Good morning, Bangor.

The Bangor Region YMCA will host a fundraising event on water on August 6 with live music, cocktails, and auctions to support its essential programs.

Guests will board the Friendship FIVE from Waterfront Park at about 4:45 p.m. for a cruise down the Penobscot River to Bucksport and back by 8 p.m.—the event launches a series of fundraisers with further outings planned for September 10 and October 22.

A 15-year-old teen from Bangor died in an ATV crash Saturday afternoon on the Cross Road trail in Presque Isle while riding with a group—paramedics tried performing CPR but could not revive him, and the investigation is ongoing.

Police arrested two people after a violent incident on Danforth Drive in Glenburn when masked individuals fired shots and damaged a home and car at about 3:10 p.m. on Sunday—one suspect was found hiding under a mobile home trailer and another entered a nearby residence.

Penobscot County’s opioid settlement committee has held about four secret meetings since early summer without public notice, prompting criticism from recovery advocates and committee members.

The six-member group—comprising county administrator Scott Adkins, Sheriff Troy Morton, recovery advocate Pat Kimball, recovery coach Angela Walker, and others—will soon develop a public proposal process for disbursing up to $50,000 grants from opioid settlement funds, with applications expected to open in early October and decisions by the end of December.

The order of Maine’s two statewide ballot proposals for November was set by the Secretary of State’s office through a public lottery — with question one on voter ID changes and question two on a red flag gun measure.

Voters will review these measures in November as required by state law.

Local home inspectors say many older Bangor homes face risks from outdated wiring, aging plumbing, and shifting foundations that can lead to high repair costs—nearly 4,000 homes were built before modern codes.

They warn homeowners to check for hazards like lead paint and inefficient insulation that may also impact health and safety—prompting calls for careful maintenance.

Maine Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2025

10 AM - 2 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Refund policy available — Celebrate the contributions to Maine Basketball at the annual induction ceremony with brunch and festivities.

Goldenrod Walk

4:30-6 p.m. — Fields Pond Audubon Center — Free entry — Explore the diverse goldenrod species and their botanical features on a leisurely walk this summer.

Maine Veterans Project Resource Giveaway

10 AM – 2 PM — Jeff's Catering & Event Center — Free entry — Connect with local organizations for vital resources and non-perishable food assistance.

Brit Floyd Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket information available — Experience the iconic music of Pink Floyd performed live by Brit Floyd.

Matt Schuster Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt music with Matt Schuster as he performs his popular track 'Who Are You Kidding?'.

Annual Butterfly Festival

10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Fields Pond Audubon Center — Free entry — Celebrate butterflies with crafts, tagging, and a colorful parade.

Billy Idol Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of Billy Idol and Joan Jett & The Blackhearts during their summer tour.

Indigo Girls & Melissa Etheridge Concert

7-9 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticket prices may vary — Experience an unforgettable evening with Grammy-winning folk music legends Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge.