Take Five at Harbor Park! Sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference. Over the past few weeks, our Parks, Recreation & Facilities team has completed repairs and maintenance at Ellsworth’s Harbor Park and Marina, helping ensure one of Ellsworth’s favorite waterfront gathering ….Read More
Sometimes the simplest things are the best. Today is National Vanilla Ice Cream Day, and while there are plenty of fancy flavors to choose from, there’s something timeless about a scoop (or two!) of creamy vanilla. If you’re looking for the perfect place to celebrate, ….Read More
Temporary Traffic Detour Planned Friday Morning for Deputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway Dedication On Friday, July 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., a formal dedication ceremony will take place on Route 3 in Trenton to unveil the Deputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway signs. To help ensure ….Read More
Whether you’re taking a peaceful walk, enjoying nature with your dog, or spending time outdoors with family and friends, the Branch Lake Public Forest is one of Ellsworth’s special places. Covering more than 800 acres with over three miles of recreational trails, the forest protects ….Read More
As Ellsworth continues to grow, the City is exploring whether a short-term rental (STR) registration and safety inspection program should be considered. Before any recommendations are developed, we want to hear from you. Community input is an important part of the City’s decision-making process, and ….Read More
Looking for your real estate or personal property tax bill? We’ve made it easy. The City of Ellsworth’s Property Tax page is your one-stop destination to view your bill, pay online, access property assessment cards and tax maps, review payment due dates, and find answers ….Read More
If you’ve noticed crews working around town replacing streetlights, you’re not imagining things—great progress is being made! As part of the City’s streetlight replacement project, 222 of Ellsworth’s 507 streetlights have already been upgraded, bringing brighter, more energy-efficient lighting to neighborhoods throughout the community. Here’s ….Read More
Every emergency response begins long before the sirens sound. In this Medium story, step behind the scenes with the Ellsworth Fire Department to see how training, teamwork, and preparation ensure firefighters are ready when our community needs them most. 👉 Read the full story here: ….Read More
Have you ever thought about serving your community? If you’re passionate about Ellsworth and would like to help shape its future, this may be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Nomination papers for the November 3, 2026, Municipal Election will be available beginning Thursday, July ….Read More
