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in Bangor
Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Courageous Steps Project added a new program to help local communities on Oct 9— it will offer support and resources to residents as the initiative rolls out in the coming weeks. WABI 5
- ➤ Speedway 95’s Paul Bunyan SpeedWeekend will use all racers’ entry fees to help Maine Veterans’ Homes rec fund and will include a memorial race for Ikey Dorr. Longtime owner Del Merritt said his final weekend is now as he turns the keys over to Ricky Craven—upholding a 15-year tradition of care for our veterans. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Heart of Maine United Way is moving its main office from Main Street to 700 Mount Hope Ave, Suite 101 to launch The Community: Maine’s Nonprofit Hub where nonprofits can share meeting and training space—Volunteers cleaned the building Friday ahead of the planned Monday move and the project has a $1.7 million budget with over $1 million raised so far. WABI 5
- ➤ Seventy-four Maine veterans will fly from Bangor to Washington, DC with Honor Flight Maine for a once in a lifetime trip to see war memorials that honor their service — organizers say the trip offers healing — and a Welcome Home celebration for immediate family will take place on Sunday due to limited space from the shutdown. WABI 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bangor Historical Society is hosting walking ghost tours this October at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday that guide groups through a mile-long downtown route to explore haunted sites and share local history — each tour costs $12 and is limited to 25 participants until Oct. 30. WABI 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WABI has launched the Surprise Squad nomination period to honor a school staff member who goes above and beyond — nominations close on Nov. 21 and the chosen nominee will receive a special surprise for their school. WABI 5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Visitors heading to Acadia National Park this weekend say the park is mostly open despite the government shutdown — rangers check reservations at some spots while many roads and trails remain accessible. FOX Bangor
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry received 105 proposals from organizations in all 16 counties seeking $16.7 million to improve trails for outdoor recreation—officials will review the submissions and plan to announce awards in November while future rounds open in June. The Piscataquis Observer
- ➤ State police urge drivers to take extra care as daylight hours shrink during National Pedestrian Safety Month — officials report that 20 of 135 fatal crashes involved pedestrians and advise both drivers and walkers to use bright gear and avoid distractions. News Center Maine
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dueling Pianos Night
7-9 p.m. — Husson University — Tickets available — Enjoy a lively evening of music and humor from two talented musicians battling it out on the piano.
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Ghostly Bangor Walking Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Bangor Historical Society — $12 — Discover tales of unsolved mysteries and lingering spirits in Bangor's haunted history.
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