Today
in Bangor
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The award-winning Finding Our Voices campaign (launched on March 25, 2020 when businesses closed due to COVID-19) will mark its five-year anniversary soon as its window poster project has expanded to over 100 towns statewide. The grassroots effort began with 14 survivors and 70 merchants and now offers support including financial aid and donated dental care to help domestic abuse victims rebuild their lives. The Piscataquis Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology determined that a skull in its collection belongs to a Penobscot child aged 12—15 and will return the remains to Maine following the wishes of local tribes. The repatriation will occur on or after April 18. Bangor Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine will roll out its new Pine Tree license plates on May 1 as a replacement for the nearly 25-year-old Chickadee design—Mainers renewing registration can choose the Pine Tree design or a plain plate, with it costing $25 to keep the same number and conversion finishing by April 2026. WGAN
- ➤ Lawmakers from different sides backed a bill introduced Tuesday by Rep. Vicki Doudera that would protect people who hold guns for others from legal action—aiming to help with issues like suicide prevention and home safety. The measure has bipartisan support from leaders including Rep. Amy Arata and Sen. Joe Martin and now awaits a public hearing. The Piscataquis Observer
- ➤ Legislative leaders announced a bipartisan storm preparedness bill headed to the legislature that will invest $15 million in grant funding to help Maine homeowners reduce flood risks—this measure also creates a State Resilience Office to enhance emergency response systems statewide after the bill passed unanimously in the Housing and Economic Development Committee on Tuesday. WABI 5
- ➤ The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife released its proposed 2025 moose permit numbers for each wildlife management district, unchanged from 2024. The state will accept permit applications online starting April 1 until 11:59 p.m. May 15, and a public hearing is scheduled for April 8 at 4 p.m.—the lottery drawing will be held on Saturday, June 21 in Farmington. Bangor Daily News
-
The Addams Family Musical
The Addams Family is a quirky musical that humorously explores the eccentricities of a unique family dynamic.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Great Home Expo
Various times — Cross Insurance Center — Check local listings — An excellent opportunity for Maine businesses to showcase their products and services.
-
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.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Today in Bangor
Welcome to the Today in Bangor, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Bangor, Maine community. If you like the Today in Bangor, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Bangor.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Bangor and across Maine. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Bangor
A free Bangor community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinbangor.com/sitemap