Today
in Bangor
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The NTSB on Friday released a preliminary report on the January plane crash at Bangor International Airport where six died, stating that the engines maintained full takeoff power + no evidence of a flight control malfunction was found before the plane experienced multiple explosions. WABI 5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New data from the Maine Department of Marine Resources showed that lobstermen hauled 78.8 million pounds of lobster in 2025—down from 110.7 million pounds in 2021—as trade wars, inflation and a late molt reduced their catch value, while lobster remained the dominant fishery. Bangor Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Downeast OB/GYN announced on Friday that it will close; its final business day is July 2 and patients will soon receive written notice. Dr. Christopher Rumsey said the closure follows the loss of two physician partners and a midwife and he will join Women’s Healthcare of Maine. WABI 5
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from the American Community Survey show Maine's vacant home rate dropped from nearly 25% to about 20% statewide between 2015–19 and 2020–24 (most empty homes are seasonal), so housing supply stays tight as rising demand pushes prices higher. The Piscataquis Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine freshman forward Ace Flagg, nicknamed Honey Badger, was named to the America East all-rookie team on Friday — he and the Black Bears will face NJIT today at 4 p.m. in Newark. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ UMaine men's hockey team faces Vermont today in a season finale that will decide their playoff seeding; if BU earns two more points, UMaine will become the sixth seed, host a playoff game & play an extra postseason match. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Guard Maddie Provost of Lawrence High and guard Nolan Ames of Camden Hills Regional were crowned Miss and Mr. Maine Basketball winners on Friday at the MacDonald’s All-Star Banquet in Bangor (hosted by the Maine Association of Basketball Coaches). Provost led her team to a state title while Ames scored 30 points in the tournament. 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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