Today
in Bangor
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sixty Maine veterans received a warm welcome with cheers and hugs at Bangor International Airport Sunday after their trip to Washington, D.C.; Senator Susan Collins joined locals honoring their service. Honor Flight Maine’s next trip (Sept. 18–20) will offer more chances to show gratitude later this year. News Center Maine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Reporters compared prices for 10 grocery staples at six local stores last week as shoppers said rising fuel costs force them to visit multiple locations for deals, with prices for beef ranging from $2.99 to $10.99 (highlighting noticeable price swings). Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penquis Valley School released its third quarter honor roll, listing students earning high honors and honors across grades 5 – 12, which highlights strong academic achievement this term. The Piscataquis Observer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maine's state-run sludge program was promoted as a free fertilizer in the 1980s (despite early warnings about toxins) and later led to PFAS contamination on farms and residences. Officials banned sludge spreading in 2022 after tests revealed unsafe chemical levels. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Lone star ticks linked to red meat allergies have been seen in Maine, though experts say the public health risk today remains low. MaineHealth ecologist Chuck Lubelczyk advises residents to use tick prevention methods+ check for bites after outdoor activities. Bangor Daily News
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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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