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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Bangor Public Library commemorates National Library Lovers Month with a heart display and highlights the extensive benefits of owning a library card, including access to books, magazines, notary and tax services, and even museum and theater tickets.  WABI 5
  • Bangor enforces a downtown parking ban from 11 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday for snow and ice removal, with potential extensions based on progress.  Bangor Daily News

CRIME NEWS

  • Shelby Loring was sentenced to time served and three years supervised release for her involvement in distributing methamphetamine and fentanyl in Maine.  Bangor Daily News
  • In Brewer, a 22-year-old man named Richard Bock was arrested after assaulting a woman with a firearm, holding her against her will, and provoking a police standoff.  Bangor Daily News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Kristen Seavey, initially a young actress, created 'Murder, She Told', a podcast focusing on cold murder cases in Maine, which has gained a global audience and aids in solving unsolved crimes.  News Center Maine

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Northern Light Health's credit rating was downgraded by S&P Global to BB-, indicating financial instability and operational challenges.  Bangor Daily News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Penobscot Community Health Care in Bangor may furlough up to 25% of its staff due to delayed federal funding, impacting its ability to meet payroll.  Bangor Daily News

EVENTS

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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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  • First Fridays Art Walk in Downtown Bangor

    The First Fridays Art Walks are community-driven monthly events showcasing local artists and their work at various downtown venues in Bangor, Maine.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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