The public is encouraged to attend the One Life Project: Public Priorities event, where attendees will work together to select what both the Bangor region and Maine as a whole should do next to address the opioid epidemic. July 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Arts Exchange. Read More
Drawing on his years of experience leading orchestras around the world, Bangor-based Grammy Award-winning conductor Lucas Richman shares lessons on life and leadership in this informative, interactive talk. BDN reporter Emily Burnham will moderate a discussion after Richman's presentation. Wednesday, July 25th at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Arts Exchange. Read More
What does it mean to be an American? Immigrant, Mainer, and newly minted author Abdi Nor Iftin will join Dirigo Speaks to share his journey of becoming American. The event will include a book signing of Iftin's newly-released book, "Call Me American," after the discussion. Thursday, August 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Public Library. Read More
“I am very conscious that this is recent and opinions can change. There is still a solid one-third of the population who oppose same-sex couples.” Read More
Remarks as prepared. Presented at Dirigo Speaks, at the Bangor Public Library on June 12. Good afternoon. It’s a privilege to be joining you today as part of the Dirigo Speaks series. My thanks to the Bangor Daily News for the invitation and to our moderator,… Read More
At this week’s "Dirigo Speaks: The Next Act" event at the Bangor Public Library, three Mainers shared their stories about starting a business after the age of 50. Read More
The conversation that informs a large part of Bucksport’s identity is one between the past and the present. With the closing of the paper-mill, the town has re-imagined its identity. Historical footage of the town, the people, and early technology responsible for the local industries is preserved at… Read More
Join us for the final Eggs and Issues of the season, and the final one of Governor Paul LePage’s term as Governor of Maine. This event is expected to sell out, so be sure to reserve your spot to hear the Governor one last time!… Read More
The Bangor Daily News produces engaging in-person events that inform, empower and connect. Dirigo Speaks presents conversations throughout the year with civic leaders, change makers, artists and business leaders shaping Maine’s future. Read More
This special BDN subscriber-only preview of Shear Madness at Bangor's Historic Opera House on June 13 is presented as a thank you to Bangor Daily News subscribers. Update: this event is SOLD OUT. We are hosting subscriber events every few months -- watch this space for more, and make sure we have your email address. Read More
Legendary civil rights attorney (and Portland resident) Mary Bonauto comes to Bangor for a talk on new fronts in LGBTQ rights, three years after her successful 2015 argument before the U.S. Supreme Court in Obergefell v Hodges, establishing the right of all same sex couples to legally marry nationwide. Read More
“Maine Hikes off the Beaten Path” is available at bookstores throughout Maine. A book launch party is planned for 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 7 at Epic Sports in downtown Bangor. Read More
Legendary civil rights attorney (and Maine resident) Mary Bonauto comes to the Bangor Public Library on June 12 at 5:30pm for a talk on new fronts in LGBTQ rights, three years after her successful 2015 argument before the U.S. Supreme Court in Obergefell v. Hodges, which established the… Read More
Bangor Daily News reporter Matthew Stone will moderate a Q&A session following Hunter's remarks. We invite questions from all our readers for Dr. Hunter. Read More
To help you get the answers you need about how the law will affect your finances or your business, join BDN business reporter Lori Valigra at Seadog Brewing Company in Bangor on March 15. Read More
Sunday during the thrilling Maine win over Albany at the Cross Center I wondered out loud what Amy Vachon would be doing next season? Well, now I know. Read More
BDN readers will have the opportunity to speak with some motivated Mainers who, despite having logged many years and a lot of miles, continue to inspire with their hard work and athletic achievements. Read More
“The Dogs Pond” centers on a small band of veterans of our most recent wars, Owen, Stills and Bergsey, who have gathered for a reunion organized by Owen’s brother. Read More
In the nine months since the official designation of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Lucas St. Clair said the emotional climate in that part of the state has changed quite a bit. Read More
Approximately 208,000 Mainers — that’s 16.2 percent of the state’s residents — are food insecure, meaning they have difficulties affording quality food. Read More
