Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor's Urban Pizza to temporarily close for rebranding and concept changes a year after opening, with plans to reopen under a new name and possibly a new location. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Bangor modifies winter parking rules to reflect summer regulations with exceptions for snow bans, facilitating street parking following new construction parking space requirements. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Bangor Police Department has issued a silver alert for two missing men, 77-year-old Sidney Hoyt and 75-year-old Gary Foster, last seen leaving the Maine Veterans Home. FOX Bangor
- ➤ True crime enthusiasts are invited to a presentation by sociologist Dr. Scott Bonn in Bangor, where they can explore the psychology of infamous serial killers and engage in a Q&A session. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Stephen King will shut down his Zone Corp. radio stations, including WKIT in Maine, at the end of December, marking the end of an era for local listeners. Bangor Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Maine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy was appointed to the National Science Board to advise on STEM policies and oversee a $9.06 billion budget. Bangor Daily News
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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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