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What Happened to Bangor Mall?

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What Happened to Bangor Mall?
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Matt Gagnon discusses the decline of the Bangor Mall and why the Maine Mall area in South Portland continues to attract shoppers. From disappearing anchor stores to changing shopping habits and questionable management, Matt explores what went wrong in Bangor. Plus, a nostalgic look back at the days of arcades, food courts, and Woolworths.

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