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Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters will host the Stars Over Katahdin stargazing event on Sept.

27 at Taylor's Katahdin View Campground in Stacyville—featuring family activities, campfire chats and talks on light pollution with park rangers and astronomers.

Bangor will host its first-ever Bangor United Multicultural Fair on Saturday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bangor Public Library - the free event will offer food, music, dance, face painting and activities for all ages to celebrate diverse traditions.

Treworgy Family Orchards began as a small apple farm and has grown into a family business offering pick-your-own apples, pumpkins, and a corn maze that wins awards — this year the maze is shaped like a whale from a classic book.

The farm in Levant, 10 miles from Bangor, now adds summer fruits, a petting zoo, and plans to produce maple syrup as new generations help run the business.

Eastern Maine Community College mourns President Liz Russell, who passed away on Sunday at her home—she served the college for over three decades and was known for always lending a helping hand.

Three Bangor police officers took a photo in uniform with City Council candidate Richard Ward, known for far-right rhetoric and neo-Nazi symbols, while on duty at the waterfront on Sept.

12. Ward said he informed the officers of his candidacy — police confirmed the officers did not face disciplinary action despite a policy requiring political neutrality.

At Monday's court hearing, Namdar Realty Group showed that repairs at Bangor Mall have advanced after a nearly year-long dispute with the city, and the mall sign at Hogan Road and Bangor Mall Boulevard will be torn down on Oct.

3—pending contractor work and safety checks.

Bangor hosted the 2025 Maine Child Passenger Safety Summit as nearly 100 experts gathered Monday to update car seat certification and improve child safety.

The event honored top technicians — including awardee Turcotte — and announced a free seat check on Sept. 27 at Windsor Town Office.

Maine families need mortgage rates to drop to 5.6% before they can afford the average home because a family earning the state’s median income cannot handle the current 6.3% rate—Zillow’s calculations show homes priced at $412,000 require lower monthly payments.

Buyers following standard guidelines must have no more than 30% of their income go toward housing expenses.

UMaine men’s hockey is ranked seventh in the U.S. College Hockey Online preseason poll by 50 coaches and media following a season when the Black Bears won their first Hockey East Tournament title since 2004.

The team will face 12 games against top-10 opponents this season—an important test as they aim to build on last year’s success.

UMaine athletics set a new fundraising record with $22.9M in gifts and pledges, more than double last year’s total and featuring a $16M donation from the estates of former football player Pete Labat and his wife Catherine Labat—money that will help pay for major facilities upgrades.

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.