Maine Highlands

Bangor

Dispatches and regional reporting from Bangor and the surrounding Maine Highlands area.

Maine Employers Adapt to Changing Workforce and Regional Needs

Businesses are investing in training, housing partnerships, automation and long-term workforce development as hiring remains difficult across the state.

State & Policy / Bangor

Municipal Races Across Maine Draw a Wider Field of First-Time Candidates

Town council and select board races from Bangor to Biddeford have seen a notable increase in first-time candidates this cycle.

Jul 28, 2026

Beauty & Wellness / Bangor

Bangor Salons Move Toward Upfront Pricing After Years of Customer Complaints

Several Bangor-area salons have adopted clearer, upfront pricing models after years of customer frustration with unpredictable final bills.

Jul 19, 2026

Sports / Bangor

Bangor High School Hockey Enters the Season with a Rebuilt Roster

After graduating a strong senior class, Bangor High School hockey looks to younger players to carry the program into a rebuilding season.

Jul 15, 2026

Maine Table / Bangor

Bangor's Craft Brewing Scene Becomes an Unlikely Community Anchor

A handful of small breweries in Bangor have become informal community gathering spaces, hosting everything from trivia nights to local fundraisers.

Jun 27, 2026

Night Shift / Bangor

Bangor's Last Independent Bookstore Becomes a Community Gathering Point

As the region's remaining independent bookstore, a Bangor shop has expanded into hosting author events, book clubs and community gatherings.

Jun 20, 2026