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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fox Emm and John Dixon bought Bangor's Pro Libris bookstore just before its 30,000 books were to be sold to a wholesaler after longtime owner Eric Furry died, keeping the community staple open. They announced revised operating hours starting Saturday (Friday 12 p.m.–6 p.m., Saturday–Monday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Dreamer Food now has a permanent restaurant at the corner of Fourteenth and Allen, offering dine-in and take-out options Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.—a transition from its beloved food truck roots. Founders Anik Derphilibossian and Kara Calor invite customers to share dreams on the Dreamer Wall. WABI 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Janet Mills introduced a revised proposal to make the free community college scholarship permanent for Maine students — the program originally helped pandemic graduates; a public hearing in Augusta is scheduled for Friday and lawmakers will decide by April 15. WABI 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brigadier General Diane Dunn was promoted to major general at Camp Chamberlain in Augusta on Tuesday with more than 100 family members, friends, and colleagues in attendance—she became the first woman to serve as both Adjutant General and commissioner of the Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management. WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is hosting the free Youth Mental Health Summit on Tuesday, March 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Husson University’s Gracie Theatre, and registration is required by March 2 for youth, families & educators to access tools for mental well-being. The Piscataquis Observer
- ➤ LD 2146, sponsored by Senator President Mattie Daughtry, is advancing in Maine to protect access to critical vaccines amid federal policy changes. The bill allows the Maine vaccine Board to seek state funds and clarifies liability protections for pharmacists. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Mainers engaged with lawmakers when the Consumer Council System of Maine held its Mental Health Peer Advocate Legislative Education Day at the State House on Wednesday, Feb. 18 — participants shared personal experiences to help guide improvements in mental health policy and community support. FOX Bangor
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the Cross Insurance Center reported tournament attendance doubled to about 20,000 thanks to extra games from the new Class S division. Two Caribou games are slated for today as fans continue to fill seats in Bangor. WABI 5
- ➤ Lawrence senior guard Maddie Provost scored 21 points—including 11 in the fourth quarter—to lead her team to a 47-42 win over Ellsworth on Wednesday night at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor. The Bulldogs will face top seed Gardiner in the championship on Friday at 7:00 p.m. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Penobscot Valley High School upset Bangor Christian in the Class D North semifinal on Wednesday at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor (52-37); the Howlers will face Machias at 2 p.m. Saturday in the regional championship game. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Machias freshman guard Aubrey Wood overcame an ankle injury to score 18 points and lead her team to a 47-38 win over Central Aroostook at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor on Feb. 17. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Mattanawcook Academy girls beat Orono Wednesday night 64-30 to stay 19-0 in Class C North. Seniors Addison Cyr (first reached 1,000 last year) and Megan House (joined this season) both passed 1,000 career points, marking a notable team milestone. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Bangor Christian lost sophomore guard Annie Allen early in Wednesday's semifinal when a shoulder bump loosened her tooth, and she quickly got treatment from her uncle, a local dentist. Her absence hurt the team and Penobscot Valley won 52-37. Bangor Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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