Today
in Bangor
Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Bangor, the Church of the Nazarene and African immigrants collaborate by sharing a space for worship services to enrich community religious diversity. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Maine faces various challenges and developments including a police sergeant's excessive overtime, the suspension of Bangor's leading syringe provider, a decline in overdose deaths, criticism of Rep. Jared Golden's bill support, storm damage to fishing piers, and the anticipation for the 2025 sled dog race amid new regulations. Bangor Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bangor International Airport experiences smooth holiday travel despite national disruptions, with an uptick in passengers expected to continue into early January. FOX Bangor
- ➤ Bangor International Airport will reintroduce weekly direct flights to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport starting June 2025, expanding connectivity for passengers. Bangor Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine proposes regulations to phase out products containing PFAS by 2032, with a public hearing set for January and hopes for a final rule by next spring. Bangor Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bangor City Council adopted a $350,000 grant from the Maine State Housing Authority to support homeless individuals through a new Housing Navigator and Stabilization Pilot Program, alongside appointing Geoffrey Low as the new fire chief. WABI 5
- ➤ Dan Tremble, elected Penobscot County commissioner and Bangor City councilor, decides to retain his council seat, citing legal advice and historical precedent. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ Maine's Attorney General is suing to stop a contractor, accused of multiple incidents of incomplete and substandard work, from operating, and seeks restitution for affected customers. Bangor Daily News
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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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Dirty Dancing in Concert: A Live Film Experience
Experience the iconic film 'Dirty Dancing' like never before with a live performance of its memorable soundtrack after the screening.
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