Today
in Bangor
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor nonprofit Dignity First received $2M in federal funds to build a tiny home village aimed at helping people facing homelessness. The organization plans to start with a few 120 sqft homes and work with the city to finalize a location by year’s end. FOX Bangor
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Medford father suffered critical injuries on I-95 in Veazie after he stopped to help when an 18-year-old crashed amid snowy, slick conditions Monday — he now faces multiple surgeries and his family launched a GoFundMe for his medical bills. WABI 5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rasa is finalizing its move to open an Indian buffet restaurant at 175 Exchange St.+ The restaurant will offer a lunch buffet daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and serve an exclusive IPA from Bissell Brothers Brewing Company, with plans to open on Mar. 31 or Apr. 1. WABI 5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ AMHC, the Presque Isle-based mental health provider serving rural Maine, faced a ransomware attack by a Russia-based cybercrime group this month and is working with cyber incident specialists to investigate the network disruption, a spokesperson said. Bangor Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian John Mulaney will perform at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor on Nov. 5 as part of his Mister Whatever tour. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Maine radio veteran George Hale, 94, said he holds no grudge after being dismissed from his early morning show on WVOM, thanking local support including Gov. Janet Mills. Hale, who celebrated a 77-year career, noted he would use his time to spend more with family and focus on his health. Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Candace Chase of Milo was elected to membership in The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi at the University of Maine, joining a select group of top candidates through an invitation-only process (only the best qualify). The Piscataquis Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday at the State House, Maine Agriculture Day offered farmers a chance to meet with lawmakers, honor Emily Smith as Maine Farmer of the Year, & discuss a proposed $50 million bond to support local farms while marking 2026 as the Year of the Woman Farmer. WABI 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine senior forward Adrianna Smith was named ECAC Division I Player of the Year and earned All-ECAC first team honors Wednesday. The 6-foot player from Reston led America East in stats and is one of five finalists for the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Award (winner announced April 1). Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Maine Hockey’s Josh Nadeau goes pro after Laval Rocket signed him to a one-year, one-way AHL contract for the rest of the season — the 22-year-old recorded 17 goals and 13 assists in 30 NCAA games for the University of Maine. WABI 5
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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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Riff Johnson Live
6-10 p.m. — Bogeys — Tickets available — Experience Riff Johnson's nostalgic tunes as he performs live in his home state of Maine.
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E-Waste Fundraising Event
8-11 a.m. — Challenger Learning Center of Maine — Suggested donation $10+ — Recycle old electronics and support STEM programs for students across Maine.
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ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification
9 AM – 5 PM — University of Maine Cooperative Extension — $150 for course and exam — Gain nationally-recognized certification essential for food industry professionals.
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The Nite Show Live Honoring George Hale
6-8 p.m. — Gracie Theatre — Ticket proceeds support Brewer Community School music & theatre — A lively tribute to broadcasting icon George Hale.
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The Garbologists
Apr 23 – May 10 — Penobscot Theatre Company — Ticket info TBA — Explore the hidden stories behind our discarded items through the eyes of a city sanitation worker.
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