Good morning, Bangor.

Fuzzy hickory tussock caterpillars are common in fall and their barbed hairs can stick to skin—causing redness and a rash as they move from hardwood trees to find shelter.

Residents are advised to avoid touching these caterpillars to prevent skin irritation.

Construction began earlier this summer on a 0.38 mile pedestrian and bike path along Fourteenth Street to connect Ohio Street to downtown and the Kenduskeag Stream Trail—costing $463,000 from city funds and MaineDOT.

The project will finish in late fall to improve pedestrian safety at this busy area.

Northern Light Mayo Hospital's Walk for Hope event brought over 330 people to Dover-Foxcroft on September 20 and raised nearly $49,000 to support cancer care at the Tracy Hibbard Kasprzak Cancer Treatment Center—donations will be accepted through the end of September for the Cancer Center and Patient Assistance Fund.

Hundreds walked on the Bangor Waterfront last Saturday in the annual Out of the Darkness walk hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to raise suicide awareness and honor those lost—participants shared personal stories while the Maine Crisis Line reported high call volume, and another walk will take place next Saturday in Portland.

On Sept 18, Tasha Zickefoose shot her first black bear weighing 466 pounds with the help of hounds in Bowerbank, WMD 14—dogs tracked the animal for nearly two weeks before a two-hour chase near a body of water allowed her to take the shot.

This hunt marked a key milestone for Zickefoose and her team.

Bangor High School's golf team beat MDI in a match at Kebo Valley Golf Club in Bar Harbor — Bangor scored 159 while MDI scored 189, which improved the team's record to 7—0.

Sunday River in Newry tested its snowguns on North Peak’s Lower Downdraft trail as it prepares for the winter ski season; the resort will open when overnight temperatures drop between 25 and 30 degrees—last year it opened in the second week of November—and officials have not set an official date.

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.

Fall Arts & Crafts Supply Swap

10 AM – 3 PM — Bangor Public Library — Free entry — Bring your extra stash of art supplies to give or trade and leave with new-to-you crafting treasures.

2025 MMA Convention Guest Registration

8 AM – 5 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Registration fees apply — Join fellow MMA fans for a weekend of exciting events and guest appearances.

Pound The Pavement 5K Color Fun Run/Walk

9 AM – 1 PM — Sea Dog Brewing Co — Registration fee applies — Join a colorful 5K fun run to support cancer survivors and enjoy a post-race celebration.

Maine Humane Conference

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor — Free entry — A day of insightful sessions on animal welfare and networking in the Maine Humane community.

Cirque du Soirée Masquerade Ball

6-11:30 p.m. — Bangor Grande Hotel & Conference Center — Benefits The Bangor Humane Society — Dance the night away in elegance while supporting our furry friends.

Maine Witch Walk and Goblin Market 2025

1-4 p.m. — Bangor Waterfront Park — Donations accepted — A whimsical one-mile walk featuring costumed participants, a witch dance, and a lively Halloween Goblin Market with vendors.