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in Bangor
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Maine State Police are seeking help finding 67-year-old David Beck—who went missing Saturday after he was last seen at his brother’s home in Gardiner and near Sugarloaf Mountain Sunday while driving his 2022 gray Toyota 4Runner. WABI 5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mainers statewide are buying Powerball tickets at a local Corner Store on Hammond Street in Bangor in hope of winning a $1.1 billion jackpot—some say the prize would buy a home in Brooklin and help support family and friends. The drawing takes place at 10:59 p.m. Eastern on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday—readers watch with excitement as they dream of a big win. FOX Bangor
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bill Diamond, a longtime Maine politician known for advocating for children's welfare, died on Aug. 31 at age 80—he had stepped back from daily work on Aug. 25 due to health concerns and was honored for his lifelong service, including his work with Walk a Mile in Their Shoes. News Center Maine
- ➤ Former Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah said he considered a run for governor as a democrat when he spoke on Monday in Bangor—he noted that challenges like hunger, health care issues, housing insecurity and high heating costs are driving his decision and would place him among candidates such as Angus King III, Shenna Bellows and Hannah Pingree if he officially enters the race. WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northern Light and Anthem have been in a public contract dispute as a Sept 30 deadline nears with a chance for a last-ditch deal to keep Northern Light providers in-network. Patients with employer or private Anthem plans will face higher costs on Oct 1 if the companies do not reach an agreement — forcing some to switch providers or apply for continuity of care. 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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