Good morning, Bangor.

A 25-year-old woman from Eddington died when her Toyota RAV4 hit a tree head-on Wednesday morning — sheriff’s deputies and local teams, including fire departments and the transportation department, are investigating the crash.

Federal prosecutors said several Maine properties were used as grow houses in a multimillion-dollar marijuana operation involving money laundering and human smuggling with ties to China—seven Chinese nationals and another individual have been charged while one remains a fugitive.

Maine Public held a town hall on Tuesday to explain how federal funding cuts may risk 12 percent — about $2.5 million — of its budget and affect emergency alert coverage; President and CEO Rick Schneider urged callers to contact senators for support.

Gov. Mills signed a law that ends new benefits for commercial solar projects and cuts compensation for existing solar arrays by about 20%—ratepayers paid $234 million in 2025.

Energy officials have until September 2026 to create a new renewable plan while some developers say the changes may hurt future investments.

Ruby Whitmore, a 16-year-old from Old Town with Type 1 diabetes, testified at a U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on Wednesday to support research funding that keeps her insulin pump and monitors up to date—she said modern technology helps her stay active and play sports.

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.

Design Fest 2025 Kickoff

9-11 a.m. — Rize - CoWorking & Collaboration Space — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and creative networking in a relaxed coworking atmosphere.