Today in Bangor Logo Today in Bangor

Tuesday, February 18th, 2025

SHARE

Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bangor enacts a citywide parking ban from 11 p.m. Monday to 6 a.m. Tuesday to facilitate snow and ice removal, with designated parking alternatives provided.  Bangor Daily News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 69-year-old man from Bangor was fatally hit by an SUV on Kenduskeag Avenue while possibly chasing a dog; the incident is under investigation.  WABI 5

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Charles F. Budd Jr., a former Bangor judge, received a public admonition from the Maine bar for making unwelcome advances toward female colleagues but retains his law license.  Bangor Daily News

HEALTH NEWS

  • A 16th person in Penobscot County has been diagnosed with HIV, marking a continuation of an active cluster, with all cases also testing positive for hepatitis C and linked to drug injection.  Bangor Daily News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Maine high school basketball quarterfinals featured significant upsets and record-breaking performances, highlighting the unpredictability and excitement of the tournament.  Bangor Daily News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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

    View event
  • 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

    View event
  • 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

    View event
  • PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour at Cross Insurance Center

    The Professional Bull Riders Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour features the world's best bull riders competing against top bovine athletes in Bangor, Maine.

    Sat, 3/8/25

    View event
  • Champions Of Magic: Chasing The Unbelievable

    The Champions Of Magic team returns with an all-new show that features thrilling illusions and interactive entertainment suitable for the entire family.

    Tue, 3/11/25

    View event
  • Maine Premier Wrestling 1 Year Anniversary Celebration

    Celebrate the first anniversary of Maine Premier Wrestling with live wrestling events at the Old Town Recreation Center.

    Sat, 3/15/25

    View event
  • Sesame Street Live Featuring Beloved Characters

    Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street will entertain audiences with a lively performance.

    Tue, 3/18/25

    View event
  • Maine Science Festival 2025

    The Maine Science Festival is a five-day celebration of science, technology, and innovation featuring over 70 free events, including hands-on activities, talks by Maine scientists, and interactive demonstrations for all ages.

    Wed, 3/19/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Today in Bangor

Welcome to the Today in Bangor, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Bangor, Maine community. If you like the Today in Bangor, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Bangor.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Bangor and across Maine. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Today in Bangor

A free Bangor community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here