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in Bangor
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Easton Jr/Sr High School announced its first quarter honor roll today, recognizing students in grades seven to 12 with highest honors, high honors, and honors. The list includes names like Chloe Blackstone + several others for academic excellence. The County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine game wardens offer ice safety tips as Mainers gear up for ice fishing and snowmobiling. They advise checking ice continuously (clear blue ice is strongest), carrying ice picks and flotation jackets, and telling someone your plans to stay safe. WABI 5
- ➤ Bangor YMCA was awarded $1 million from the Northern Border Regional Commission Catalyst program for its new building, as announced by senators Angus King and Susan Collins. The funding will support local infrastructure projects and boost community opportunities. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Senators Susan Collins and Angus King announced Maine nominees to the United States Military Academies today. The nominees include students selected for West Point, Annapolis, the Air Force Academy, and Kings Point from communities like Bangor and Orrington, recognized for leadership, academics, and character. FOX Bangor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. David Prescott offered holiday stress tips by advising residents to set realistic expectations and practice self-care as many face increased pressure during the festive season. An APA Healthy Minds Poll shows 41% of adults expect more stress than last year, and professionals encourage asking for help when needed. WABI 5
- ➤ Pine Tree Urgent Care will open in about six months at 557 Hammond St in Bangor’s Fairmount neighborhood to provide walk-in care seven days a week. The independent clinic, led by physician assistant David Wade, plans to offer on-site x-rays and medication dispensing — adding an option amid a provider shortage. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Health officials are expanding HIV outreach & testing in Cumberland County after Maine CDC reported five new cases, while the Penobscot outbreak now totals 31 cases with 27 among the unhoused. Bangor recently launched an HIV case management program and CDC staff are in Penobscot from Dec. 1 to Dec. 19. News Center Maine
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Maine men's basketball team won its first game of the season by defeating Boston University 69-59. The Black Bears, now 1-11, will return to Orono to face Canisius on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ John Bapst boys basketball coach Chris Bryant resigned Tuesday after parent complaints about his intensity during practice, including an incident where he kicked a basketball against the gym wall. He will now focus on coaching his Bangor based third and fourth grade travel B team. Bangor Daily News
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