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in Bangor
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mason’s Brewing Company in Brewer is serving desserts inspired by Girl Scout cookies as part of Cookie Palooza, offering dishes like Samoa cheesecake and lemon Crème brûlée. One dollar from each dessert (until they run out) goes to Girl Scouts of Maine, with a peanut butter treat coming later. WABI 5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ North Yarmouth father Ryan Jennings died saving his children from a rip current in Florida on April 1 & coworkers and friends remember him as a devoted family man while a GoFundMe raised more than $176,000 for his family. News Center Maine
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine held nearly $400 million in unclaimed property as of Monday morning, including bank accounts, life insurance policies, uncashed checks & unpaid wages. Mainers can visit maineunclaimedproperty.gov to see if they have funds waiting to be claimed. Bangor Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (marking 25 years) as local advocates urge open conversation to honor survivors and stress prevention; today supporters wear teal to mark National Day of Action and boost community efforts to address a public health issue. FOX Bangor
- ➤ RSV immunizations for infants and toddlers have been extended through the end of April as higher positivity rates prompt the change (Maine CDC noted moderate activity with 14 hospitalizations last week). WABI 5
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bangor Marketplace and Residences LLC plans to turn a section of the Bangor Mall (the former Sears wing) into 175 market-rate condos. Michael Cole said the project aims to ease local housing shortages and fund further updates including retail space and outdoor green areas. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine native J.P. Estrella announced Monday on Instagram that he entered the NCAA transfer portal after helping his team reach the Elite Eight. He will join a new college program soon while recovering from a foot injury that required surgery. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Newport’s Cooper Flagg, a Maine native from AAU days, scored 51 points Friday + 46 Sunday, joining NBA legends as one of the few rookies with three 45-point games. His historic weekend makes him the top Rookie of the Year favorite as he leads his team amid injuries. Bangor Daily News
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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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