officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak caused by moringa leaf powder in supplements from Live It Up and Why Not Natural that has sickened 65 people in 28 states, including 1 to 2 in Maine (reported locally).

Users with products expiring from Aug. 2026 to Jan. 2028 should discard them.

Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness trained 30 doulas in late September to support families after birthing centers closed across Maine.

The mostly Indigenous cohort, funded by a $385,000 state grant — which supports ongoing talks on MaineCare reimbursement — aims to bridge gaps in maternity care.

Mary Allen transferred to Bangor Christian with her sister and is helping the undefeated Patriots chase a Class D basketball state title after her eight-player girls soccer win; she will join Colby College next season and remains focused on team success and community values.

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.

BHP In-Person Live Day Training

8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Brewer Community Center — Pre-registration required — Complete your certification with expert training on essential skills.