Today
in Bangor
Monday, August 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ BGR and BGR Aviation are partnering with Maine Instrument Flight to build a network of female aviators in Bangor — the networking event will be held on Saturday, August 16 at 9 a.m. at BGR Aviation on Main Avenue. WABI 5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Maine State Police are asking anyone with information on a truck involved in a crash on Interstate 95 near Orono that occurred at 3:30 p.m. Saturday near mile marker 193 just south of the on-ramp to call 207-973-3700 (ext. 9) to speak with Trooper Plaisted. Bangor Daily News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Milford man was arrested early Saturday after he allegedly entered a vehicle and fired rounds from a handgun — residents near Dr. Lewis S. Libby School reported loud bangs from security footage and police found him before charging 44-year-old Brian Coston with possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, criminal mischief and discharging a firearm near a school — additional charges may follow. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office said that 15-year-old Jenna Dyer from Greenbush went missing after she was last seen on the 7th getting into a new white Chevy pickup truck with a possible heading toward the Wells area; officials ask anyone with information to call 207-947-4585. WGAN
- ➤ There is a large police presence in Old Town (with a reporter on scene) and more details (about the situation) will be shared soon. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Maine State Police said they sought help identifying a truck that fled the scene of a crash on I-95 southbound near mile marker 193 at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10—call Trooper Plaisted at 207-973-3700 ext. 9 if you have information. WABI 5
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?'.
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Annual Butterfly Festival
10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Fields Pond Audubon Center — Free entry — Celebrate butterflies with crafts, tagging, and a colorful parade.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bass Park After Dark
4-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Explore various vendors and food trucks while enjoying live music.
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