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Hi Bangor, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Beloved bookstore’s new owners, AI that could catch cancer earlier, and a drag show fundraiser + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
A new chapter begins: Beloved Bangor bookstore Pro Libris has new owners who say they will preserve the late Eric Furry’s legacy, with only store hours changing. The shop remains open for local readers — read the full story.
From setback to fresh start: Rolling Pin Café and Bakery has opened on Main Street, Winterport, by Jarrett and Andrew Norris, formerly of Prospect Country Store, with more space, bigger menu, and apple cider donuts — read the full story.
Smarter slide reading approach: University of Maine researchers developed an AI tool to catch breast cancer earlier, helping pathologists triage faster. The locally built system considers surrounding tissue for more accurate diagnoses — see how the system works.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Serious burger vibes: When the craving hits, Timber Kitchen & Bar makes it a mini celebration, from the Timber Burger with bourbon-bacon jam to the Nor’easter crowned with blueberry BBQ and goat cheese. With fries and a friend, it’s an easy weeknight win right here in Bangor.
Lace up locally: Missing the roller rink? A little ice glide still hits the spot. At Sawyer Arena, open skate hums with sticks, squeaky edges, and easy vibes. Perfect for a buddy or the kids, low-pressure and simple, adding a smooth spin to your week on home ice.
A quick art fix: Zillman Art Museum brings modern and contemporary art to downtown, with rotating exhibits, thoughtful curation, and just enough surprise to shake off February blahs. An easy, low-key spark that lingers, the kind you’ll text friends about later.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Bangor for grown ups
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🎭 2026 Maine Drama Festival – Brewer Regional @ Brewer Performing Arts Center | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – Proof our kids can still command a spotlight, the Maine Drama Festival’s Brewer Regional takes over Brewer Performing Arts Center with high school one-acts, quick set changes, and gutsy performances. Cheer the hometown casts, trade proud-parent grins, and enjoy theater that’s scrappy, sincere, and homegrown.
🌸 Beauty & Bloom @ Well-Polished | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Brewer’s getting a glow-up at Well-Polished, with rose foot soaks, lash tints, and permanent jewelry, plus a DIY bouquet bar and baked goods. Then swing by Generations Boutique & Art Studio and Charmed in Brewer for treats and deals. Because self-care pairs nicely with carbs.
🎉 Spring Fling Block Party @ Generations Boutique & Art Studio | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Generations is throwing a Spring Fling block party with the neighbors, mixing pampering, tarot, permanent jewelry, baked treats, and build-your-own bouquets. First 50 with a boutique purchase snag a swag bag, plus workshops like resin charms, boutique bingo, and beginner sourdough, because carbs are self-care.
💚 Get Your Green On: Drag Show Fundraiser @ Old Town Elks #1287 | Saturday (3/7) at 6:30 PM – Pull on something green and head to the Old Town Elks for a drag show fundraiser with Big Kings Productions and Bangor Pride. Expect big voices, bigger wigs, and neighborly sparkle we like, so show up, tip well, and clap like you mean it.
🐱 Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat @ Cross Insurance Center | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – Save your weekend sanity and bring the crew to The Cat in the Hat, live on stage. Nostalgia for you and mayhem for them, with Thing One, Thing Two, and an opinionated Fish delivering laughs, surprises, and just enough delightful disorder to wear everyone out.
📚 Mistakes Were Made Launch Party @ BookSpace | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – This authorless launch party for Lucy Score’s Mistakes Were Made brings trivia, a romance novel speed swap, light refreshments, and swag to The Briar Patch. Your ticket includes a signed copy, games, and zero awkward Q&A. Come trade paperbacks, meet bookish neighbors, and gloat.
🍷 Wine Dinner #3 @ Utopia | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Ready for a Mediterranean vacation without airport security? Their third wine dinner pours five wines across Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece, paired with five courses that actually deserve your full attention. Reserve your spot, bring your appetite, and pretend it counts as cultural education.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Bangor report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 28°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 4%
Partly sunny, with a high near 28. North wind 5 to 9 mph. Later: A slight chance of snow after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 33°F – Low: 26°F – Precip: 36%
A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. East wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of snow before 7pm, then a slight chance of sleet between 7pm and 11pm, then a slight chance of freezing rain between 11pm and 3am, then a chance of snow and a chance of freezing rain. Cloudy, with a low around 26. Southeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This in-town Bangor home sits in Fairmount Park, minutes from the Waterfront Amphitheater, downtown spots, the Cross Insurance Center, Hollywood Casino, and Mansfield Stadium. A large open lot borders city green space for rare privacy. Inside are 3 beds, 2 baths, and over 1,000 square feet with a first-floor bedroom, mudroom, sunroom, public water and sewer, and a detached garage.
Take a peek inside →
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