Today
in Bangor
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On August 31, Gov. Mills declared International Overdose Awareness Day in Maine as overdose deaths fell by more than 20% from last year, reaching 213 between January and June. He stressed that efforts to fight the opioid epidemic must continue—supporting treatment and recovery for families. WABI 5
- ➤ On Aug. 31, the Adam MacDonald Memorial MDA Open raised crucial funds for muscular dystrophy treatment — honoring Adam MacDonald’s legacy while supporting vital research. Organizers said the money will help expand treatment programs for those with muscular dystrophy. WABI 5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local angler explained that using a wacky rig to fish for smallmouth bass boosts late-season catches — the method employs plastic worms and special hooks to create lively bait movement while reducing lost bait. This technique helps anglers enjoy more reliable fishing as warmer water conditions fade into fall. Bangor Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Real estate agents say many buyers in Maine may struggle to afford a home if they have unstable income, high debt, no emergency savings, or plan to move soon. They advise waiting until buyers build financial stability (improving credit and planning for extra costs) before making a purchase. Bangor Daily News
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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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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.
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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.
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