Good morning, Bangor.

A fire started last Tuesday night in the 20,000 sqft reclaim area at Eagle Point Energy Recovery Center in Orrington after improperly disposed batteries sparked flames, and firefighters brought the blaze under control by noon Wednesday with no injuries.

Organizations accept nominations for the 2026 Fly Rod Crosby Outdoor Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring Maine's first registered outdoor guide.

Nominees must have (at least 40 combined years of hunting, trapping, and fishing) and applications are due by July 1 via the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife website.

Maine’s Department of Labor said the unemployment rate held steady at 3.1% in May — marking the 53rd month in a row below 4% and the longest stretch in state history.

Maine’s antlerless deer permit lottery will open Thursday, June 25 and run through July 30 with the drawing on Aug.

13; changes for 2026 include new unlimited-permit districts, antlerless permits available in WMDs 2 & 5 and an extended muzzleloader season in select areas.

The Maine State Treasurer’s office announced that 34,000 unclaimed property checks, ranging from $10 to $5,000, will start being mailed on Thursday after matching records with the Maine Revenue Service (checks are expected statewide).

Planned Parenthood Action Fund endorsed Senate candidate Graham Platner at a recent event, plus he criticized incumbent Susan Collins' voting record.

Platner replaced Gov. Mills after her campaign ended and will face Collins on Election Day in November.

Anglers from Bangor who head to Maine's coast find bluefish fishing most active when water temperatures hit the mid-60s to mid-70s, typically at dawn or dusk.

Fishing conditions vary by tide and location, so those planning a summer outing should check local reports and be prepared for a strong challenge.

Deer Park Village—a Milford development for 142 condos for older adults—is mid-construction and up for sale at an asking price of $1.8 million, with completed infrastructure and approved plans.

The sellers, Richard and Judy Storm, have not explained the change as construction continues.

Realty of Maine’s Tricia Largay listed the 14,630 sqft former Family Dollar building at State Street and Broadway for nearly $1.4M.

The property sits on 1.42 acres with over 50 parking spaces (a key selling point), and a credit union will break ground across the street later this summer.

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.

Paul Doiron Book Launch Event

6:00 – 7:30 PM — Bangor Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the release of 'Storm Tide' with author Paul Doiron and enjoy a Q&A session.

Wheels for Warriors Car Show

10 AM – 3 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Free entry — Celebrate automotive passion at Maine's premier car show featuring a variety of vehicles.