Today
in Bangor
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor’s massive holiday tree is being installed today around 8 a.m. and was donated by Dan Sprague of Sprague’s Nursery—It will show a daily light and music display and its lighting event on Nov 28 will kick off the city’s Plaid Friday shopping event. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce has launched a pasta drive to help local food pantries as food insecurity rises, asking community members and businesses to donate pasta, sauce, or parmesan until December 5. The chamber, serving 21 communities, will coordinate pick-ups for large donations—supporting efforts to feed families in need. WABI 5
- ➤ Today, Hermon-based Neighbors Supporting Neighbors Community Pantry works with Penquis during WABI’s Turkey Telethon to distribute food boxes — including a Thanksgiving meal box — to local residents in need. Director Carol Lackedy said the pantry continues to serve communities from Hermon to Dixmont amid ongoing challenges after COVID and reduced SNAP benefits. WABI 5
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State regulators approved new standard-offer rates on Wednesday for residential and business customers through Versant Power’s Maine Public District and Central Maine Power. Some Mainers will face higher bills starting Jan. 1, with northern residential customers seeing about a $16 increase and central customers about $11 while medium-sized business rates in central Maine will rise nearly 2 cents per kilowatt-hour—Aroostook businesses may see slight decreases. Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Maine Community College is running a two-year radiologic technology program at Northern Maine Community College to train more technologists for Aroostook hospitals. Five students are learning with Bangor faculty and will graduate this spring, though new rules may force classes online — a change that could end local hands-on training. The County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the government can require federally permitted lobster boats to carry electronic trackers— a move supported by environmental advocates but raising privacy concerns among lobstermen as officials consider changes. FOX Bangor
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine women's basketball has signed Ayla Corrigale from Ontario, Canada and Ava Sewall from Annandale, Virginia as new guards to join the team next season. Head coach Amy Vachon said Corrigale brings flair and high basketball IQ while Sewall is a versatile scorer and defender — strengthening the program for the future. Bangor Daily News
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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.
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Mainebiz 60 Ideas in 60 Minutes Forum
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Bangor — Tickets required — Gain insight from Maine CEOs sharing success stories and actionable business ideas.
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Holiday Party – North
12-3:30 p.m. — Seasons — $10 for non-members — Celebrate the holiday season with lunch, crafts, and a visit from Santa Claus.
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The Hip Hop Nutcracker
7-11 p.m. — Cross Insurance Center — Last-minute theater tickets available — Experience a unique blend of hip hop and the classic Nutcracker tale.
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Hadestown Performance
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Cross Insurance Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the acclaimed musical 'Hadestown' live in Bangor, ME.
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