Today
in Bangor
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bangor Police reported that a motorcyclist died when his bike collided with a tractor trailer at the intersection of Broadway and Burleigh Road Friday afternoon around 4 p.m., and the road was closed for several hours for accident reconstruction. WABI 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MaineDOT officials announced Friday that the I-395/Route 9 Connector will open with a ribbon cutting ceremony next Friday—June 27, and traffic will start on the weekend of June 28. The $107 million project creates a direct 6-mile link to ease congestion and features five bridges, two snowmobile crossings and several wildlife and stream crossings. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Maine Army National Guard renamed the Woodville Training Area—now the PFC Charles Lola and PFC Samuel J. Dana Training Area—to honor two Passamaquoddy soldiers who fought bravely in 1918 on the Western Front. Local residents said the new name keeps the heroes' memory alive and teaches soldiers about their proud past. News Center Maine
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Camp Hope offers a free, week-long overnight camp at Camp Jordan in Ellsworth — a collaboration between Northern Light Health and the Bangor YMCA — designed for families with a child affected by cancer to enjoy camp activities like swimming, games, and campfires while taking a break from hospital routines. This longstanding program has provided a space for healing and connection for over 30 years. FOX Bangor
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Maine beaches allow dogs but rules vary by town and season—some towns let leashed pets in the early morning or evening while others restrict them during peak summer to protect nesting birds and ensure public safety. Visitors should check local websites for updated pet policies before planning a trip. News Center Maine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ellie Austin, a senior at Howland’s Penobscot Valley High, returned to play softball this year after not playing since middle school as her friends urged her to join. She is hitting .490 with 25 runs batted in as one of eight finalists for the Miss Maine Softball award, and her team will play today in the State Class D championship game at 12:30 p.m. at the Pierre and Catherine Labat Softball Complex in Orono — a key moment in her final season. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Senior center fielder Kyle Kenny hit a three-run inside the park home run in a Class B North regional championship game Tuesday night — giving Ellsworth an 8-5 lead. That hit sent the team into the state championship — they will face Greely Saturday at 1 p.m. at the University of Maine in Orono. Bangor Daily News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race
9:45-10:45 a.m. — Brewer Auditorium — Entry fee required — Experience Maine's fastest road race as you gear up for the Brewer-Bangor parade.
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Downtown Bangor Sidewalk Art Festival 2025
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Pierce Park, 125 Harlow St. — Free entry — Celebrate local creativity with over 100 Maine artists, live music, and delicious food in the heart of Bangor.
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Crush Cancer Fundraiser Ball
7-11:59 p.m. — Blue Sky Lounge — Tickets required — Dance the night away while raising funds to fight cancer in a fun and stylish atmosphere.
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Talent Show Week
July 21-27 — Bangor / Holden KOA Holiday — Free entry — Unleash your creativity and showcase your unique skills during a fun-filled talent showcase.
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