By now, you probably know that Thursday nights are booked in downtown Ellsworth. Its the 2026 Downtown Summer Concert Series! Starting July 23 and continuing through October 1, 2026, the City of Ellsworth will host free live music every Thursday evening at the Franklin Street ….Read More
Sometimes, a few photographs tell a story better than words ever could. Earlier this week (Tuesday, July 7, 2026), community leaders, elected officials, members of Maine’s Judicial Branch, and project partners gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Hancock Judicial Center—a project that will ….Read More
A significant milestone for Ellsworth and Hancock County was celebrated today, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, as community leaders, state officials, members of the Maine Judicial Branch, project partners, and residents gathered to officially break ground on the new Hancock Judicial Center. Hosted by Chief Justice ….Read More
Downtown Summer Concert Series brings free live music to the Franklin Street Parklet every Thursday evening from July 23 through October 1, 2026. Concerts will take place at the Franklin Street Parklet, between Elizabeth’s Fine Goods and Black Moon Public House, a vibrant downtown space ….Read More
Do you enjoy being outdoors? Love trees? Looking for a fun way to volunteer this summer? The City of Ellsworth is looking for community volunteers to help with our Street Tree Inventory : an important project that will help us better understand, care for, and ….Read More
As we move into the Holiday weekend and celebrate Independence Day … and as our nation begins commemorating America’s 250th anniversary … we hope you’ll take a moment to enjoy everything that makes this community such a wonderful place to call home. Whether you’re spending ….Read More
Sometimes the biggest difference is made by people who simply roll up their sleeves and get to work. Last Sunday, June 28, 2026, nine dedicated volunteers from the Ellsworth Moose Lodge spent six hours spreading mulch along High Street, helping keep one of our busiest ….Read More
Our parks and athletic fields are shared community spaces enjoyed by numerous children, families, athletes, coaches, and visitors throughout the year. Recently, we’ve noticed an increase in pet waste being left behind on DeMeyer Field and Wilson Field. If you’re enjoying these areas with your ….Read More
Get ready for some crisp, bright new pavement markings around Ellsworth! Beginning the week of July 6, 2026, the City’s contractor will begin repainting crosswalks, stop bars, directional arrows, parking lot lines, and other pavement markings throughout the community. The work will take place in ….Read More
With warm summer temperatures in the forecast, Healthy Acadia, Inspire Community Recovery Center, and the City of Ellsworth are working together to provide a cool place to relax and recharge. A Cooling Center will be open on Thursday, July 2, and Friday, July 3, 2026, ….Read More