Sunday, December 15th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brewer, Maine, participates in Wreaths Across America, a tradition to honor veterans by laying wreaths on their graves, highlighting the community's dedication to remembering their sacrifices. News Center Maine
- ➤ The Eastern Maine Woodturners Turn-Around and Wood Auction in Bangor encouraged people of all skill levels to engage in wood-turning, aiming to pass the craft to new generations and raise funds for the United Technologies Center. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Bangor Police Department collaborated with Eastern Area Agency on Aging for their 10th annual pet food drive to support lower-income older adults and their pets. WABI 5
- ➤ Karen and Paul Volckhausen, who have farmed in Maine since the 1970s, will retire and pass on their farm to Angelica Harwood, ensuring the continuation of their agricultural legacy. Bangor Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 30th Wabanaki Winter Market, known as the state's largest Wabanaki art show, successfully showcased Indigenous artists' work at the Collins Center for the Arts. FOX Bangor
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Physicians and health advocates accuse Harvard Pilgrim of discriminating against HIV patients in Maine by not covering two key HIV medications in its 2025 plans. Bangor Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Erin Peters utilized free pallets to construct a variety of structures and furniture for her Maine homestead, demonstrating the versatility and cost-effectiveness of reclaimed materials. Bangor Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Maine men's basketball team defeated Canisius 84-79, marking their fourth victory in the last five games and improving their record to 8-5. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The Boston Bruins have claimed Maine native and former New York Islanders winger Oliver Wahlstrom off waivers, bringing the 24-year-old back to his roots in New England. WABI 5
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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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