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in Bangor
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bangor Police Department hosted the annual pet food drive for the Furry Friends Food Bank outside Shaw’s on Main Street to collect pet food, products, and cash donations for senior citizens. The program—operated by the Eastern Area Agency on Aging—helped fixed-income pet owners manage rising care costs. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor police partnered with the Eastern Area Agency on Aging to hold their annual furry friends’ food drive this Saturday near Shaws to help older residents feed their pets—donations including dog food, cat litter, cash, and online payments will be accepted throughout the year. The drive began in 2013 when the need to support elders with limited resources was first recognized. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Maine Veterans Project hosted a Thanksgiving distribution event at the Elks Lodge in Bangor on Saturday—veterans could choose from 200 turkeys, 200 gallons of milk, 200 pounds of bacon and other food while partner groups helped them access benefits; the project doubled its food offerings from last year. WABI 5
- ➤ Residents in Capehart are collecting donations of essential items like detergent and diapers to help families struggling with rising costs after delayed benefits during the government shutdown. The community drive—led by local Resident Council leaders—is accepting contributions at the Opportunity Center inside the Boys and Girls Club of Bangor. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Wilcox Wellness + Fitness hosted its 11th annual Burpees for Turkeys event in Bangor and Brunswick on Saturday, where every $5 donation spurred one burpee and raised over $21,500 to support United Way's hunger relief. The event marked its biggest fundraiser yet+ community support grew during the challenge. WABI 5
- ➤ Hampden Recreation held its annual Holiday Market on Saturday where about 40 local vendors sold festive crafts and played Christmas music for shoppers who supported small businesses — vendors said the market can be a key source of income for some. FOX Bangor
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 87-year-old Noel Paul Stookey is finishing his book 'There is Love' on his spiritual journey that brought him to Maine, with co-author Jeanne Torrence Finley near the end of their nine-year project. His memoir shows how folk music success changed from political drives to deep local faith — a work he will soon submit to publishers — while underlining his ongoing community ties. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new 14-minute documentary was released on YouTube Saturday by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to show 50 years of black bear research in Maine—featuring interviews with biologists and field footage from rugged terrain. Lone Spruce Productions produced the film to highlight both scientific methods and the personal stories behind the study. Bangor Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local hiking expert explains that winter hiking challenges include balancing body temperature as hikers switch from overheating on steep climbs to getting cold on exposed mountain tops—dressing in several thin layers helps manage these changes. She recommends using moisture-wicking base layers along with proper accessories such as dense wool hats to avoid hypothermia during outdoor adventures. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMaine iced a 3-0 win over Boston College on Saturday night when freshman goalie Mathis Rousseau stopped 21 shots and freshman right wing Miguel Marques scored two goals at Conte Forum. Defenseman Jeremy Langlois left with a possible concussion in the third period—UMaine improved to 8-5-1 while Boston College fell to 7-5-1. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ UNH Wildcats beat UMaine 33-27 on Saturday at Wildcat Stadium in Durham—building a 27-7 lead and fighting off a late rally to claim the Brice-Cowell Musket for the fourth straight season. The win improved UNH to 8—4 and kept their playoff hopes alive while UMaine ended with a 6—6 record. Bangor Daily News
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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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