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Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported two drownings in central Maine in the past 24 hours and urged holiday weekend swimmers to use designated areas with lifeguards, know their limits, and avoid deep or cold water—warnings meant to reduce the risk of similar accidents. FOX Bangor
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men—Brian Gleason from Winslow and Milciades Diaz-Soto from Charlestown—were arrested in central Maine on Tuesday for allegedly trafficking cocaine and fentanyl when police seized over a pound of cocaine, fentanyl, $2,000 and a .38 handgun during a search of Gleason’s apartment; they are held without bail at Kennebec County Jail pending court appearance. Bangor Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Penquis is leading the Maine Highlands Economic Development Initiative to create sustainable full-time jobs in rural areas of Penobscot and Piscataquis counties. Regional meetings—Tuesday, July 8 at the Katahdin Higher Education Center in East Millinocket and Tuesday, July 15 at the Lincoln Town Office in Lincoln—will allow local residents and leaders to share ideas and guide the plan. The Piscataquis Observer
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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.
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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.
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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.
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MVP Summer Food Drive
All day — Cole Land Transportation Museum — Donations welcome — Contribute non-expired canned goods and pasta to support local veterans.
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