Today
in Bangor
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The original steeple and bell were returned to Benton Falls Congregational Church on Tuesday after nearly a decade of work — a restoration funded by local fundraisers that cost $185,000. The bell, noted as the last cast by the Revere Foundry, holds historic value for the community. WABI 5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men from Sabattus, Jason Walker and Michael Deslauriers II, who died trying to stop a mass shooting in Lewiston in 2023 by charging a gunman in a bowling alley, are being awarded the Carnegie Medal for Heroism—honoring their brave act that gave others time to flee. Bangor Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stephen King's 78th birthday was celebrated with a carnival in Bangor on September 22nd—local fans attended the festive event. The celebration honored the renowned author and marked a special milestone. WABI 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate President Mattie Daughtry sponsored 13 bills that become law today—targeting improvements in Paid Family and Medical Leave, rental assistance to prevent evictions, safer ticket practices, and upgrades to stream crossings and rail services. The legislation also promotes local seafood in school lunches to support Mainers amid rising costs. FOX Bangor
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chef Christian Bassett from UNION Restaurant shared his farm and sea to table recipe in the 207 kitchen with a chilled lobster and sweet corn salad that uses butter poached lobster, grilled corn puree, Swiss chard, and a honey lemon balm vinaigrette—each step explained for home cooks. The recipe highlights local flavor with fresh ingredients and clear instructions. News Center Maine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monday marked the opening day of Maine’s bull-only moose hunt season that runs through Saturday. Hunters in remote zones made quick success—Caleb Lewis led his father and brother in Zone 1 to bag a moose with a missing eye while first-time permit holder Wyatt McCarthy shot his bull from 25 yards at 6:30 a.m. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Former Bangor High quarterbacks Max Clark and Jack Schuck met on Saturday when Schuck, a WPI sophomore getting his first start due to an injury, faced his former teammate and mentor at Husson in Bangor—both showed strong sportsmanship in a tight 15-13 game. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Ruth White from Orono won her first two cross country races for UNH by finishing first at the Ted Owen Invitational in Connecticut and then winning the 3K home course opener by about five seconds. She will race next on Oct. 3 at Lehigh University — her wins come after earning All-American track honors last summer. Bangor Daily News
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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.
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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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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.
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