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The Bangor Mall

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The Bangor Mall

Posted on February 4, 2026 by dmartignetti

The conversation centers on the decline of malls, particularly in Maine, with specific mention of the Bangor mall and the airport mall. Matt describes the mall’s deterioration, noting the closure of anchor stores like Bugaboo Creek and Borders, and the shift of businesses to downtown Bangor.

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