Good morning, Bangor.

Penquis is marking Disability Pride Month by offering local services such as Community Supports and Shared Living to help adults with disabilities build independence and connection.

Division Manager Christine Rice shared at the TV5 studio that these ongoing programs provide chances for personal growth (contact Penquis for more information).

Bangor Daily News reporters Callie Ferguson, Josh Keefe and Daniel O’Connor won top honors on Tuesday from the National Newspaper Association Foundation in the Better Newspaper Contest for their work on police accountability and the Washington County budget crisis.

Their pieces were chosen from more than 1,500 entries.

Bangor native Elliot Tuttle, a 26-year-old Bangor High School alum, debuted his dark drama Blue Film.

The Los Angeles-set movie, following two Maine men, premiered in theaters on May 8 and is now available to rent on video on-demand platforms.

The Maine Department of Marine Resources asked NOAA Fisheries to review if section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act can boost salmon recovery, which may allow future catch-and-release if populations rebound.

The department will expand restoration and citizen science projects to help reconnect the public with Maine rivers.

LifeFlight of Maine has opened registration for its annual Cross for LifeFlight fundraiser, which runs throughout August with a new family-friendly 5K on Aug.

15 at Portland’s Back Cove Trail. The event aims to raise $200,000 to upgrade equipment and training for its crews.

The UMaine men’s hockey team will welcome 15 newcomers this season with six new defensemen, seven forwards and two goalies joining the veterans.

The team begins its six-week training program in Orono this week and features players with pro ECHL and AHL experience + proven skills.

Neal Cartonio caught a 16.34-pound lake trout on Moosehead Lake on Monday while fishing with his wife and dog; he said it was his biggest catch in over 20 years.

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.