If you haven’t noticed the street sweeper out and about recently, here’s a quick update from the City of Ellsworth Public Works team. Our original street sweeping schedule has experienced a delay because the street sweeper is currently undergoing needed maintenance and repairs. We know ….Read More
From planting trees and protecting forests to teaching students and celebrating volunteers, it has been a busy and inspiring stretch for Ellsworth’s urban forestry and environmental stewardship efforts. Over the past week, City staff, students, volunteers, and community partners came together for several events focused ….Read More
Don’t miss this great Family Event! The City of Ellsworth is excited to welcome the community back to Knowlton Park for the 2nd Annual “Play It Forward” event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm. This will be the kick-off for ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth is currently seeking a motivated, dependable, and community-minded individual to join our team as a Facilities Assistant. This full-time position plays an important role in helping keep City facilities clean, welcoming, safe, and running smoothly for both staff and the public. ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Registrar of Voters will be in session from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in preparation for the June 9, 2026 City of Ellsworth Referendum and State of Maine Primary Election. Sample ballots for both elections can be ….Read More
The Friendly City Over the past several months, the City of Ellsworth, Maine has been working on something that may seem simple on the surface: a new logo and visual identity. But for us, this project was always about much more than graphics or typography. ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth would like to remind property owners that unpaid FY26 tax bills must be paid by June 4, 2026 to avoid additional collection fees. Beginning after that date, accounts with unpaid balances will receive a 30-Day Demand Notice, which includes additional fees ….Read More
Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2026. 🗑️ If your trash is normally picked up on Mondays, your pickup will move to Wednesday, May 27, next week due to the holiday. 🏛️ Please also note: City Hall is closed on Fridays and will also be ….Read More
Remember those new downtown crossing lights we told you about? They’re officially installed thanks to the hard work of City crews. 👏 These new pedestrian crossing lights will help make crossing busy downtown streets safer and easier heading into Ellsworth’s busy summer season. A huge ….Read More
🚧 You know that “dip” in the road on Surry Road near the Black House? Well, its days are numbered. 👏 Starting Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Sargent Construction will be in the area replacing the culvert and fixing the roadway. Work is expected to continue ….Read More