Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
Good morning, Bangor.
The Cool Girl Collective has moved to 575 Main Street and the parking issues have been resolved, owner Jess Stuart said.
Not Your Grandma's Flea Market will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—featuring vendors like vintage clothing collectors, tarot readers and tattoo artists at the new location.
A Bangor man said he found about two dozen Easter eggs with flyers containing White Supremacist propaganda at Talbot Park on Easter Sunday—these flyers showed false statistics, an antisemitic website link, and a photo of a teen fatally stabbed in Texas, and he later destroyed them after sharing his discovery online.
Between 2014 and 2024, Maine's electricity price jumped from 12.65 cents to 19.62 cents per kilowatt hour—a 55 percent increase that ranked as the third fastest rise in the country.
Energy experts blame higher natural gas costs, steep storm recovery expenses, and generous solar incentives while state leaders work to secure clean, affordable energy for the future.
State officials say Maine’s plan to use more local renewable energy faces stiff challenges—rising electric rates and cost uncertainties are delaying wind projects and main heat pump programs.
The plan also depends on new electric vehicle incentives and transmission projects that must overcome public and market hurdles.
Federal appellate judges denied Rep. Libby’s motion for an emergency injunction on April 25—leaving House Speaker Ryan Fecteau’s censure in place, which means Libby cannot vote or speak on the House floor unless she apologizes for a social media post.
The decision comes after a lower court denied her request and keeps the current restrictions until her legal challenge continues.
Efficiency Maine has launched a new three-year plan to reduce energy use in homes and businesses while offering rebates and upgrades funded by a regional greenhouse gas credit market—despite federal funding uncertainty.
The program is expected to help 38,000 homes switch exclusively to heat pumps by 2028 and includes nearly 10,000 weatherization upgrades along with improved systems for schools and businesses.
Blippi: Join the Band Tour
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Family-friendly event — Experience a lively musical adventure with Blippi and Meekah in Bangor.
Walk In Ceramics Open Studio
11-5 p.m. — Generations Boutique & Art Studio — Average ceramic prices start at $10 — Paint your own ceramics in a fun and relaxing environment with family-friendly options.
Skillful Strides 2025
10 a.m. — United Technologies Center-Region 4 — Fundraising event — Celebrate fitness and fun while supporting a good cause.
Mean Girls Musical
7-8:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious hit musical direct from Broadway featuring the witty writing of Tina Fey.
Melodies For The Mind
6-9 p.m. — Husson University — Fundraiser for Unlimited Solutions Clubhouse — Experience an enchanting evening of music for a great cause.
New Renaissance Spring Concert
7-9 p.m. — UUSB — Free entry — Experience an evening of uplifting music with the New Renaissance Singers as they present 'Hope Lingers Here'.
The Loggers' Expo
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Cost info not specified — Connect with industry leaders at the premier event for forest industry equipment and services.
The Great World Peace 5K
12-5 p.m. — 115 13th St, Bangor, ME — Registration fee applies — Participate in a peaceful celebration through a fun run for the community.
Bass Park After Dark
4-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant night market with vendors, food trucks, and live music under the stars.
Avril Lavigne Concert
12:00 PM - 7:59 PM — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a spectacular live performance from Avril, praised by fans for her stunning vocals and energy.
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