Good morning, Bangor.

Bangor police shut down the intersections at Hammond & Main and Harlow and Exchange streets Saturday morning when a suspicious package was found along the Pride parade route; the bomb squad cleared it by 1:30 p.m. during the annual event.

Bangor Savings Bank issued $711 million in home loans last fiscal year after a steep 2024 downturn while increasing community development lending for affordable housing.

The bank will open new branches soon & invest in tools to support local loan customers.

Dirigo Reads is looking to expand its program for the 2026-27 school year as Chair Dan Cashman said more schools are being recruited to give each first grader a new book every month.

The program also became a beneficiary of the TD Beach to Beacon 10K.

Earlier in June, a local angler revisited a little-known river and caught a memorable brook trout amid ongoing rain and brisk conditions.

He recounted the heart-pounding challenge with clear emotion—an experience that evoked childhood fishing memories and deepened his bond with local waters.

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.