Good morning, Bangor.

As frigid weather continues affecting Bangor, local shelters including Brick Church and Mansion Church extend hours to 24 (if conditions worsen) so homeless residents can get warmth and meals.

On Saturday, Jan. 24, volunteers from Kiwanis New England & Bermuda District 2 and local Key Clubs gathered at the Hampden VFW to pack 10,000 meals for community food pantries as part of the End Hunger Project.

Bangor's only candy store Oh, Grow Up! opened Friday at 21 Central St. and offers a pick-your-own wall with over 80 candy varieties.

It is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An analysis found unregulated electricity providers overcharged Maine households $156 million over eight years.

Lawmakers on Thursday considered a bill to limit extra fees for low-income customers — a move that may help protect those who need it.

On Friday, a work session in Augusta reviewed a bill that would require testing + tracking in Maine’s medical cannabis industry to keep products safe for patients; supporters call it common sense while critics worry about costs for small caregivers, and the proposal was tabled for a later vote.

Dr. Steven Kozusko joined the Healthy Living segment on Wednesday, Jan.

28 to explain how reconstructive surgery helps breast and skin cancer patients restore function, appearance, and confidence in Bangor (a key recovery approach).

UMaine’s 17th-ranked hockey team returns home today at 7:00 p.m. at Alfond Arena to play the 7th-ranked Providence College Friars, who won six straight games.

Coach Barr expects a tough contest as both teams seek to boost their season momentum.

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.