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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lewiston man, Matthew Martin 45, was accused of attacking a man and spraying officers and their K-9 with bear spray in Oxford Wednesday morning — the dog subdued him so police could take him to the hospital and then to jail amid charges of assault on law enforcement and other offenses. WABI 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Taste of Ireland—an acclaimed Irish dance production that debuted in 2024—will have five performances in Maine as part of its ongoing 2025 world tour. The show will bring Irish dance traditions to local communities. WABI 5
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report by the Drought Monitor released Thursday shows almost 53% of Maine is in severe drought—up sharply from just over 10% last week. WABI 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials cleared an encampment at Bangor's Davenport Park after unsanitary conditions, drug use, and outstanding warrants were noted—many of those present were from outside Bangor. With shelters full and a warming center closing as colder nights approach, community partners like Mansion Church are preparing additional space to help those in need. WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Manchester Care Center will close permanently on October 31st, ending therapy and lab services, and Aurora Healthcare will close on December 1st while continuing patient visits through November. Meanwhile, Northern Light Health closed its Walk-In Care on Union Street in Bangor—part of a 3% workforce reduction. WABI 5
- ➤ On Wednesday, Northern Light Health announced it will cut its workforce by 3 percent by eliminating 308 positions as it faces ongoing financial problems. The cuts mostly came from retirements and not refilling vacancies — and the system will close its walk-in care clinic at Eastern Maine Medical Center, limiting patient options. WGAN
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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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Coles Classic Car Show Supporting Veterans
10 AM – 2 PM — Cole Land Transportation Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a showcase of classic cars with food, raffles, and prizes in support of veterans.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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