Summers here and the time is right....

For dancin in the streets? Well that's whats going on down by the waterfront these days. And I for one, couldn't be any happier. With the new Waterfront Concert Series in full swing, whats not to smile about. I have been lucky enough to be involved in both shows so far and all I can say is KEEP IT UP. From the promoters, to the ushers, the support staff, and especially, the fans, you all have done your city proud. Cary Weston's daughter made a loud proclamation of "Welcome to Bangor!" and kicked this off. And what a welcome its been. I've talked with lots of folks these past few weeks and its the main point of conversation, all positive. Just what the doctor ordered for this once nasty area of town. And everyone knows that my fellow Bangorians are starving for live music. Keep it up Alex and Robbie, and we'll keep showing up.

All the music talk has brought out the age old question as to why Bangor has fallen off the concert tour map. Most think its due to the age of the auditorium, but that not it. I've seen plenty of shows in places in waaaay worse shape than the old Mecca. The reality is that no one has been pursuing the touring bands to come to Bangor. No promoters, and certainly not our director down at Bass Park. Mike Dyer is perfectly happy with the basketball tourney, the flower show, the State Fair, and the Shrine Circus. As long as nobody on the Council asks the hard questions, Mike's job is safe. I'm all for hiring an outside company to manage this facility, and the new arena as well. They'll pump a few bucks into the joint and maybe even upgrade the restrooms and concessions. Wouldn't that be nice? Lets get this done and show Mike the door. Its long overdue.....

Lots of questions surrounding the Hollywood Slots 1% payout and how it being divided out. No one seems to know where the cash is going, except the arena fund folks. Our beloved legislature wants answers they say. All the really want is to grab a few buck for themselves.

Nichi Farnum is off and running in her race against Joe Perry's State Senate seat. I hear footsteps Joe.............