Good morning, Bangor.

Husson University welcomed the new Class of 2029 on Saturday as roughly 900 students began their college journey with the help of hundreds of families and volunteers—university president Lynne Coy-Ogan said she is excited for new majors like conservation law and animal care as the Fall semester starts Tuesday.

Rep. Pingree has asked border officials to investigate complaints by a Wabanaki elder who said his fiancee was mistreated—allegedly handcuffed and stripped of personal items—at the Houlton and Calais border crossings earlier this month.

She demands enhanced training for officers and an apology to rebuild respect at international crossings.

Maine and more than 20 states will keep AmeriCorps funding after a federal lawsuit forced the White House Office of Management and Budget to release $184 million—Attorney General Aaron Frey said on Friday.

Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey and several states secured over 184 million in AmeriCorps funding today after a federal lawsuit led the OMB to release funds that support service programs such as those aiding veterans, seniors, and disaster victims—money that will soon be distributed nationwide.

A week-long fishing trip at Igloo Lake Lodge gave local fishers a chance to catch huge brook trout and a record 40-inch northern pike — some fish weighing over 10 pounds.

The group faced setbacks like vertigo and a boat engine problem while gathering each evening to share their catch stories and a prayer before dinner.

Liberty rallied in the fourth quarter — scoring 21 points — to beat Maine 28-7 on Saturday night in a season opener for both teams.

Ethan Vosko threw three touchdowns and ran for another, turning a tied game into a late win.

Ricky Craven, a Nascar legend and native of Newburgh, took over Speedway 95 from longtime owner Del Merritt — and will present his vision for the track at a season awards banquet on Nov 8 at Bangor Elks Club.

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.

Stephen King Birthday Celebration

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM — Cold River Campground — $10 fee — Celebrate the birthday of Stephen King with costumes, performances, and spooky decorations.

Wellspring's 10th Annual 5K Race for Recovery

9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Bangor Waterfront — Entry fee required — Celebrate a decade of supporting recovery with this impactful community race.

Bangor United Multicultural Festival

10 AM – 2 PM — Bangor Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant cultures and traditions of our community at Bangor's first multicultural festival.

Gabriel Iglesias Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarity of Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, one of today's top comedians.

Wheel of Fortune Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Ticketed event — Experience America’s Game® with a chance to spin the iconic wheel.