Thursday, November 28th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Box of Maine, a family-owned business, is sending hundreds of gift boxes filled with local treats to overseas military personnel from Maine for the holidays, funded by community support and volunteers, including veterans. FOX Bangor
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bangor man was charged with criminal threatening after allegedly threatening his roommate with a knife, his bail set at $250. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Richard Thorpe pleads not guilty to the murder of Virginia Cookson, his ex-girlfriend, in Bangor, with the case proceeding to discovery hearing. Bangor Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Bangor Mall, once a bustling shopping and community hub in Maine, has experienced a significant decline, mirroring the downturn of brick-and-mortar retail across the nation. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall and travel impacts to Maine on Thanksgiving, with conditions improving by Friday morning. WABI 5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Ai Takeuchi advises pet owners on Thanksgiving safety, emphasizing the risks of pets ingesting dangerous items and the importance of proper identification during travel. WABI 5
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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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The Nutcracker Performance by Bangor Symphony Orchestra
The Nutcracker, featuring the Bangor Symphony Orchestra, Robinson Ballet, and Bangor Area Youth Choirs, offers a festive holiday experience for all ages at the Collins Center for the Arts.
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Bangor Symphony's The Nutcracker featuring Roberta Michel
Experience Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, The Nutcracker, performed by the Robinson Ballet with flutist Roberta Michel.
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