ELLSWORTH, Maine (June 16, 2026) – Gather your friends and head downtown. City of Ellsworth Launches 2026 Downtown Summer Concert Series The City of Ellsworth is excited to announce the launch of our Downtown Summer Concert Series, bringing free live music to the Franklin Street ….Read More
Good news, Ellsworth! The City’s streetlight replacement project is scheduled to begin the week of June 15, 2026. Crews will be working throughout the community to install new LED streetlights, replacing aging fixtures that have become increasingly difficult to maintain. While the project is contractually ….Read More
It takes every one of us to keep Ellsworth running. From the employees residents see every day to those working behind the scenes, each position plays an important role in delivering the services that make our city safe, welcoming, and vibrant. Whether you’re answering phones, ….Read More
What should Ellsworth’s streets look like in the years ahead? The City of Ellsworth is continuing work on the Maine DOT Village Partnership Initiative, a project focused on improving how people move through our community, whether walking, biking, driving, or accessing local businesses and services. ….Read More
What happens when artists are invited to see Ellsworth not just as a place, but as inspiration? Beginning May 15 and running through July 12, 2026, Courthouse Gallery Fine Art invites residents and visitors to experience ELLSWORTH AS MUSE, a special exhibition celebrating the people, ….Read More
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, favorite snacks, and don’t forget the bug spray — outdoor movie nights are returning to Knowlton Park this summer! Thanks to our friends at The Grand, families can enjoy a series of free outdoor movies at the Knowlton Park Amphitheater ….Read More
If you haven’t already cast your ballot, polling places are open until 8:00 PM for the Municipal School Budget Validation and Special Referendum Election. Elections don’t happen by themselves. Behind every smooth Election Day is a dedicated team of election workers, City staff, volunteers, and ….Read More
Recently, a few of us gathered in front of one of the two new welcome signs now greeting residents and visitors as they enter Ellsworth. The signs are a fitting reminder of the pride we take in our community and they provided the perfect backdrop ….Read More
Whether you’re visiting for the first time, planning a weekend adventure, or you’ve called Ellsworth home for years, there’s always something new to discover. A recent blog post from our very own Twila Fisher, Economic Development Director, highlights the launch of DiscoverEllsworth.org, a tourism and ….Read More
Over the past several months, residents, business owners, and community members have shared ideas about how Ellsworth’s streets can better serve everyone who uses them. Now it’s time for the next step. Based on feedback received during the first round of public engagement, project partners ….Read More