Good morning, Bangor.

Yesterday the fourth annual 5K for heating oil in Brewer raised funds for the Maine Veterans Project’s program to help heat veterans' homes with a $5,000 goal for 50 veterans — local businesses and participants joined Triumph Cleaning Services in supporting the cause.

Bill Dodge Auto Group held its final car show this season to raise money for Maine veterans, and a WGAN radiothon last Thursday helped bring in $33,524 for Veterans Forward — a group that assists veterans in need.

The funds will support services for those who served.

On Friday night, drones lit up the UMaine campus during homecoming as students, families, and community members watched what is considered the largest drone light show in Maine.

Grizzly Entertainment staged another display at Alfond Stadium on Saturday at 5:50 p.m.—adding a vibrant chapter to the homecoming festivities.

A U.S. Drought Monitor report stated that over 80% of Maine is under severe or extreme drought, with seven counties experiencing extreme conditions and hundreds of wells running dry while farms see reduced yields.

State agencies urged residents to conserve water + repair leaks as the Department of Agriculture announced grants for water infrastructure projects to help manage the shortage.

Birders in Maine have spotted unusual geese this autumn—including cackling, pink-footed, and barnacle geese seen with common Canada geese.

Reports from Bangor, Ellsworth and Aroostook County show that waterfowl watching continues to offer a fresh twist during the migration season.

UMaine football won its ninth straight Homecoming game with a 35-14 victory over Elon at Morse Field—quarterback Carter Peevy threw two touchdown passes and ran for another.

The Black Bears will host Stony Brook next Saturday at 1 p.m. while Elon will face Rhode Island on Nov. 8.

UMaine defeated Colgate 3–2 in overtime at Alfond Arena Saturday night — junior center Max Scott scored 33 seconds into overtime after UMaine rallied from a 2–0 deficit.

The win improved the Black Bears’ record to 3–2–1 while Colgate dropped to 2–3–1.

TINA - The Tina Turner Musical

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the inspiring journey of the Queen of Rock n’ Roll in this uplifting musical.

Trick-or-Treat Halloween Party

4-7 p.m. — Cole Land Transportation Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a spooky indoor trick-or-treating adventure at the 3rd Annual Halloween Party.

3rd Annual Costume Gala

6-10 p.m. — Penobscot Theatre Company — Ticketed event — Embrace the spooky glamor with a costume contest, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and an onstage dance party.

FUSION 20 Anniversary Awards

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Bangor — Not specified — Celebrate two decades of community connection and honor standout individuals.

Golden Age of Hollywood Murder Mystery Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a thrilling evening of intrigue with gourmet dining and interactive murder mystery fun.

Meet Dog Man at BAM! Bangor

11 AM – 2 PM — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Celebrate the release of Dog Man: Big Jim Believes with games, activities, and a photo op with Dog Man himself.

BLANK SPACE: The Ultimate Taylor Swift Tribute

4-5:30 p.m. — Husson University — Check local listings for prices — Experience the magic of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour with an amazing tribute band performing stunning costumes and flawless choreography.