Can road races and other sports events become an economic engine for the region? Lifelong runner Gary Allen will share what he's learned and his vision for economic growth at Dirigo Speaks on Tuesday, October 23 at the Bangor Opera House. Doors open at 5 p.m. Read More
Here's your chance to ask Maine Secretary of State Matt Dunlap anything you want about ranked choice voting and elections. One week after the midterms, you can be sure he'll have plenty to say at this Dirigo Speaks AMA. Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Arts Exchange. Doors open at 5. 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
Former U.S. Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell criticized Congress’ handling of the sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Read More
ROCKLAND — WRFR, Knox county’s very own radio station is having an Open Station week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 21-27 at 20 Gay Street. The public is invited to stop by and check out the station, see the studio, meet a programmer you have… Read More
BELFAST — Services at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 95 Court St., on Sunday, Oct. 21 will be conducted by the Rev. Stephen Smith. Holy Eucharist at 8 a.m. will be spoken, without music, and Holy Eucharist at 10:15 a.m. includes organ and choir. Coffee and… Read More
Find the right bike? Want to solo hike? Need camp cooking tips? How about muscling the kayak onto your car? Join the BDN's Aislinn Sarnacki and Maine women of all ages at Act Out for skills and gear to get the most out of your next trip into the wild. RSVP to get an extra name in the drawing for amazing door prizes! Saturday October 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Husson University Read More
In 2018, attacks on the media and stark economics for newspapers combine to create a challenging environment for journalism and journalists. Join Maine Focus editor Erin Rhoda and other experts for a conversation about the value and the challenge of reading and writing about what’s really going on. Read More
An American lawyer, businessman, author and politician, George Mitchell served as a United States Senator from Maine from 1980 to 1995 and as Senate Majority Leader from 1989 to 1995. This is the Senator's second Dirigo Speaks appearance. Thursday September 27 at the Gracie Theatre at Husson University. Doors open at 5 p.m. Read More
The year is 1953, and the Red Scare is heating up. CBS telejournalist Edward R. Murrow (David Strathairn) and his newsroom find themselves under fire for challenging the most powerful politicians of their day. Tickets must be reserved in advance. Gates open at 5 p.m., film starts at 7:45. Read More
As Chief Psychiatric Officer and Medical Director of Homeless Health Services at PCHC, Dr. Gardner has led efforts to develop community guidelines for the responsible use of benzodiazepines and stimulants in primary care. Dr. Gardner presents regularly about efforts to reduce high risk use and addiction, and addiction as a brain disease. Wednesday, August 22 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Public Library. Read More
The Bangor Daily News hosted the One Life Project: Public Priorities event to get a sense of the most urgent and well-supported initiatives for tackling opioid addiction, involve the public in discussion about a key issue in advance of November’s election, and provide a chance for the gubernatorial candidates to listen to what matters to Maine people. Read More
Chipping away at the stigma that blocks too many people addicted to drugs and their loved ones from seeking recovery options emerged as the priority Wednesday in a gathering that included three candidates for governor. 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
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
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
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
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
