Good morning, Bangor.

Penquis got a $10,000 grant to fix heating problems for 15 income-eligible households—helping families prepare for winter in Penobscot, Piscataquis and Knox counties.

The nonprofit was one of 20 chosen by the Maine Association of REALTORS Foundation, and the grant adds $20,000 in federal funds.

Local group Mainely Spinners donated $6,000 to Sarah’s House in Holden through an international wool challenge where teams quickly spin, shear and knit sweaters.

The group raised over $13,000 since 2023 and posted a near-record time (11 hours, 20 minutes, 48 seconds) against teams worldwide.

Lobster lovers and bargain hunters lined up early Monday at The Lobstah Buoy to enjoy a $10 lobster roll deal celebrating 10 years of customer support.

With orders limited to five per person & 650 rolls available, the deal drew a long line that included visitors from out of town.

Plumbing and heating wholesaler The Granite Group expanded in Maine by opening a branch in Caribou on June 2 and now operates 12 locations including Bangor and Sanford along the turnpike.

The company plans further growth driven by local sales leads.

Gas prices in Maine dropped nearly 12 cents to an average of $3.88 a gallon last week based on a survey of over 1,200 stations as global tensions between the U.S. and Iran add to uncertainty, and GasBuddy expects the national average will drop further this week.

Hampden fourth-grade teacher Jerdon Kiesman bought rights to the 1980s board game Ninestone after his students showed great interest at Weatherbee School.

He developed an online version and orders for physical copies will be accepted at Winterport Marketplace & The Briar Patch in Bangor.

Debsconeag Lakes Wilderness Area offers outdoor recreation from fishing to hiking among ancient trees and clear ponds, and a new accessible trail—set to open this summer—is under construction three miles down Hurd Pond Road.

A Maine couple fishing along Telos Road in Piscataquis County experienced a rare moment when a moose calf raced toward their truck with a black bear close behind — Todd drove the truck to scare off the bear and the calf later rejoined its mother while they caught brook trout.

Governor Mills will donate $100K from contingency funds to keep the Katahdin Higher Education Center in East Millinocket open while state partners develop a long-term plan to maintain local education, workforce training, and child care services since its 1987 opening.

Maine State Police are competing in a nationwide contest with a black cruiser replica that honors their 100th anniversary (featuring the state outline) to win a spot in next year's troopers calendar; local voters can support the effort online.

Swan’s Island residents will have a new seasonal walk-in first aid station starting July 6 that opens two hours daily Monday through Friday until Aug.

28. The community-led SIFA & local EMS effort fills healthcare gaps as summer visitors swell the island population and reduce emergency ferry delays.

Downtown Bangor’s McGuire Building, home to the historic Main Tavern and two public art pieces, was listed for sale at $2.7M.

The 22,000 sqft property also houses Robinson Ballet and six one-bedroom apartments + reflects decades of local heritage.

UMaine's men's hockey program landed its first NHL first-round pick when 6-foot-7 defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii verbally committed to join in the 2027-28 season pending NCAA acceptance + he was selected by the Flyers with the 27th overall pick from the London Knights.

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.