Good morning, Bangor.

Local Girl Scouts teamed up with the Holden police, the Maine Veterans Project, and Maine Military Supply to send 20 cases of cookies and thank you cards overseas for troops, though the shipment date remains uncertain.

The effort brings local support during divisive times.

Maine author Tim Caverly releases his new book The Allagash-A Hard Road to Wilderness, drawing on 32 years as a park ranger along the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.

He and his wife Susan have also led literacy programs across New England to promote Maine's natural heritage.

Veazie Community School was named the nation's top elementary/middle school by Education Insider magazine.

Principal Tim Tweedie said the school brings the community together and uses hands-on learning to boost student engagement.

Maine electric ratepayers could receive refunds for 15 years of overcharged power transmission costs after FERC set a new rate of 9.57% (potentially returning over $1 billion) and ordered utilities to repay customers, though legal challenges may delay the process.

Community Action is still accepting HEAP applications for heating assistance through May 29 even though winter has ended.

Applicants from Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties may receive benefits by June for next season.

A new Bangor housing project will create 60 supportive apartments on Corporate Drive with on-site services by Preble Street and state funding to help the city’s most vulnerable residents.

Construction for the first 30 units will begin later this summer with completion expected by next spring.

Bangor Mall is set for change as a local buyer has signed a contract with Namdar Realty Group; finalization is expected in 30 to 60 days.

Senator Joe Baldacci said the sale could mark a fresh start for the mall (aiming to revive its long-deteriorated condition).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.