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in Bangor
Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ All Saints School students in Bangor donate baby items to a local shelter for pregnant women in crisis as part of their annual service tradition. FOX Bangor
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Salty Brick Market in Bangor is closed indefinitely due to extensive water damage caused by a sprinkler system activated by a stove fire in the building. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine braces for strong winds and heavy rain, with power companies preparing for widespread outages and urging residents to prepare emergency supplies. News Center Maine
- ➤ Bangor records its highest snowfall since 2019 with 8.5 inches, aligning with historical averages but faces flood risks due to upcoming rain and snowmelt. Bangor Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine's Legislature, supported by both Democrats and Republicans, is set to overhaul its operating rules to enhance transparency and public participation, including requiring the text of proposals to be publicized at least one week before their initial hearings. The Piscataquis Observer
- ➤ Senator Angus King proposes a bill for a 10-year study on the mental health impacts of low-intensity weapons blasts on veterans, with a $50 million funding plan. WGAN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Under new coach Aaron Pinckney, the Bangor High School boys basketball team claimed a season-opening victory over Portland, showcasing potential turnaround after recent struggles. Bangor Daily News
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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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No Quarter: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
No Quarter, an internationally touring Led Zeppelin tribute band, delivers an authentic live concert experience, replicating the musical and personal characteristics of the legendary British rock group.
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