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in Bangor
Thursday, December 26th, 2024
Good morning, Bangor. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First responders and dispatchers in Penobscot, Maine, work together on Christmas day to maintain high morale through activities like a secret Santa and shared meals, while placing service before self to ensure community safety. WABI 5
- ➤ Over 110 people honored dairy farmer Chuck Noyes for his 60-year tradition of working on Christmas morning at his Noyes Family Farm in Albion, with festivities and messages of appreciation including from notable politicians. FOX Bangor
- ➤ The Mansion Church in Bangor extended its warming center hours on Christmas Day, providing a sense of family and a free Christmas Dinner for the unhoused community. FOX Bangor
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tractor-trailer getting stuck briefly closed Kidder Hill Road in Holden, but it reopened at 9:45 a.m. Bangor Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maine faces a severe housing crisis with soaring home prices and rent due to underproduction and high migration, impacting affordability more than national averages and putting it out of reach for many residents. Bangor Daily News
- ➤ The Mega Millions jackpot has increased to $1.15 billion after 30 consecutive drawings without a winner, sparking excitement among Maine residents about potential life changes. FOX Bangor
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine police departments plan to use AI for writing reports, aiming to save time despite concerns over accuracy and accountability. Bangor Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Poultry owners utilize creative off-grid methods to prevent chicken water from freezing during cold Maine weather. 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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