Today
in Bangor
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Husson University dining services and volunteer students partnered with the Caleb Group + Harbor Management to assemble 163 Thanksgiving meals at Bradford Commons and Kenduskeag Terrace in Bangor yesterday for older adults and people with disabilities. Leftover meals were delivered to residents with mobility challenges so that every local enjoyed a holiday meal. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor firefighters are collecting donations today at the intersection of Bangor Mall Boulevard and Hogan Road from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.—part of their Fill the Boot campaign supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Northern New England—and will visit cars at red lights to ensure safe donations. WABI 5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire damaged Economy Motors on Coldbrook Road in Hermon on Thanksgiving morning at 2:45 a.m.—firefighters quickly put out the blaze after a fuel delivery truck spotted smoke and flames. Bangor Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Todd won WABI’s Thanksgiving Day cook off after judges decided his creamed spinach bested Joy’s mashed potatoes and Alyssa’s green bean casserole in a contest that featured a twist—participants exchanged shopping carts mid-prep. WABI 5
- ➤ Maine still offers strong late-season fishing after Thanksgiving, with rivers and lakes like the Kennebec and Penobscot open for trout, salmon, and bass. Anglers should check local regulations and mild winter forecasts to take advantage of fewer crowds — quiet waters often lead to good catches. Bangor Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Despite higher home prices, more than 1,651 houses sold in October — a 10% increase from last October as the average price rose nearly 8% from $395,000 to $426,000. WABI 5
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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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