Good morning, Bangor.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.