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At 10 a.m. on Halloween, Bangor Humane Society celebrated the 1,175th pet adopted during the ASPCA Rachael Ray 100K Challenge. The official goal of 1,175 marks Bangor Humane’s qualification for the challenge to win $100,000. In addition, BHS is in contention for the $25,000 Community Engagement award. To qualify for the finals on this award, … Continued

With seven days left until the end of the Rachael Ray #100KChallenge, Bangor Humane is poised to make its goal! How cool is that? How can you help? 1. Thinking about adding a fuzzy family member? Visit them to learn about the amazing dogs, cats, and other animals looking for forever homes. 2. Can’t adopt … Continued

Laura, my greyhound, reminded me that I’m a slacker. I need to let you all know about the paws-itive pet-oriented things happening. Here’s what’s coming up for the pet public over the next couple of weeks: Cats on Tour The Bangor Humane Society has cats who need homes, so they developed this outreach project. Look … Continued

If it’s almost fall, it’s time for an annual tradition in Damariscotta, Woofstock! The organizers of this year’s Woofstock sent along a press release. It Reads: Midcoast’s largest festival for pets, Woofstock 2012, changed venues this year. It will be hosted at the Damariscotta River Association at 110 Belvedere Road in Damariscotta, on Saturday, September … Continued

I went to the Maine Lobster Festival in Rockland with the Bangor Daily News last Friday. It was a hot day full of lots of fun. Even in a short-sleeved shirt and shorts, I was hot. No doubt, for some, especially our furry friends, it was hotter. Bill and I took Laura with us on … Continued

When the Bangor Humane Society emptied the shelter of animals in March as part of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Mega Match-a-Thon, Executive Director Suzan Bell was beyond words. “We were not ready for the emotion of having every animal adopted,” Bell said. “I will never forget standing in dog … Continued

I grew up in Harpswell, Maine, five miles from Brunswick and the Maine State Music Theatre at Bowdoin College. During the summers of my teens, I ushered there. That meant I could see shows for free. It was a great deal for a poor teenager. I wish the Maine State Music Theatre had a show … Continued

I wrote this story for the Bangor Daily News publication “The Weekly.” It was published on June 21, but the message is universal and bears repeating. Please, if you’re out with your dog this summer, watch to make sure they’re having fun and not overheating. This summer, ensure your furry friends have as much fun … Continued

For those who don’t know, I participated as a photographer and walker in the Greater Bangor Bark For Life. This event raises money for Relay for Life but acknowledges the vital role dogs play in caregiving for people with cancer. Also, dogs get cancer. Yes, they do. Some very pawsome people organized Bark for Life: … Continued

Summertime is here and with it comes vacations, sunny days, and lots of activity. Trixie and Agatha want to remind you to be mindful of temps this summer. They also want to remind you to make sure your dog looks fashionable. Some summertime tips to keep pooch happy & safe: 1. Avoid pavement or asphalt. … Continued