Good morning, Bangor.

On Saturday, Mike Laliberte completed his annual challenge by flipping a 400-lb tire for one mile in just under 3.5 hours to raise money for Maine Veterans Project — a challenge he has taken on for 11 years and plans to improve next year.

The sheriff’s office said first responders reached South Patten Road at about 9:30 a.m. Saturday when a GMC truck made a U-turn from a scenic turnout and collided with an oncoming Dodge truck—killing the 82-year-old GMC driver, injuring a child, and sending two adults plus three children from the Dodge to a nearby hospital while investigators continue to piece together the crash.

Saint Dominic Academy’s baseball team won its fourth consecutive Class D state championship and eighth overall title on Saturday at the University of Maine’s Mahaney Diamond by defeating Bangor Christian 14-6—after the school closed permanently due to financial concerns from the Diocese of Portland.

Medomak Valley High won the state softball final with a score of 1 to 0 over Hermon when sophomore pitcher Sidney Nicholls struck out 12 batters and held Hermon hitless in key moments—earning the Panthers their first Class B title since 1995 at the Labat Softball Complex in Orono.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.