The #MeToo movement raised awareness of sexual harassment in Maine, across the United States and globally. Three Maine workplace leaders come together for a Dirigo Speaks that will reflect on the last year and ask: What's changed in workplaces in Maine? Has anything changed for women or for men? Join us on August 21 at the Bangor Arts Exchange for this free event. Read More
If you live in Waldo County, please consider attending a facilitated community listening session at the Belfast Free Library on August 14 at 6:30 p.m. What’s on your mind when it comes to life in Belfast and Waldo County? We invite you to meet BDN journalists, and share the issues and ideas that are on your mind. We listen and you set the agenda. Read More
Jacob Posik from the Maine Heritage Policy Center and Carroll Conley, Jr. of the Christian Civic League of Maine joined the Bangor Daily News for a discussion about Maine's referendum process and some proposed reforms. Read More
At Dirigo Speaks, Peggy Schaffer proposed that "universal broadband will save the world" and shared what Maine needs to do to take real steps toward the goal of broadband for all. Read More
The Maine Legislature has set a goal of delivering broadband access to all communities in the state, but it’s going to require a major push — not to mention many millions of dollars of investment — for the state to claim that victory. Read More
Even though his players tease him for it, the coach of the University of Maine football team often likes to stress that it’s “a major Division I college program” during interviews and in team meetings. Read More
PEMBROKE — Greenhorns will hold its Summer Camp Film Series, featuring inspiring films about the quests of farmers engaging with the food system for a brighter, more biodiverse and just future, at Reversing Hall, 4 Leighton Point Road. Attendance is free, though donations greatly appreciated. Read More
WATERVILLE — The Waterville Public Library will hold a RISEUp Certificate Information Session 10:15 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 73 Elm St. RISEUp is a training and credential program created by the retail industry and the NRF to help you develop the skills you… Read More
Peggy Schaffer leads Maine’s broadband investment program, and she has the keys to unlock rural high speed internet. As Executive Director of ConnectME, Maine’s program to expand broadband throughout the state, Schaffer will share an update on progress in DC and Augusta on improving access to funds for broadband growth, new opportunities for municipalities, and talk about what it will take at the state and town levels. Join us on July 23 at the Bangor Arts Exchange for this free and informative event. Read More
Maine poet Richard Blanco reads selections from his newest work, 'How to Love a Country,' and reflects on Independence Day at Dirigo Speaks. Born in Madrid to Cuban exile parents and raised in Miami, the negotiation of cultural identity characterizes Blanco's three collections of poetry. Join the BDN and Launchpad at the Bangor Arts Exchange on July 2 at 5:30 for this special evening, free to all. Read More
Join pros from Maine's lobster, craft brewing and outdoor recreation industries for a talk on economic incentives and environmental imperatives at June's Bangor Daily Brews. June 27 at 5:30 p.m. at West Market Coffee House in Bangor. Read More
A group of coaching, human resources and staffing professionals will join the BDN for a conversation about their ongoing efforts to recruit people to work or study in Maine. Read More
The BDN seeks input from parents and students in the Bangor area: We want to hear about what matters directly from you, so we can better report on and explain what's happening in local schools. What’s on your mind when it comes to your school? Come meet Bangor Daily News journalists, and help us decide what we should be covering in your schools. We listen (and provide snacks) and you set the agenda. June 10 at 5 p.m. at the Bangor Arts Exchange. Please reserve your seat, as space is limited. Read More
Join the BDN for a conversation over beer about ongoing efforts to recruit people to work or study in Maine -- with Amy Vachon, Nick Charlton, Thomas Ellis and Nettie Kilby. 5 p.m. on May 30 at Sea Dog Brewing Co. in Bangor. Read More
It's been almost five years since the Verso paper mill closed in Bucksport, and the town's efforts to chart a new course for the former mill site have surprised many with their speed.
Join the BDN for this Dirigo Speaks, featuring Bucksport leaders and BDN journalists in a discussion of what's working, and lessons learned. 5:30 p.m. on June 4 at the Alamo Theatre in Bucksport. 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
Dirigo Speaks hosted Dr. Brien Walton of Husson's Dyke Center for Family Business for a talk about using Opportunity Zones to grow businesses and attract investment. Town officials from Lincoln joined him to make their announcement. Read More
Maine’s secretary of state said tallying ranked-choice votes from the 2nd Congressional District will not be slowed in anticipation of a judge’s ruling that could halt the process or alter the outcome. 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
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
