Good morning, Bangor.

A year after residents bought Cedar Falls Mobile Home Park on Finson Road, they enhanced the park with a community garden (and a bulletin board and shelter for bus riders) and plan a bottle drive and mobile home expansion to keep rents affordable.

Hank Williams Jr. and Joe Nichols will perform at the Maine Savings Amphitheater on August 1 — ticket sales begin this Friday at 10 a.m. Fans can look forward to a lively summer concert in Bangor.

Billy Currington & Kip Moore are set to perform at the Waterfront on Friday, July 24 with Kenny Whitmire also joining; tickets go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m.

Prime Healthcare Foundation, a California nonprofit, is now the owner of Central Maine Healthcare and will invest $150 million over five years to strengthen services (including several hospitals) and infrastructure.

Central Maine Healthcare has officially joined Prime Healthcare Foundation, a California charity that plans to invest $150 million to strengthen local facilities.

The transition retains current names + local leadership while keeping most jobs intact for ongoing quality care in the area.

Health officials confirmed four new measles cases in Penobscot County, all unvaccinated and linked to an earlier case reported this month — no new exposure locations have been found.

The Penobscot Valley High School Howlers will face Bangor Christian in today's 11:30 a.m. Class D North Tournament semifinal at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor + they aim to overcome a three-meeting losing streak against their rival.

Caribou’s fans filled the Cross Insurance Center Tuesday as the girls and boys basketball teams advanced after winning state titles last season—Corrigan led both teams with standout overtime plays that reinforced the town’s reputation as Maine’s basketball capital.

Mason Pelletier scored 34 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and made 7 steals Tuesday for Easton High as they beat Katahdin 72-42 at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor.

The sophomore also had a 42-point game last week to fuel his team’s tournament run.

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.

Veterans Jobs and Career Fair

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor — Free entry — Explore career opportunities tailored for veterans and network with potential employers.