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Bangor News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Bangor News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Bangor and Eastern Maine. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, outdoor recreation, and community events across Penobscot County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Maine's most important regional hubs, Bangor News Today keeps…
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Houlton Needs Your Voice in November | Bangor News
Houlton’s local government is in urgent need of new faces after a whirlwind year of resignations and drama — 17 municipal positions are open, including five on…
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ICE Agent Shoots Man in Moving Car | Bangor News
A federal immigration agent shot and killed Johan Sebastian Duran Guerrero in a Maine residential neighborhood during a vehicle stop — sparking national…
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Cyclospora Surge Linked to Lettuce | Bangor News
Cyclospora infections are surging this year, with 2026 potentially becoming the worst on record — and Michigan is ground zero, reporting over 3,300 cases…
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Invasive Beetle Threatens Bangor Trees | Bangor News
A new invasive beetle has turned up in Bangor, wreaking havoc on local trees and plants—and it’s spreading faster than officials can contain it. Experts are…
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Lewiston Fire Leaves 32 Homeless | Bangor News
A devastating fire tore through an apartment building in Lewiston, displacing 32 residents—though miraculously, no one was injured. Flames erupted on a…
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The Boston Cone That Stole the Show | Bangor News
Boston just gave a traffic cone a royal welcome — complete with bagpipes, the governor, and the mayor — as the “Boston Cone,” flown in from Scotland, became…
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Nirav Shah’s Progressive Push | Bangor News
Nirav Shah, the former public health chief who led Maine through the pandemic, is launching a bold bid for the U.S. Senate to unseat Senator Susan Collins — a…
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Florida Executes Oldest Death Row Inmates | Bangor News
Florida is executing some of its oldest death row inmates, including a 74-year-old—making him the oldest executed in modern state history—with two even older…
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Juvenile Killer Seeks Reduced Sentence | Bangor News
A teen killer turned legal milestone: At 17, Robert Tulloch stabbed two Dartmouth professors to death in 2001, earning a life sentence without parole — until…
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Where to Pick Wild Blueberries in Maine | Bangor News
Maine’s wild blueberry season is here—commercial harvests begin July 27th and run through September. With fields stretching across hundreds of farms, it’s a…
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Inspect Before You Sign | Bangor News
Don’t skip the home inspection—especially if you’re new to buying. It’s not a yes-or-no decision, but your secret weapon to uncover hidden issues from roof to…
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Hermon Mountain Goes Year-Round | Bangor News
Hermon Mountain’s got a major makeover—new owners are turning this winter ski spot into a year-round community hub with a restaurant, disc golf, concerts, and…
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Maine’s Education Slide | Bangor News
Maine’s once-proud academic standing is in freefall, with 74% of fourth graders now failing to meet reading proficiency and 67% falling short in math—trends…
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Spotting Mature Black Bears Fast | Bangor News
Spotting a mature black bear in the wild? It’s trickier than it looks—especially with fleeting glimpses and tricky lighting. But focus on three key clues…
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Bladder Mistake Goes to Trial | Bangor News
A major medical malpractice trial looms next week as Emily Mitchell, who suffered a catastrophic bladder removal during ovarian cyst surgery in 2023, prepares…
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Maine Schools Under the Microscope | Bangor News
Maine’s schools are facing tougher times than a decade ago—and The Bangor Daily News is launching a deep, ongoing investigation to uncover why and how to fix…
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Invasive Beetle Threat in Bangor | Bangor News
An invasive beetle has been spotted in a Bangor neighborhood, posing a serious threat to local trees and plant life. With no natural predators in the area…
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Generational Divide in Jewish Identity | Bangor News
A new poll reveals a growing generational divide in the U.S. Jewish community over Israel: older Jews (45+) link their identity to supporting Israel as a…
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Invasive Beetle Alert in Bangor | Bangor News
A new invasive beetle has turned up in a Bangor neighborhood, sparking concern as residents wonder if their trees and local ecosystem are in danger. Officials…
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Maine Scams, Arrests, and Beetle Crisis | Bangor News
Maine’s consumer protection agency warns of financial scams, while law enforcement arrests a Massachusetts man in a cross-state trafficking case. A Penobscot…
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Philly’s Microburst Mayhem and Recovery | Bangor News
Philly took a brutal hit from explosive microbursts Saturday—trees down, power out, streets flooded, even a building collapse in West Philly sent bricks…
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New Training Vessel Arrives at Maine Maritime | Bangor News
Maine Maritime Academy welcomes a long-awaited new training vessel after a two-year wait — a major upgrade that transforms classroom learning into real-world…
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Invasive Beetle Threat in Bangor | Bangor News
A new invasive beetle is causing alarm in Bangor, threatening local trees and gardens with rapid spread. Officials are racing to identify the species and…
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Forage Maine’s Best Wild Mushrooms Safely | Bangor News
Foraging for wild mushrooms in Maine is at its peak right now—rainy, lush woods bursting with edible treasures. But safety first: never eat a mushroom unless…
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Senator Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly | Bangor News
Senator Lindsey Graham, a towering figure in Washington and a key architect of U.S. foreign policy, has died suddenly from illness. A longtime senator since…
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Sunrise Without the Crowd in Acadia | Bangor News
Cadillac Mountain’s sunrise views are legendary—but with record crowds, getting a spot is tougher than ever. Acadia National Park’s new vehicle reservation…
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Beetle Alert, Crash, and Kids’ Hope | Bangor News
An invasive beetle has been spotted in a Bangor neighborhood, sparking concern as officials monitor its potential environmental impact. Meanwhile, the Maine…
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Graduation Surge at Indian Schools | Bangor News
Graduation rates at the Bureau of Indian Education have soared from 50% in 2015 to a record 79%, thanks to smarter tracking and a career-focused curriculum…
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Bangor Weather Alert & Local Updates | Bangor News
Bangor’s weather is heating up fast—starting at 67 and climbing to 82 by noon—with a major weather alert in effect, urging everyone to stay tuned. Storm…
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Acadian Food Truck Family Story | Bangor News
Amy Lagasse just launched her food truck, T&D Eatery, near the Canadian border, serving up beloved Acadian dishes like pate chinois and pot en pot. After 25…
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Blue Hill’s Last Stand for Elm Trees | Bangor News
Blue Hill, Maine, is on a determined mission to save its last standing American elms—giants once shading the town, now under siege from Dutch elm disease. With…
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Staff Exodus Threatens Patient Care | Bangor News
Central Maine Healthcare is reeling after Prime Healthcare’s takeover, with 572 staff members leaving — sparking fears for patient safety as critical…
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Teen Accused in Apalachee Shooting Faces Sentencing | Bangor News
A 16-year-old teen, who was 14 when he fatally shot two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in September, faces a July 24th court hearing for a…
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Pickup Driver Arrested After Road Rage Crash | Bangor News
A brutal road rage crash on Blackwoods Road left a motorcyclist critically injured after being hit by a pickup truck—then fled by the driver. Witnesses caught…
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Solar Power Saves Grid During Heat Wave | Bangor News
During that scorching July heat wave, rooftop solar in New England did the heavy lifting—meeting massive electricity demand, slashing wholesale costs by $130…
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Moana’s Soft Launch Sparks Debate | Bangor News
Moana’s live-action debut sailed into theaters with a modest $95 million global opening—far below expectations for a Disney franchise—but critics are harsh…
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Graham and Trump: From Split to Reunion | Bangor News
After calling Trump “done” and declaring “enough is enough” following the January 6 riot, Senator Lindsey Graham quickly reversed course—revealing their…
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Senator Graham's Legacy in Foreign Policy | Bangor News
Senator Lindsey Graham, the influential South Carolina Republican who rose from humble beginnings to become a pivotal force in American politics, passed away…
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Aaron Thompson’s Wild Night in Raymond | Bangor News
Aaron Thompson, 44, turned a Saturday night in Raymond into a high-speed chase after firing two shots inside his home and fleeing in his maroon Nissan Murano…
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Maine Democrats Race to Pick Senate Candidate | Bangor News
Maine Democrats are racing against the clock to pick their U.S. Senate candidate through a tightly structured process: only registered Dems by June 9th could…
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Pipeline Spill Settlement in Kansas | Bangor News
A record-breaking oil spill from a Keystone pipeline in Kansas is settling for $3 million in environmental repairs — no admission of fault from the company…
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Missing Teen's Tragic Case Demands Truth | Bangor News
A missing teen’s tragic death has ignited a national outcry as his parents demand answers amid conflicting accounts and unanswered questions. Eighteen-year-old…
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AI’s Energy Hunger and the Clean Power Race | Bangor News
AI’s soaring energy appetite is fueling a boom in natural gas plants, sparking fierce debate over whether data centers should be powered by clean energy. While…
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Two Dans Battle for Alaska Senate | Bangor News
Alaska’s Senate race just got wilder with two Dan Sullivans running — one the incumbent senator, the other a challenger with the same name and party, sparking…
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Maine Democrats Pick Senate Challenger | Bangor News
Maine Democrats are locked in a high-stakes race to replace Graham Platner on the Senate ballot, with a delegate-driven convention featuring elimination rounds…
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Heat Dome Hits Two-Thirds of U.S. | Bangor News
A brutal heat dome is slamming the U.S., with triple-digit temps gripping the Southwest and Great Plains—and spreading east. This intense high-pressure system…
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Guggenheim and Legionnaires' Outbreak | Bangor News
New York City’s Upper East Side is in the crosshairs of another Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, with over fifty cases confirmed—no deaths yet. The health…
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Proud Boys Convictions Voided by Judge | Bangor News
The government’s major case against Proud Boys leaders convicted of seditious conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election has been tossed out by a federal judge —…
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Collins on McConnell’s Health and Senate Race | Bangor News
Senator Susan Collins says she texted Mitch McConnell after his hospitalization but has no recent updates on his health, as the 84-year-old senator remains…
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School Board Member Wanted in Infant Overdose Case | Bangor News
A wanted woman with ties to a school board is on the run after allegedly causing an infant overdose — and now authorities are urgently seeking the public’s…
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Invasive Beetle Threat in Bangor | Bangor News
A new invasive beetle has turned up in Bangor, threatening local trees and green spaces with serious ecological damage. Residents are alarmed as officials…
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Beetle Alert, Credit Warnings, and Hope for Kids | Bangor News
A mysterious invasive beetle has taken up residence in a Bangor neighborhood, sparking ecological alarm. Meanwhile, Maine’s consumer credit protection agency…
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Beetle Invasion in Bangor | Bangor News
A new invasive beetle has turned up in Bangor, threatening local trees and gardens—and sparking urgent concern. Experts are racing to identify, contain, and…
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County Manager Fights Termination | Bangor News
Washington County Manager Renée Gray was abruptly told to leave her office after commissioners voted to terminate her — a move her lawyer says is illegal…
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Rare Split-Color Lobster Caught in Maine | Bangor News
Two Maine lobstermen snagged a jaw-dropping genetic rarity: split-colored lobsters, each half a different hue—an anomaly so rare it’s one in fifty million…
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Invasive Beetles Threaten Bangor Neighborhood | Bangor News
An invasive beetle outbreak in Bangor is turning local yards into battlegrounds, threatening native trees and sparking community alarm. Officials scramble to…
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Maine Senate Race in Flux | Bangor News
Graham Platner’s exit from the Maine Senate race sends shockwaves through Democrats, who now race against the clock to find a replacement before July 27th—just…
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Graham Platner Drops Senate Bid | Bangor News
Graham Platner’s U.S. Senate bid in Maine has officially ended after he withdrew from the race, citing a whirlwind campaign derailed by serious allegations he…
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Apple Sues OpenAI Over Trade Secrets | Bangor News
Apple is suing OpenAI, claiming the AI giant stole trade secrets to build its own hardware — a major blow to their once-partnered relationship. Two former…
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Maine’s Big Projects and Scams | Bangor News
In Maine, a nonprofit is building a campus to give at-risk youth a safe, supportive space to rebuild their lives. Meanwhile, the state’s consumer protection…