Today
in Bangor
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Marden’s will open its new Bangor store next Monday at 9 a.m. on Springer Drive (site of the former Burlington Coat Factory) while the Brewer location has closed. WABI 5
- ➤ Downtown Bangor Partnership is offering 'glow up' grants for businesses to improve storefronts with up to $2,500 from DaVinci Signs + five grants will be awarded, with applications accepted online until the end of March. News Center Maine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Since Monday, the average price of one gallon of regular gas in Maine has risen by eight cents, & diesel has increased by 13 cents since the start of the week, while nationally prices rose by 15 cents amid rising crude oil uncertainty per AAA data. Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting a gardening webinar titled 'Helping Food Security from Your Backyard: Simple Ways to Grow for Good' on Tuesday, March 31 from 6 to 7:15 P.M. Participants can learn simple steps to donate homegrown produce and boost local food security. FOX Bangor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hermon Fire Department adopted a new diagnostic system called one dose and one weight to measure patients' weight on stretchers and calculate correct medication dosages + the change aims to reduce errors and let responders address other needs. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Public health officials reported that 39 HIV cases linked to an outbreak in Penobscot County have been recorded. Many patients injected drugs or experienced homelessness and community groups are ramping up testing and prevention efforts. Bangor Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Brittany McHatten covered a free whoopie pie day at Box of Maine in Brewer and Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream’s opening day in Bangor, signaling spring’s arrival. The events were held before today and featured free treats and the season's first scoops. WABI 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine hockey senior Brandon Holt & junior right wing Josh Nadeau were named to the All-Hockey East first team by league coaches, marking the first time since 1998-99 that two Black Bears earned this honor. Holt was named best defensive defenseman while Nadeau led in conference goals. Bangor Daily News
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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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Ballroom Dancing with Robert Causey
8-9 p.m. — The Wilson Center — Free entry — Learn various styles of Ballroom Dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere with no partner required.
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S-T-R-E-T-C-H Your Teaching Workshop 2026
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — United Technologies Center-Region 4 — Free entry — Enhance teaching skills and bring fresh energy to the classroom with engaging breakout sessions.
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