Good morning, Bangor.

Eighteen firefighters from Bangor responded to last month’s plane crash at Bangor International Airport that killed six people and now rely on peer support & therapy dog visits by Pet Partners of Eastern Maine to ease their emotional toll.

Sen. Susan Collins visited Bangor Historical Society on Monday to review progress on a $100,000 project to restore the 1830s-era Thomas A.

Hill House + improve accessibility and attract visitors. The project will finish by April so the society can open for summer anniversary events.

The stage show Gabby’s Dollhouse Live is scheduled for Sunday night at 6 p.m. at the Cross Insurance Center following Saturday’s championship basketball games — it will feature characters from the hit Netflix series including Gabby, Catrat, Cakey Cat, and Pandy Paws.

Matt Polstein of the New England Outdoor Center proposes an expansion of its Hammond Ridge site to add almost 100 housing units, commercial spaces and a resort north of Millinocket.

A public hearing on March 4 will review the project and tax increment financing plans — before details come out.

The Penobscot Valley girls basketball team scored a 39-0 run and beat Southern Aroostook 73-19 in a quarterfinal on Monday at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor— they will face the winner of the match between Bangor Christian and Schenck on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.

Mary Allen scored 42 points to lead the 19-0 Patriots to an 87-27 win over Schenck on Monday at the Cross Insurance Center.

The team will face Penobscot Valley in the semifinals on Wednesday at 11:30.

High school basketball teams are enjoying a new playoff atmosphere at the Cross Insurance Center as reclassification brings teams usually in Augusta back to Bangor.

Coaches and standout players (like Lawrence's Provost) say the venue's energy makes the tournament feel fresh.

Machias Bulldogs beat Central Aroostook 71 to 46 on Monday in Bangor as senior guard Liam O’Connor led a balanced attack and coach Chad Fitzsimmons said strong defense will guide the team in the tournament.

On Monday morning at the Cross Insurance Center, the Hodgdon boys upset Bangor Christian 52–36 with strong team defense.

Cyran Ciareglio led the team with 20 points (with 12 rebounds and 6 assists) to secure their first win in three tries.

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.