Bangor Daily News
What’s on the ballot and how to vote in Bangor’s elections
With a record 12 candidates vying for three Bangor City Council seats, this guide provides essential information on Election Day voting, registration, and candidate platforms for local voters.
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5m10-bed detox program in Bangor is closing
Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness is closing its Bangor detox facility due to unsustainable funding, cutting regional detox capacity in half and highlighting critical flaws in Maine's recovery infrastructure.
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5mMaine shipbuilders, union brass split over Senate race
The Maine Senate race between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson intensifies as shipyard workers at Bath Iron Works remain divided over seniority versus labor-aligned political priorities.
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3mHolidays bring up grandchildrens’ ingratitude
Dear Abby addresses etiquette concerns regarding unacknowledged holiday gifts and offers practical advice to a grandmother struggling to collect rent from family members living in her home.
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4mCOVID vaccine misinformation spreads
Dr. Roach addresses common concerns regarding COVID-19 vaccine safety, clarifying that extensive global research confirms their efficacy and lower risk compared to the dangers posed by COVID-19 infections.
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5mBlocked extra point in OT proves costly as UMaine loses 8th-straight
Rhode Island defeated the University of Maine 14-13 in overtime after a blocked extra point cost the Black Bears a chance to snap their long losing streak.