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in Bangor
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local telethon raised funds to support heating assistance programs for families facing high bills. Organizers said (donations exceeded expectations) and the funds will help cover heating costs this winter. WABI 5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DeepGreen Western Passage has proposed a 51-megawatt tidal power project in Western Passage off Eastport that will power underwater AI server racks and supply energy to local communities, including the Passamaquoddy Tribe. The company seeks a 48 month permit and private funding — a move to boost energy infrastructure. Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Husson University will offer free tuition this fall to qualified Piscataquis County students through the Harry Greenfield Opportunity Scholarship. The program reaches out to local high schools to help students with strong academics and a family income of $80,000 or less. News Center Maine
- ➤ Literacy Volunteers of Bangor is recruiting new volunteer tutors as enrollment grows with adults seeking to improve their reading and writing skills. Certification training for new tutors begins March 25 at Eastern Maine Community College (6-8 p.m.). WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cancer advocates are urging Maine lawmakers to pass two bills that would expand access to life-saving treatments — one covering biomarker testing and another protecting against crippling medical debt amid rising costs for over 8,000 Mainers each year. FOX Bangor
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Broncos will face top-seed Messalonskee at Alfond Arena today at 6 p.m. for the Class B North championship game; the teams are meeting for the third time this season & both advanced with one-goal victories in overtime semis. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ UMaine forward Adrianna Smith broke records in Saturday's win over Binghamton and will enter Thursday's America East quarterfinal against New Hampshire with 1,804 points, 1,010 rebounds, and 418 assists as she aims for a conference tournament title. 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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