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**YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston Calls for Community Support to Win Grant**

The YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking community support to secure a grant through the Bangor Savings Bank Foundation's "Community Matters More" program. The foundation allows local organizations to receive funding based on public voting.

The YMCA urges supporters to cast their vote by February 28th to help them win this grant, which aims to assist nonprofits like theirs in furthering their mission. Voting is straightforward and can be completed in just a minute by visiting the website at [alymca.org/cmm-vote/](http://alymca.org/cmm-vote/).

Local residents and YMCA patrons are encouraged to participate in the initiative by voting and spreading the word to rally community support.

For additional details, visit the YMCA's website or check the hashtags #cmm2025, #cmm, #youmattermore, #communities, and #nonprofit online.

Source: Auburn-Lewiston YMCA

Source Type: YMCA

Source Location: Lewiston

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Celebration of life planned for Lt. William VanPeurseman in Bangor

A Celebration of Life for Lt. William VanPeurseman, known to colleagues as Billy V., is planned for Saturday, May 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bangor Elks Lodge on Odlin Road in Bangor, with casual attire, a memory book and photos welcomed, memories or photos can be emailed to Patsy Powersmith at powersmith@chcs-me.org prior to the event, and donations in his memory may be made to the Bangor Professional Fire Fighters.

Bangor Fire Report Thanks Bangor Historical Society for Sharing Again

Bangor, Maine — A Bangor fire report thanks the Bangor Historical Society for sharing once again.

Bangor hosts Mother's Day Dance for children in grades K-7

BANGOR, Maine — The Bangor Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Mother's Day Dance for children in grades K-7 and their guests on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Cross Insurance Grand Ballroom; tickets are available at the Bangor Parks and Recreation Department, 647 Main Street, or online at www.bangorparksandrec.com, with Bangor residents paying $35 per couple plus $10 for each additional son and non-residents paying $45 per couple plus $12 for each additional son.

Bangor Sgt. John Robinson retires as former supervisor returns

Bangor, Maine — After decades with the Bangor Police Department, Sgt. John Robinson retired this week, receiving a nostalgic send-off when former supervisor Sgt. James Owens came out of retirement for his last radio call, with Lt. Tim Cotton praising Robinson’s kindness, mentorship, and service as a detective and Crisis Negotiation Team member who loved the community.

Bangor Buses Delayed by Road Construction

Bangor, Maine — Bangor High School said road construction around Bangor may cause school buses to be delayed during morning pickups and afternoon drop-offs over the next few days.

Bangor Observes International Firefighters' Day

Bangor, Maine — The Bangor Fire Department observed International Firefighters' Day, saying it remembers fallen firefighters and honors those who have served internationally in a post using the hashtag #IFFDINTERNATIONAL.

Bangor police join Tip-A-Cop fundraiser for Special Olympics Maine

Bangor police officers will participate in a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Applebee's in Bangor on Friday, May 9, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Maine.

Bangor High School Thanks Teachers on National Teacher's Day

Bangor High School in Bangor, Maine, posted a message thanking teachers in the Bangor School Department for their dedication to students and their impact on the community on National Teacher's Day.

Bangor schools host Civil Rights events, Media Literacy Forum

The Bangor School Department in Bangor, Maine, is hosting a series of civil rights events with panels featuring community leaders and experts to foster a culture of belonging across Bangor's schools, along with an online safety and media literacy session for families on May 15, 2025, at the James F. Doughty School.

Police Week Observed as Bangor Fundraiser Benefits Special Olympics

National Police Week, observed May 11-17, will add 345 names to the fallen officers list, including 148 who died in 2024, while Bangor police say the week will mirror last year as officers answer calls and reflect on the job, and a Tip-a-Cop fundraiser at Applebee’s raised over $1,400 for the Special Olympics.