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Monday, February 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two individuals sustained serious injuries after being hit by a snowplow-equipped pickup truck in Brewer, with an ongoing investigation.  FOX Bangor

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Bangor restaurant and bakery owners are struggling with the decision to raise menu prices due to the significant increase in egg costs attributed to the avian flu outbreak.  Bangor Daily News
  • A property management company in Bangor abruptly announced closure and bankruptcy, leaving several landlords without thousands of dollars in rental income and unanswered questions regarding the handling of their properties.  Bangor Daily News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Former Maine state Rep. Maggie O’Neil, diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, is preparing for chemotherapy and seeking a matching bone marrow donor.  Bangor Daily News
  • Flu cases hit 1,131 in Maine, with health officials urging handwashing, staying home when sick, covering coughs, updating immunizations, and testing as needed.  WABI 5

SPORTS NEWS

  • UMaine's hockey team defeated UMass 3-2, with goalie Albin Boija's last-minute save highlighted as the game's standout moment.  Bangor Daily News

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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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.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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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.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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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.

    Mon, 2/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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