Good morning, Bangor.

Mary Hunter turned 103 at her birthday party in Bangor where she played the spoons as live music filled the room.

Her daughter Janet Ely noted her love of learning and that she now looks forward to taking ukulele lessons (a testament to her lifelong spirit).

Bucksport's longtime outdoor pool is closed due to a mysterious leak that lost six inches daily, costing about $27,000 in water since it was last filled.

Town officials are weighing repair options amid tight funds & exploring creative funding to keep it open in the future.

WERU, based in East Orland, has named Kristen Spalding (41) as its new general manager starting in August as longtime manager Matt Murphy retires after 27 years.

The station, which relies on listener donations, expects a smooth leadership transition.

On June 14, staff at Fielder’s Choice in Bangor spotted Sunny, an 8-month-old cockatiel from Hampden who had flown away from home.

Bangor police later returned her to her relieved family — a reunion that ended four days of worry.

The Blue Angels will headline the Great State of Maine Air Show this weekend at Brunswick Executive Airport after practicing their signature maneuvers on Thursday, and tickets for Saturday have sold out while a few remain for Sunday—organizers expect the event to boost the midcoast economy by $20 million.

Bangor’s Congregation Beth El welcomes new Rabbi Daniel Alter after a year of lay leadership.

He will hold his first Shabbat service today and plans to use playful teaching methods at the religious school he leads.

The National Park Service is expanding opportunities at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument during its 10th anniversary year.

Families and hikers can join weekend birdwalks until Sept. 5 and explore new picnic areas, interpretive panels, and easy trails along the Loop Road — a fresh way to enjoy summer.

Bangor’s Capehart neighborhood is facing an invasive emerald ash borer beetle infestation.

The city’s forestry division has marked trees for insecticide injection — 12 dead trees were removed and 60 others treated to protect public safety.

In June, Maine home prices reached a record high with a median of $436,000 and a 7.3 percent rise in sales; experts noted strong demand and the highest 70-month inventory, with Cumberland and Oxford counties showing notable changes.

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.