Good morning, Bangor.

Breeze Airways will start nonstop flights from Bangor International Airport to Raleigh Durham next Wednesday for Mainers seeking affordable summer travel.

Flights run every Wednesday and Saturday as part of Breeze’s expanded service from Bangor and Portland.

Ruth Griffith from Parkman, who earned valedictorian honors, is set to graduate from UMaine’s honors college this month after studying economics; she completed a project analyzing local economies and will join TD Bank’s risk management team in New York while planning to run a half marathon (showing her drive).

Bangor High School’s beekeeping club provides afterschool hands-on learning for students each Tuesday from April to November as they inspect hives, check for mites, and learn how pollinators support the food supply (funded by Maine Bee Wellness and led by instructor William Bell near the soccer field).

A new law lets Mainers with Canadian-born ancestors apply for citizenship, driving more document requests at the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Acadian Archives & experts help residents gather records to prove their family ties.

The Maine Department of Labor said PFML benefits—covering leave for a new child, serious health issues, and more—are now live in Bangor and across the state.

AARP urges caregivers to review eligibility and plan leave with employers at least 30 days ahead.

Bangor City Council voted 4 to 1 on Monday to apply for certification (from the Maine CDC) so that Bangor Public Health can offer a syringe delivery pilot for clients who cannot reach local services amid growing HIV concerns.

Great Home Expo by Hammond Lumber

12-3 a.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Various entry fees — Explore local businesses showcasing home improvement products and services.

Soul Friends Pet Expo

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The Furniture Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate local rescues and connect with potential soul friends for your future family.

Melodies for the Mind 2026

6-9 PM — Husson University — Fundraising event — Enjoy an evening of comedy and R&B music while supporting mental health recovery programs.

I Love The 90's Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Tickets available — Enjoy the beats of the 90s with Young MC and nostalgic hits.

Riff Johnson Live at Blue Sky Lounge

7-11 p.m. — Blue Sky Lounge — Cost Info not provided — Experience the energetic sounds of Riff Johnson, a one-man band with a nostalgic flair.