Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Bangor.
A man aged 50 in Corinna fled his home on Moody Mills Road after a firearm discharged during an altercation and later turned himself in, facing charges for domestic violence criminal terrorizing & domestic violence reckless conduct.
A man from Corinna turned himself in after a gun was fired during a domestic dispute on Moody Mills Road Sunday evening—Jeremy Eldridge now faces charges of domestic violence criminal threatening and domestic violence reckless conduct, and no injuries were reported.
Millions in federal funding for the University of Maine system have been paused—jeopardizing key services like Maine AgrAbility that support farmers, fishermen, and loggers, and the university has canceled upcoming trainings and services.
Officials say they are working to restore funding while continuing to honor financial offers to graduate students.
Bangor has launched an investigation into Councilor Joe Leonard's claims that Finance Director David Little misallocated city funds and lied during a May 7 budget workshop— local firm Rudman Winchell will review the case over at least six weeks.
The dispute led to Little submitting his resignation, effective in July, after a contentious public meeting that raised concerns about legal risks for the city.
On May 27, the Northern Maine Moose boys lacrosse team came from behind to win 9-6 against Bangor High School Rams while goalie Carter Smith made key saves, and they lost 13-6 at home to Camden Hills Regional High School on May 28.
Coach Adam Simoes said the team will review film and run drills—steps they plan to take to secure a playoff spot.
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.
Mini Golf and Ice Cream Social
6-8 p.m. — Fielder's Choice Ice Cream — RSVP required — Enjoy a fun evening of mini golf and ice cream with friends in Bangor.
An Evening with Timothy Cotton
5-7 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Book purchase required — Celebrate the release of 'Donut Holes for the Soul' and meet Bangor's own author Timothy Cotton.
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