Good morning, Bangor.

Carlie Moscone of Brouse House Gardens has launched a community plant library on Columbia Street that offers a 'take what you want, leave what you can' system (gardening books, plant clippings, seeds) for local gardeners.

She will restock the library throughout summer.

MaskedMania will bring Lucha Libre to Cross Insurance Center Saturday, featuring WCW legend Vampiro as host and local favorite Smiley entertaining fans of all ages plus promising a colorful, family-friendly show.

Bangor Pride organizers announced a series of events for Pride Month that will include a parade with a new route down Water Street and a waterfront festival on Saturday, June 27.

They are seeking volunteers to help make the celebrations a safe space for all.

UMaine Police Department has introduced Bear, an English Labrador retriever, as a new comfort dog to support campus well-being.

He will be paired with Sgt. Jamey Dover at regular campus events.

The University of Maine System will begin its search for a new chancellor during the upcoming academic year as Dannel Malloy’s contract extension to June 2028 gives the board two years to find his successor.

David Daigler, president of Maine Community College System, announced at a board meeting at Eastern Maine Community College in Bangor that he will step down next year.

He will serve until the end of the 2026-27 academic year — and a search for his replacement is underway.

Dirigo Reads and Governor's Restaurants will hand out free books for children ages 4 through 7 at all Governor's locations on Saturday from 7am to 10am; Governor's will donate 10 percent of breakfast proceeds to Dirigo Reads (owner Jason Clay said the initiative boosts classroom excitement).

Municipal Waste Solutions’ advanced waste facility in Hampden has exceeded expectations, hitting 90% efficiency + over six hours of continuous runtime per shift since restarting on April 30, Municipal Wastehub said.

The facility will fully integrate all 115 communities by July.

The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy issued a recall for the Drip Burger cannabis strain after tests found unsafe levels of yeast and mold.

The product was sold at Belvidere Farm in Rockland and Rock Steady in Bangor.

Crews install beams on the I-95 Broadway Bridge on Thursday night while drivers follow detour routes until Friday 6 a.m.; Maine DOT will assist pedestrians during the final closure.

University of Maine women’s basketball team announced the addition of junior guard Taylor Schwab from Arizona Christian, who averaged 16.3 points per game last season and brings scoring & athleticism to fill gaps left by the loss of key scorers.

Ethan Burdick on The Little Ass Shed Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating melodies of rising star Ethan Burdick in a night of music.

31st Annual Maine Child Welfare Education Conference

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Registration required — Explore digital challenges and opportunities for child welfare in a tech-driven world.

Furball Festival 2026

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Binette Park — Free entry — Celebrate animals and community with food, vendors, and adoptable pets at this family-friendly festival.

Riff Johnson Live at Hollywood Casino

Venue Name — 4-7 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor — Admission TBA — Catch a talented one-man band with a nostalgic voice in his home state.

Broadway Karaoke Night

9:00 – 10:30 PM — The Stage Door — Cost not specified — Step into the spotlight and sing your favorite Broadway hits with a live audience cheering you on.