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in Bangor
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sixteen-year-old Jackson Boutilier of Monticello launched his business, Jackson’s Hustle and Muscle, to take on odd jobs like stacking wood and cleaning ovens after his family experienced homelessness; he is working to save for driver’s education and new tools as local requests for help keep increasing. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Local organizers held a hike for the homeless on Apr. 4 in Bangor. Neighbors joined the event to rally support and raise awareness about homelessness. WABI 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Maine hosted a send-off rally Saturday in Orono as its cheer & dance teams prepared for a national competition in Daytona. Black Bear fans boosted team spirit ahead of the event. WABI 5
- ➤ SAD 46 officials in Dexter are developing the 2026-27 school budget, meeting Wednesdays in April to draft the plan for upcoming board and referendum votes. They also approved a new school calendar with adjusted dates for teacher workshops, holiday break and the start of classes. The Piscataquis Observer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This week as April rain persists, a couple in Bangor is scheduling summer camping and sea kayak trips by marking off dates on their calendar to secure outdoor adventures — they say planning ahead leads to stress-free fun. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Newport native Cooper Flagg scored 51 points Friday for the Dallas Mavericks, becoming the first teenager to hit 50+ points in an NBA game as his team lost 123+121 to the Orlando Magic. He is now in contention for the Rookie of the Year award. News Center Maine
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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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