Good morning, Bangor.

Mainely Spinners held a demonstration at the Bangor Farmers Market yesterday, showcasing their wool spinning skills in the International Back to Back Wool Challenge.

They raised over $3K for Sarah’s House (a nonprofit that aids cancer patients traveling for treatment).

Zack Carter, a 39-year-old Marine veteran with multiple sclerosis, has spent two years searching for an accessible apartment in Bangor as his condition makes daily living riskier.

A recent apartment fire increased his family’s urgency, and housing officials warn that waitlists for ADA-compliant units remain long.

A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence will tour Maine from July through October to mark its 250th anniversary, stopping in all 16 counties.

The tour features a July 4 celebration in Portland and events at Foxcroft Academy (Sept. 4-5) per the Maine Historical Society.

The MDIFW advises Maine residents not to feed deer during winter since the animals naturally build fat reserves and thick coats to brave harsh weather – food sites can concentrate deer, raising disease risks and drawing predators, especially to young fawns.

Bangor and Penobscot County saw fatal overdoses rise from 64 to 67 in 2025 while the state recorded declines elsewhere — a state report noted funds remain unspent.

The city and county hold over $2M in opioid funds that an advisory committee will soon distribute to add harm reduction services.

Matt Polstein of New England Outdoor Center proposes expanding the resort and cabins with nearly 100 new housing units and commercial spaces near Katahdin.

A public hearing is scheduled for March 4 in Bangor to review the project.

Bethel native Frank Del Duca returns to Italy to pilot USA-1 at the Milan Cortina Olympics and will compete today with brakeman Josh Williamson in Cortina d’Ampezzo — a nod to his Italian heritage.

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.

Cat In The Hat Live Show

6-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful live performance of the beloved children's classic.

Deep Dish Pizza Cooking Class

12-2:30 p.m. — UNO Pizzeria & Grill — Ticket includes pizza demonstration and lunch — Master the art of Chicago-style deep dish pizza in a fun, interactive cooking class.

Silent Book Club

5:30-7 p.m. — The Stage Door — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening of quiet reading among fellow book lovers with snacks and drinks.