Today
in Bangor
Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A visitor center will open this fall in a historic downtown building at 33 State St, offering local radio and business partners a role in guiding the city’s growing tourism. The center will also recruit community volunteers (including senior residents) to assist visitors exploring Bangor. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Red Rabbit Bazaar hosted a monthly community clothing swap in Downtown Bangor today where shoppers paid $2 per pound for donated vintage clothes and 50% of the proceeds went to the Animal Orphanage (in Old Town). WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Legislature will soon consider LD 2196, a proposal that aims to lower health care costs by limiting hospital charges and improving access to primary and behavioral care. The bill is scheduled for discussion in upcoming committee meetings to help safeguard families and businesses. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The American Red Cross will stop mobile blood drives in northern Maine effective in July — displacing 13 employees, some offered transfers to fixed sites — while donations remain available at the Bangor center on 900B Hammond St. The Piscataquis Observer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hunting crows is legal now across Maine; WMUs 1-6 run until April 15 and WMUs 7-29 run until March 31, giving local hunters a budget friendly challenge + a chance to hone their skills when other seasons are closed. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine student-athletes secured new NIL deals that let them earn from endorsements, and Sunday's event in Old Town allowed families to meet players and sample Oakhurst's limited-edition milk — a fresh step for local sports talent. News Center Maine
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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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