Bangor, Maine is a city of 31,000 people located in eastern Maine on the banks of the Penobscot River. Bangor is the third largest city in Maine and serves as a commerce hub for the northern two-thirds of the state. Bangor is home to writer Stephen King.
2026 Maine Savings Amphitheater Summer Concert Lineup (So Far)
We love the summer concert season here in Maine, and the lineup for the 2026 summer concert season is looking so far, so good!
Bangor Savings Bank’s ‘Christmas Kittens’ Ad Turns 45
The Bangor Savings Bank "Christmas Kitten Commercial" is turning 45 this year.
Bangor Woman Nails a No-Spill Hill Slide in Viral Throwback
For #TBT, we’re revisiting the legendary Bangor hill slide that left the coffee totally untouched.
Don’t Miss Downtown Bangor’s Annual ‘Plaid Friday’ Shopping Event
Grab your flannel & hit the streets! Downtown Bangor’s Plaid Friday is here again. Deals, fun, and community vibes await!
Morgan Wallen Owes His First Big Break to This Mainer
While the ‘I’m The Problem’ singer has enjoyed a decade of awards and success, it was a song written by a Mainer that first helped launch his career.
Maine Stores Set for GameStop’s Big ‘Trade Anything Day’
The video game retail chain has announced an upcoming day where you can ‘trade anything’ for store credit—including at locations here in Maine.
British Filmmaker Edgar Wright Tells The Story of How He Met Stephen King In Maine
Imagine standing on the same street as a literary giant and then getting a surprise visit from him. That's exactly what happened to Edgar Wright in Maine.
Bangor Humane Society Asks for Blanket Donations
Ahead of the colder months, the Bangor Humane Society has issued a public request for help in keeping their animals as cozy as possible.
Bangor’s Community Connector Seeks Input on New Fare System
The Community Connector in Bangor is planning some updates and upgrades, and they’re asking for public feedback.
Best Places to Trick-or-Treat in Bangor
The excitement of Halloween in Bangor is palpable, with neighborhoods like Little City promising full-sized candy bars and a community buzzing with costumed kids.