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in Bangor
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Elliana's Hope for Healing Memorial Walk will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, at the Bangor Waterfront and pass over the Joshua Chamberlain Bridge to a pink butterfly bench honoring Elliana Rose (who lost her fight against a rare skin disease). Funds raised will support research. FOX Bangor
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brewer School Department superintendent Greg Palmer (with a 31-year career) is retiring at the end of June, and his replacement is Dan Chadbourne from the Bangor School Department. Palmer maintained steady budget increases during his tenure. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, UMaine and the Maine Forest Service will conduct a controlled burn in the Dwight B. DeMeritt Forest near College Avenue Extension in Old Town if weather permits. Residents are advised to avoid the stretch as they may see smoke and extra ranger presence. Bangor Daily News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ MaineStream Finance in Bangor celebrates 25 years of offering flexible home and business loans & financial coaching since 2001. The nonprofit plans to expand services to help more residents build a stronger financial future. The Piscataquis Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Library Commission met Monday at the Maine State Library and reviewed updates to the patron behavior policy and library standards. The revisions will clarify age limits for unaccompanied children, ban leafleting in books and petition gatherings, and are set for further review at the June meeting. News Center Maine
- ➤ A report from Pew Charitable Trusts finds preapproved building plans cut construction costs by $5 to $10k per unit, yet Bangor's eight free plans have seen no takers. Maine lawmakers considered a program that was not funded while the city explores ways to ease permit delays & lower costs. Bangor Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pine Tree Urgent Care will open July 1 at 557 Hammond St in Bangor. The clinic is finishing renovations and will offer X-rays, laceration repairs, lab tests and more seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (its aim is to ease pressure on emergency rooms). Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at Anah Shrine on Thursday for the annual Healthy Aging Expo where over 70 vendors, including health care providers, housing specialists, and local businesses offered older adults support and resources (the Hearing Loss Association of America’s Downeast Chapter emphasized community connection). WABI 5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Endicott College rallied with two errors in the seventh inning to beat Husson 7-4 at Husson’s (Robert and Frances O’Keefe Softball Field) in Bangor, and Husson (now 36-5 after a 15-game streak) will face the loser of the second game between Colby and MIT Friday at 1:30 p.m. Bangor Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ballroom Dancing with Robert Causey
8-9 p.m. — The Wilson Center — Free — Learn various styles of ballroom dance in a friendly and inviting environment with no experience or partner required.
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