Good morning, Bangor.

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order that stops ICE from deporting Eyidi Ambila, a Maine resident detained for eight months after a felony conviction.

His case, challenged by the ACLU, remains under review as he awaits a final decision on his immigration status.

State Rep. Kenneth Fredette said people deserve answers over the Newport District Courthouse closure due to mold + residents have been forced to drive to Bangor for court business.

The judicial branch works with limited funds and awaits a budget decision by June 18 + landlord rent negotiations add to the uncertainty.

On May 28, nearly 100 community organizations met at the Hall of Flags to urge lawmakers to restore the Cost of Living Adjustments for Direct Care Service Rates after the state's budget suspended them for two years—warning that without COLAs, providers would struggle to retain workers and lose $137 million in federal match funds.

Former Hampden Academy runner Helen Shearer is one of two UMaine athletes competing at the NCAA East Regionals in Jacksonville, Florida; she will run the women’s 3,000 meter steeplechase on Saturday at 5:40 p.m. while teammate Cheyenne Figueroa starts the hammer throw today at 10 a.m.—both earned silver at the America East Conference Championships.

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.

National Cancer Survivor Day Celebration

11 AM – 1 PM — Mason's Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate life and resilience with inspiring survivor stories and a walk along the riverwalk.

30th Annual Maine Child Welfare Education Conference

7:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Not specified — Engaging discussions and networking opportunities surrounding child welfare in Maine.