Good morning, Bangor.

Six people, including four minors, were injured in a crash on Ridge Road in Robbinston Wednesday afternoon—three were flown to Bangor hospitals, with one in critical condition and two in serious condition.

On Friday, June 27, MaineDOT opened the new single lane I—395/Route 9 Connector for public use, cutting commute times and easing congestion as planned.

Brewer Fire Department Captain Brandon Randall said the six mile road lacks an on/off ramp for traffic diversion during emergencies, so response times outside Eddington may not improve.

Governor Mills returned to Maine Thursday night after a four-day trip to Canada where she met with premiers and officials to discuss tourism and trade.

She said the visit confirmed that Maine is open for business and helped address border-crossing concerns—further talks with Canadian leaders will strengthen travel and trade ties.

Gov. Mills wrote a letter to Maine's Congress urging them to reject the federal budget bill because it would cut health coverage, food benefits and clean energy tax breaks — measures that could harm rural hospitals and shift costs to Maine families — and she warned that the bill, which passed the U.S. House by a narrow margin, would have damaging consequences for the state.

Local OB/GYN Joseph Benoit celebrated his retirement Friday when colleagues, family, and patients gathered at Downeast OB/GYN after he provided care since 1986.

Benoit said he feels emotional about the support and plans to see his grandkids—travel with his wife and spend time at his second home in Georgia.

Northern Light Cancer Care celebrated a new era in patient care on Friday at the Lafayette Family Cancer Institute in Brewer when it cut the ribbon for its third linear accelerator—an upgrade from an older machine that had delayed treatments.

The state-of-the-art equipment was installed with a $12M donation from late John Marshall Webber to provide more accurate and timely radiation for patients.

Maine native Cooper Flagg was picked first overall by the Dallas Mavericks at the Barclays Center in New York and his longtime coaches Andy Bedard and Matt MacKenzie said they were overcome with emotion while watching him get drafted; they later celebrated with him at Dave—Buster's, noting his hard work and talent. The historic draft marked a proud moment for Maine basketball fans.

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.

MVP Summer Food Drive

All day — Cole Land Transportation Museum — Donations welcome — Contribute non-expired canned goods and pasta to support local veterans.