The two representatives from different political affiliations and areas of the state agreed on all the issues that the state currently faces and want to be part of the solution. Read More
More than 120 people gathered at the Bangor Public Library on August 9 to hear Somali immigrant-turned-author Abdi Nor Iftin read excerpts from his recently released book, and share insights from his experiences. Iftin celebrates four years in the U.S. this weekend. Author Abdi Nor Iftin… Read More
Here’s the audio from the April 28 oral arguments from the same-sex marriage case on which the Supreme Court just ruled. Maine lawyer Mary Bonauto, of Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, can be heard in the first 28 minutes or so. The court today ruled… Read More
FALMOUTH — OceanView will hold its Special Populations Clinic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at 74 Lunt Rd. This event is designed for fitness professionals who want to learn more about special clinical concerns for the aging population. A range of topics will be… Read More
SULLIVAN — The Frenchman Bay Conservancy will hold a winter wildlife tracking workshop 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 23 at Long Ledges Preserve with naturalists and certified wildlife trackers Brendan White and Matt Dickinson. White monitors conservation easements for Frenchman Bay Conservancy and is a Certified Level… Read More
This is the first in a new BDN event series called Bangor Daily Brews, which will feature more informal policy and issue-based discussions held at local businesses over coffee or beer. Read More
Governor LePage designated 32 Opportunity Zones in Maine earlier this year. Is your business in one of them? Do you know how to take advantage of Opportunity Zones to attract investment to grow your business? Come to Dirigo Speaks with Dr. Brien Walton, Director of Husson University's Center for Family Business, to learn how. Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the Bangor Public Library. Read More
Chatting with fellow hikers about Maine trails was my top priority, and that’s what I did, nonstop, all day. It was awesome. 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
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
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
