Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor's West Market Square festive tree lighting ceremony, featuring a light and music show, brings holiday spirit to the downtown area. FOX Bangor
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Over 15,000 Maine residents remain without electricity following a Thanksgiving storm, despite utilities' efforts to restore power. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ A person lost their life by jumping from the Penobscot Narrows Bridge amidst delays in installing preventative fencing. Bangor Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Small Business Saturday in Bangor showcases increased community support with unique gift items and local shopping preferences. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Central Street Farmhouse in Bangor, a hub for homebrewing supplies and community events, closed due to dwindling interest in the hobby and shifts in drinking habits. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ethan Roberts scored 23 points leading the University of Pennsylvania to a 77-64 victory over the University of Maine in the Cathedral Classic tournament. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The University of Maine's hockey team triumphs with a 6-0 victory over Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, highlighted by Lynden Breen's hat trick and an assist, despite his injury. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Xavier Holmes, a University of Maine junior defensive end, made headlines by leading the Black Bears in tackles, marking the first defensive lineman to do so in over a decade, and earning a spot on the All-Coastal Athletic Association second team. 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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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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