Good morning, Bangor.

Acadian Seaplants, a Canada-based seaweed company, closed its Maine operations in Jonesboro in April because high exchange rates + tariffs raised transportation costs.

The shutdown affected six employees and 30 contractors and ended a key part of the rockweed harvest that supported local jobs and industry.

Maine State Police arrested 65-year-old Raymond Brown at a Bangor traffic stop on Broadway at around 4:15 p.m. Thursday—41 years after 18-year-old Linda Maxwell was last seen in Calais and her body was recovered two days later from the St. Croix River near Robbinston.

114 years ago, a fierce fire started in a hay shed and quickly spread in downtown Bangor, destroying nearly 100 businesses, 260 homes, and many landmarks — leading to the creation of a central park where the post office and Norumbega Hall once stood.

The city rebuilt with stronger brick and steel buildings and now preserves the memory of the fire at the Hose 5 museum.

Maine state officials led by Secretary of State Shenna Bellows asked federal authorities to phase in the Real ID rule by issuing warnings to travelers instead of disrupting travel starting May 7th—while TSA officials said they plan to enforce the rule as scheduled.

Today, the city of Bangor will begin paving Washington Street from Broad to Oak—drivers will face detours and delays as the westbound lane is closed periodically from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

A new 50-unit senior housing project will start construction next month on a vacant lot between Sunset and Texas avenues, with 44 one-bedroom apartments and six two-bedroom units for low-income seniors managed by the Bangor Housing Authority — the building will feature on-site laundry, a rooftop solar array, and wheelchair-accessible units, and residents are expected to move in around the Fourth of July. The development is the first phase of a two-part project that aims to ease Bangor’s tight housing market.

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.

Canoe the Historic Penobscot River

River adventure — Full day — Penobscot River, Old Town, ME — $135 — Experience wildlife and rich history while canoeing one of Maine's premier waterways.

CoComelon Melon Patch Musical

6-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Fun for families — Ms. Appleberry and JJ invite kids to a joyful musical adventure in the Melon Patch.