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From WABI, Bangor Daily News and 7 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WABI2 hours ago
Searsport Scouts host annual breakfast for local vets, on WABIThe breakfast runs from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the Searsport Community Building. An honorary flag retirement ceremony will follow immediately.
Bangor Daily News2 hours ago
Old Town bans automatic license plate reader cameras, on Bangor Daily NewsThe city is the first Greater Bangor community to ban the controversial technology.
Newsradio WGAN3 hours ago
Courts in Portland, Augusta, Bangor to Stay Open Late on Election Day, on Newsradio WGANThe Maine Judicial Branch says a judge, clerk and marshal will be on duty.
Also reported byBangor Daily News
WABI4 hours ago
University of Maine expands tick lab to add genetic research, on WABIThe University of Maine is expanding its tick lab as ticks become more widespread across the state.
WABI4 hours ago
UMaine leaders face campus questions on projected $19M budget deficit in info session, on WABIAdministrators noted that existing collective bargaining agreements limit the scope of certain staffing adjustments.
WABI4 hours ago
Maine gas prices drop a nickel over the past week, on WABIGas prices are still more than a dollar higher compared to last year.
FOX 22/ABC 74 hours ago
ABC News crew in Bangor, spoke to Mainers ahead of election, on FOX 22/ABC 7BANGOR -- The general election is set for Tuesday, November 3rd, and the race between republican Susan Collins and democrat Troy Jackson for Maine's senate seat is as tight as ever, with recent reports saying it's the closest senate race on the country.
Q96.14 hours ago
Code Enforcement Condemns Bangor Mall Building; Says Unfit For Human Habitation, on Q96.1Stores were still selling merchandise when the city slapped condemnation notices on the Bangor Mall Monday.
Also reported byQ106.5
WABI5 hours ago
Pingree, Charles make final push in Maine governor’s race, on WABIMaine gubernatorial candidates Hannah Pingree and Bobby Charles are making their final pushes across the state one day before the election.
WABI5 hours ago
Bail doubled for former Husson professor, prosecutors call case ‘unusual’, on WABIHouck was ordered to follow a number of conditions, including no contact with minors, staying off Husson’s campus and remaining at least five miles from any school.
Bangor Daily News5 hours ago
Bangor Symphony concert with Gary Sinise to feature his late son’s music, on Bangor Daily NewsThis weekend’s concert will be presented in conjunction with the actor’s upcoming book “Graceful Warrior,” which honors his son and his own family’s journey of healing.
WABI5 hours ago
Penquis sets fundraising goal for annual Thanksgiving turkey drive with WABI, partners, on WABIWABI will be hosting its annual Turkey Telethon to help bring in donations on Nov. 19.
Newsradio WGAN5 hours ago
Bangor mall condemned as property owner owes $2 million, on Newsradio WGANFollowing years of legal battles with the city, the Bangor Mall has been condemned.
Also reported byBangor Daily News
WABI6 hours ago
Shower Chances Increasing For Election Day, on WABIIncreasing rain chances throughout the day Tuesday.
FOX 22/ABC 76 hours ago
Coalition reacts to referendum being re-submitted, on FOX 22/ABC 7STATEWIDE - The Coalition for Free and Fair Schools is continuing their opposition to the initiative they say is targeting Maine youth.
Bangor Daily News6 hours ago
Ellsworth’s historic bowling alley gets a makeover after raising $340K online, on Bangor Daily NewsThe funds have been used for new hardwood floors and carpet, along with retro-inspired seating and new ramps to expand accessibility.
FOX 22/ABC 76 hours ago
Palmyra bridge replacement project begins, on FOX 22/ABC 7PALMYRA - Work started today on the Route 100 bridge that goes over Interstate 95 .
Bangor Daily News7 hours ago
Interesting times at Thompson Free Library, on Bangor Daily NewsBy Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library We live in interesting times. Maybe too interesting. We are surrounded by AI: some headlines, news segments, podcasts and social media promote the pros, while others highlight the cons. Meanwhile, chatbots lurk everywhere. Is it an existential threat or a tool to help humanity? Google now offloads our searches
WABI7 hours ago
Bangor Mall condemned; Dick’s Sporting Goods, JCPenney remain accessible, on WABIWith the exception of two anchor stores, the Bangor Mall is officially off-limits Monday after being deemed by the City as unfit for human occupation.
FOX 22/ABC 77 hours ago
Dunlap continues canvassing efforts, on FOX 22/ABC 7ORONO -- The race for Maine's 2nd Congressional District seat between former Governor Paul Lepage and former Secretary of State Matt Dunlap is continuing to heat up.
FOX 22/ABC 77 hours ago
Aquatics employees needed at the Penbay YMCA, on FOX 22/ABC 7ROCKPORT -- The Penobscot Bay YMCA is need of more employees.
WABI7 hours ago
Hampden Garden Club seeks $50K to finish restoring hall where Susan B. Anthony spoke, on WABIHampden Garden Club needs $50,000 to finish work on the hall where Susan B. Anthony spoke in 1898
WABI7 hours ago
Bridge replacement over I-95 underway along Newport, Palmyra town line, on WABIMaine Department of Transportation crews began work on the Exit 157 interchange bridge, which carries routes 100 and 11 over Interstate 95.
WABI8 hours ago
Jackson, LePage, and Pingree lead in final polls, on WABIThe latest University of New Hampshire's Pine Tree State Poll and the NYT/Siena/Press Herald were both released Sunday night.
FOX 22/ABC 79 hours ago
The Lure of Little Free Libraries, on FOX 22/ABC 7STATEWIDE -- There are more than two dozen Little Free Libraries in and around the Bangor area. These small public book exchanges are often found in weatherproof boxes in residents'
Q106.59 hours ago
'CMA Country Christmas' Will Air on Dec. 1 on ABC, on Q106.5Country music is ready to ring in the holiday season!
WABI9 hours ago
WABI Matinee: Director Jim Merkel talks award-winning documentary ‘Saving Walden’s World’, on WABIThe film will screen at Black Bear Cinemas in Orono on Wednesday, Nov. 4 and Friday, Nov. 6.
Mainebiz10 hours ago
Maine real estate professionals in the news, on MainebizHere’s a roundup of company news — hires, promotions, awards, new offices, performance metrics and more. We are also working to get more of a geographic representation, so if you
Bangor Daily News10 hours ago
Most Mainers think Susan Collins will win despite her trailing in polls, on Bangor Daily NewsOnly 47% of Troy Jackson’s own voters think he will.
FOX 22/ABC 711 hours ago
Afternoon Weather, Monday, November 2nd, on FOX 22/ABC 7Click here to view this article from foxbangor.com.
Q96.111 hours ago
Flu Outbreak Among Bangor Bus Drivers Prompts Last-Minute Bus Route Cancellations Monday Morning, on Q96.1When bus drivers called in sick with the flu, Bangor and Glenburn families faced unexpected transportation headaches on Monday.
Bangor Daily News11 hours ago
Halloween fire burns Belfast apartment building, on Bangor Daily NewsSeven people have been displaced.
FOX 22/ABC 711 hours ago
Improper disposal of smoking materials displaces Belfast residents, on FOX 22/ABC 7BELFAST -- On Saturday, October 31, 2026, at approximately 5:08 p.m., the Belfast Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 10 Bluebird circle in Belfast, involving a residential apartment building.
FOX 22/ABC 712 hours ago
Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness has made a serious announcement regarding the future of one of its facilities, on FOX 22/ABC 7BANGOR -- Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness has made a serious announcement regarding the future of one of its facilities.
University of Maine Athletics12 hours ago
WATCH: Season 5, Episode 2 of Journey North - Breakthrough, on University of Maine AthleticsGo inside and behind the scenes of Maine men's ice hockey with 'Journey North'
NEWS CENTER Maine14 hours ago
Health care needs factor into Penobscot County jail debate, on NEWS CENTER MaineWABI15 hours ago
Eastern Area Agency on Aging will be holding their Annual Craft Fair on November 21st, on WABIWABI TV5 News at 4
Q96.116 hours ago
Maine Savings Amphitheater Set to Announce 2027 Concert Thursday, on Q96.1Halloween is behind us, the holiday season is quickly approaching, and a long, brutal Maine winter is right around the corner. But there's a silver lining: Maine Savings Amphitheater is getting ready to announce concerts for 2027!
FOX 22/ABC 716 hours ago
Morning Weather, Monday, November 2nd, on FOX 22/ABC 7Click here to view this article from foxbangor.com.
FOX 22/ABC 717 hours ago
Weather Discussion 11/2/26, on FOX 22/ABC 7November is here and it arrived fast! Hopefully you remembered to set your clocks back one hour this past weekend. It's not going to feel like it though. High pressure nearby will keep precipitation to a minimum today. We'll be mostly cloudy with a slight chance for sprinkles or light rain showers today. Highs will reach for the mid 60s. Winds could gust up to 20 mph out of the west. Mostly cloudy
In brief
The short notes of Today in Bangor’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
County budgetPenobscot County's proposed budget for next year drops to $41.5 million after a lawyer found the plan to recoup $1 million went against state law, County Administrator Blair Tinkham said.
Penobscot County's proposed budget for next year drops to $41.5 million after a lawyer found the plan to recoup $1 million went against state law, County Administrator Blair Tinkham said. Officials will present the new proposal to the budget advisory committee Wed., Nov. 4, and it still puts the county on pace for a 24% hike.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Bangor Daily News
City CouncilIf you vote in Bangor, 12 candidates are running for City Council on Tuesday, Nov.
If you vote in Bangor, 12 candidates are running for City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 3. It's the most crowded field the office has seen in decades.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Bangor Daily News
WeatherToday warms into the mid 60s with increasing clouds, a slight chance of showers and breezy west winds.
Today warms into the mid 60s with increasing clouds, a slight chance of showers and breezy west winds. Election Day stays cloudy with highs in the upper 50s, and the rain chances are mainly in northern and north central Maine.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: FOX 22/ABC 7
SoccerMaine beat UMBC 2-1 in Baltimore on Sunday, earning the No.
Maine beat UMBC 2-1 in Baltimore on Sunday, earning the No. 3 seed in the America East tournament. The Black Bears will host the No. 6 seed, likely UMBC, on Thurs., Nov. 5, at 7 p.m.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 92.9 The Ticket
HockeyMaine hockey led Boston University 2-1 before the Terriers tied it with 2:12 left in regulation and won 3-2 in overtime on Halloween night.
Maine hockey led Boston University 2-1 before the Terriers tied it with 2:12 left in regulation and won 3-2 in overtime on Halloween night. It was the Black Bears' 10th straight loss to the Terriers in Boston.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 92.9 The Ticket
Voter guidesMainers have five free voter guides to lean on before Tuesday's election, from a personalized digital sample ballot to a plain-language PDF.
Mainers have five free voter guides to lean on before Tuesday's election, from a personalized digital sample ballot to a plain-language PDF. Voters will settle the U.S. Senate race, fill the 2nd District seat opened by U.S. Rep. Jared Golden's departure and pick a successor to term-limited Gov. Janet Mills.
Around Maine · Today’s editionSource: Bangor Daily News
Election tipsThe Bangor Daily News, Portland Press Herald and the Maine Monitor are teaming up on Election Day to investigate problems as voters go to the polls.
The Bangor Daily News, Portland Press Herald and the Maine Monitor are teaming up on Election Day to investigate problems as voters go to the polls. If you see a candidate campaigning close to a polling site or get asked for an ID, you can send a tip, and a reporter from one of the three outlets will look into it.
Around Maine · Today’s editionSource: Bangor Daily News