Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor introduces a flexible parking strategy allowing on-street parking all winter with temporary bans during snow removal, plus designated lots for off-street parking. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ A water main break on First Street in Bangor affects water pressure in several areas, with ongoing updates provided by the Bangor water district. WABI 5
- ➤ The 'Free the Z' Turkey Drive in Brewer, Maine, aims to collect 2,024 turkeys to support 6,000 families for Thanksgiving, with donations accepted at the Hannaford parking lot. WABI 5
- ➤ The Great Fire of 1911 transformed Bangor, erasing the once vibrant East Market Square and reshaping the city's landscape. FOX Bangor
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Bangor, Maine, Olivia Babin was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment after pleading guilty to the manslaughter of her boyfriend, Daniel Ford-Cotes, with additional probation and unrelated charges. WABI 5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 'Lost on a Mountain in Maine,' a film about Donn Fendler's true 1939 survival story, took 14 years to complete and is now screening in Maine theaters. News Center Maine
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hannaford's website and app have resumed service after a weeks-long disruption due to a cybersecurity incident, now allowing for to-go pickup and delivery orders. The Piscataquis Observer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bangor's Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and St. Joseph Hospital both achieved an 'A' grade for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group, marking significant improvements. Bangor Daily News
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Concert by UMaine's Symphonic Band and Bangor High School Band
A concert featuring performances by the University of Maine's Symphonic Band in collaboration with the Bangor High School Band.
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Mainebiz Bangor Breakfast Forum 2024
The Mainebiz Bangor Breakfast Forum features six Maine executives sharing their insights on business success in a panel discussion format.
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Celtic Christmas Celebration with Seán Heely
This festive event features Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely leading a colorful celebration of Gaelic carols, Irish tunes, and seasonal melodies, suitable for all ages.
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Ye Olde Holiday Shoppe
This annual holiday event features local vendors and activities at the Page Farm & Home Museum, providing a festive atmosphere for all ages.
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Yuletide Celebration Concert
This holiday-themed concert features a diverse range of instrumental and choral music presented by the School of Performing Arts.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze: A Whimsical Family Holiday Show
Cirque Dreams Holidaze features a vibrant holiday spectacular that blends a Broadway-style production with contemporary circus arts, bringing beloved holiday characters to life on stage.
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Candlelight Holiday Concert Featuring The Nutcracker
Experience a live, multi-sensory musical concert featuring holiday classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet at St. John's Episcopal Church.
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Bangor Authors' Book Fair and Literary Festival 2024
This event features over 90 Maine authors, offering book signings, free readings, workshops, and the launch of a charity anthology at the Bangor Public Library.
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