Today
in Bangor
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WABI partners with Penquis & Heart of Maine United Way to host Good Neighbor Day of Giving heating telethon today. Donations will support local families in six counties with funds available for heating assistance in about three weeks. WABI 5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jimmie's Ice Cream and Grill in Brewer reopened on Sunday for its 36th season on North Main Street (serving ice cream, cheeseburgers, and hand-cut fries amid cold weather) with Manager Grace Milan noting the family-owned business, a local staple for over three decades, will soon see more family operations. FOX Bangor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers will soon review two bills that seek to expand access to dental care in Maine; one proposes an associate dentist license+a pathway to full licensure after six years, while critics warn it could worsen care disparities. News Center Maine
- ➤ Registered nurse Jennifer Kennerk launched Renew Health Skin and Wellness on Old Kelley Road in Orono last month. The direct primary care clinic offers monthly fee access to wellness tests, checkups, skincare treatments, and next-day appointments—helping about 50 patients, including many UMaine students, bypass long wait times. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Union nurses at the local medical center in Fort Kent continue pushing for a final contract after two years of talks—on Saturday they released a letter alleging bullying and retaliation by management that drew local officials' support while still providing top patient care. FOX Bangor
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide offers tips for homeowners to hire trustworthy contractors for home improvements, advising them to get referrals from local supply yards, ask for references, and verify details using state resources (like the Attorney General’s office) to avoid poor workmanship. Bangor Daily News
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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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Bangor Art Society Annual Open Juried Show
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Bangor Public Library — Free entry — Showcase of creativity with local and regional artists vying for top honors.
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