Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Students at All Saints Catholic School in Bangor donated 1,106 cans of soup to a local food pantry during National Catholic Schools Week. FOX Bangor
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Flights between Bangor International Airport and Washington, D.C. have been cancelled due to a plane collision, affecting both directions and other routes. WABI 5
- ➤ Early morning collision between a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck in Bangor results in minor injuries and traffic detours. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine reports the highest survival rate of backyard beehives in eight years, attributed to effective education and management practices among beekeepers. Bangor Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maine health organizations advocate for bipartisan legislation to safeguard the 340b drug discount program against limitations imposed by pharmaceutical companies, amidst concerns over program exploitation and calls for increased transparency in its use. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine's 73 cheerleading squads are set to compete in Bangor for a chance to advance to the state championships, following the elimination of Class D. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ John Huard, celebrated University of Maine football legend and Hall of Famer, passed away at 80, leaving a legacy of accomplishments in sports and beyond. Bangor Daily News
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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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MPA Basketball Tournament 2025
The MPA Basketball Tournament offers exciting college basketball matches at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, ME, featuring affordable ticket pricing for adults and students/seniors.
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MPA High School Basketball Tournament
The MPA High School Basketball Tournament will be held at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor, Maine, featuring competitive high school basketball matches.
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