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in Bangor
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 3, Maine credit union leaders attended a national awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. where the Campaign for Ending Hunger won the Herb Wegner Memorial Award—honoring its longstanding work to help Mainers face hunger. The Piscataquis Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Due to cuts in the AmeriCorps Summer Vista Program, Center Theatre will run only four children’s summer drama camps at Dover-Foxcroft, Monson and Greenville this summer with enrollment capped at 16 so more than 70 children might miss out. The theatre is fundraising at least $5,000 (plus extra funds needed to restart additional camps) to support the camp schedule set for dates in June, July and August. The Piscataquis Observer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Snow melting across Maine has led officials to monitor rising spruce budworm numbers that may harm northern forests by killing trees and raising wildfire risk. A consortium of North Maine Woods, the state, and local landowners will begin spraying larvae on 250,000 acres late May/early June with a $15 million investment+ to protect $794 million in economic value. WABI 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Nokomis and UMaine star Kelly Flagg now cheers on her sons as Cooper, Duke’s Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year and top draft prospect recovering from an ankle injury, and Ace, a high school state champion set to join UMaine next season, gain support both on and off the court. She said on Monday that balancing travel and game schedules is hard—Maine fans are excited for the boost Ace will bring to the program. Bangor Daily News
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The Addams Family Musical
The Addams Family is a quirky musical that humorously explores the eccentricities of a unique family dynamic.
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Husson University Men's Lacrosse Game
4-7 p.m. | John P. Boucher Field | Free entry | Watch the Husson Eagles face off against the Salem State Vikings in an exciting lacrosse match.
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Bangor Boat Show
7:59 PM - 11:59 PM | Cross Insurance Center | Cost varies | Discover an array of boats and accessories at the Bangor Boat Show.
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STRETCH Your Teaching Workshop
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — United Technologies Center-Region 4 — Registration required — Enhance your teaching skills with this inclusive professional development workshop for educators.
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Senior Living Excellence Showcase
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Fairmount Boarding House, Bangor, ME | Free entry | Explore award-winning senior living communities and their commitment to quality dining and activities.
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Come From Away Musical
7:00-8:30 p.m. | Cross Insurance Center | Ticket prices vary | Experience the heartwarming true story of a small town's kindness after 9/11 through a stirring musical.
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Trailblazing Women of Country
7-10 p.m. — Collins Center for the Arts — Tickets from $30 — Celebrate the legendary women of country music, featuring their iconic hits performed by rising stars.
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Great Home Expo
Various times — Cross Insurance Center — Check local listings — An excellent opportunity for Maine businesses to showcase their products and services.
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20th Annual Spring Paving Seminar
7:15 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Cost information not available — Engage with industry professionals at this informative seminar on paving techniques.
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Ricky Montgomery Performance
7 p.m. — Collins Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Ricky Montgomery's journey in music with his electro-laced, emo-tinged alt-pop hits.
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