Good morning, Bangor.

The Widows Sons Low XII chapter will host a fundraising ride on Sunday, June 1 at 10 a.m.—bikers will ride in honor of Marvin Tarbox who died in 2011 during a local parade.

All proceeds will go to Bangor charities as the group reported raising over $200,000 last year for the Bangor Homeless Shelter and food pantries.

Two horses died Tuesday afternoon in Eddington when a truck hauling them hit a tree — which forced the trailer to detach — and one horse died instantly while the other was euthanized as the driver was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

Sawyer’s Shave Ice will open a new downtown store on Saturday, May 17 at 173 Park St., Suite C in Bangor—its grand opening will run from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm with a ribbon cutting, 10% off all orders, and free giveaways for the first 50 customers, including KIDZ BOP tickets and a chance to win free shave ice for a year.

Andrea Annis, 35, is accused of starting a fire that burned her Rockport home on Tuesday afternoon — she faces charges of arson, refusing to submit to arrest, burning prohibited material and burning without a permit, escaped the blaze on her own, was taken to the hospital for evaluation and will be transferred to Knox County Jail in Rockland after her release.

On Monday night, Bangor police stopped Thomas Pope, 48, near the intersection of Hammond and Union when drugs were found in the vehicle—video showed him removing a bag of drugs and tossing it from his pants despite his denial—and he now faces charges of aggravated drug trafficking and of violating his release conditions.

BREWER — Officials said the multi-million dollar Route 9 Connector, in planning for over twenty years and under construction for three years, will open mid-July to cut travel time by about 10 minutes for truckers and local commuters on a new six-mile road with 12-foot lanes and 8-foot shoulders.

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.

Matt Friend Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Tickets available — Experience the comedic talents of Matt Friend, a young comedian and impressionist who brings a refreshing old soul perspective to humor.

Veazie Garden Club Annual Plant Sale

10 AM - 1 PM — 304 Stillwater Avenue Furniture — Free entry — Shop for a variety of plants and gently used gardening tools at this community favorite event.

Halsey Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Tickets from $68 — Experience Halsey's energizing performance alongside rising stars Sir Chloe and Hope Tala.

This Extraordinary Place: The Allagash Wilderness Waterway

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Sea Dog Brewing Co — Free entry — Engage in networking and discussion about Maine's stunning wilderness waterway.