Good morning, Bangor.

The Bangor Humane Society is asking for donations of cat food and supplies to help care for over 100 cats and other animals at the shelter—community members have already begun to contribute support.

Kathryn Ravenscraft said the donations will help maintain needed medical care and rehabilitation for all the animals.

Last month, a man climbed onto the Bangor couple’s roof on Fourteenth Street with an ax and stayed more than seven hours, causing major damage to their home.

A local business replaced their roof for free (a job that would have cost 12 to 15 thousand dollars) while a masonry company offered to repair the chimney.

Drought conditions in Maine have forced gardeners like Bobbi Jo Chambers from Island Falls to haul water from the river since her rainwater source dried up, affecting her tomato and pepper crops.

The National Weather Service noted moderate drought along the coast and abnormally dry conditions inland, and experts warned that without rain, growing conditions will worsen—forcing many to adjust their watering strategies.

Penobscot County will live stream its opioid funds committee meetings today at 9 a.m. on its YouTube channel as it works to finalize an application to distribute about $4.5 million from opioid litigation.

The county added past meeting minutes online—after community members urged more transparency.

Many Maine towns are revaluing property after the pandemic home value boom, raising fears that high property taxes could hurt owners.

In Addison, residents like Sherri Kelley resolved privacy worries by letting assessors check her long-unchanged mobile home — assessors explained the process will adjust taxes fairly.

Congress passed new work requirements this year for some MaineCare recipients, leaving many locals unsure if they will lose their health care.

Health experts say most on Medicare, low income, or raising young children are exempt while the new rules—effective Jan. 1—require 80 hours of work, school or volunteer time per month.

The average cost of a single family home in Maine is now $425,000—the highest in at least a decade—and the report shows what that price will buy in counties from Androscoggin to York.

Buyers can see options like ranch homes, condos, and cottages across the state.

Ricky Craven, a NASCAR driver from Maine, bought Hermon’s Speedway 95 and will upgrade the track and its amenities over the coming years—former owner Delano Merritt will work with him through the October 12th race season.

Former NASCAR driver Ricky Craven has acquired Speedway 95 in Hermon and plans to upgrade the historic track—renovations will begin in the coming years while the racing season continues until October 12.

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.

Bass Park After Dark

4-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Explore various vendors and food trucks while enjoying live music.

Drop-In Line Dancing

2-4 p.m. — 647 Main St, Bangor, ME — $3 for one class, $5 for both — Come and dance to a variety of music with classes for intermediate and improvers.

PCCA Hunter Safety Course

7 AM – 4 PM — Penobscot County Conservation Association — $5 for materials — Gain essential skills and a certificate to safely hunt in Maine's wilderness.