Good morning, Bangor.

On July 28, a MATC volunteer cleared a section of the Appalachian Trail near the Kennebec River in Monson and met 91-year-old Greybeard, who is nearing a historic milestone as he is 100 miles from completing the trail—he began his record-setting journey in September 2025.

Top of the Hill Subs is set to open Tuesday at the former Subway location on State Street.

The sandwich shop will offer Maine-sourced hot and cold sandwiches – plus ice cream – and provide delivery in Bangor and Brewer.

A biology professor from UMass Dartmouth is studying juvenile white sharks in Saco Bay using baited hooks (not chumming) to safely tag the animals and learn their movements.

The team began work mid-July and tagged two sharks on Tuesday from Old Orchard Beach and Scarborough.

Hannaford announced a recall Saturday afternoon of six deli and produce items due to a salmonella risk — customers should check freezers and return recalled items for a refund at local stores.

Maine surfers continued riding waves on Friday at Higgins Beach in Scarborough despite recent shark sightings near Pine Point, and they advise riding in groups + staying alert as data shows shark attacks are extremely rare.

UMaine's Alfond Arena — turning 50 years old — will mark its milestone with pregame ceremonies and alumni recognitions at home hockey games this season.

The Maine Black Bears will host the women's games on Sept. 25 and 26 and the men's games on Oct. 9 and 10 against Quinnipiac Bobcats.

Hannah McFarland Concert

3:00 – 8:30 PM — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with local talent in an outdoor setting.