Good morning, Bangor.

Cheryl Morris donated 305 backpacks to ACAP’s Stuff the Bus event — in memory of her son Adam MacDonald—to help children get school supplies, and the donated items will be handed out at ACAP’s back-to-school bash on August 7.

This marks her ongoing effort to honor Adam's legacy of caring for others.

Waldo County teen Atilio Delgado pleaded guilty on Tuesday for killing Brooks man James Cluney during a May 2022 altercation and was sentenced to 25 years—Roy Layne received a four-year sentence.

State foresters recorded the first beech tree deaths from beech leaf disease last Tuesday during a midcoast check.

Scientists said the disease, caused by an invasive nematode (first seen in Ohio in 2012), now affects trees in all 16 counties (a sign of potential widespread damage) and may hurt wildlife that depends on beech nuts.

In 2023, Jasmin Belanger set up a repayment plan with the Bangor housing authority to pay back $750 but later learned her record listed an eviction even though she paid on time.

The court process (which does not stop eviction cases when payment plans are made) has hurt her search for new housing (as landlords check these records) and may force a change in the rules.

The Cary Classic Benefit Golf Tournament on July 12 saw 112 golfers compete, with Phil Pelletier winning the Men's Division I Low Gross after a sudden-death playoff (three holes) and Jane Hunter claiming the Ladies Division I Low Gross in her third win.

Proceeds from over $7,000 in prizes were raised to renovate patient care areas at Cary Medical Center.

UMaine's kick returner Trevin Ewing, who returned 27 kickoffs for 742 yards last season—averaging 27.5 yards per game—will take on a larger role as a receiver when UMaine opens its season at Liberty University on August 30.

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.

2025 Outlaw Music Festival

2-5:30 p.m. — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Outlaw Music Festival with an afternoon of captivating performances.