FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: July 15, 2026 Contact: Chief Scott Guillerault, Ellsworth Fire Department Ellsworth Fire Department Responds to RV Explosion on North Street ELLSWORTH, ME — At approximately 3:00 PM on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the Ellsworth Fire Department responded to a reported vehicle ….Read More
Sometimes, the best news is the kind that ends quietly. Recently, a brush fire on an island in Ellsworth was quickly brought under control thanks to the fast response and professionalism of the Ellsworth Fire Department and the agencies that assisted. Because of their swift ….Read More
A crackling campfire is one of the best parts of a Maine summer. Whether you’re relaxing at a campsite, gathering around a backyard fire pit, or enjoying an evening by the chiminea, a safe fire is an extinguished fire. As we head into the long ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth will be closed on Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. Because City Hall is regularly closed on Fridays, municipal offices will close on Thursday to recognize the federal holiday and will remain closed through Monday. ….Read More
Thank you, Ellsworth! An estimated 300 people joined us at Knowlton Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the second annual Play It Forward event, a day filled with family fun, community connections, and excitement about the future of the park and playground. One of ….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
ELLSWORTH, Maine — Notice anything different about our letterhead? We hope so. The City of Ellsworth is introducing an updated brand identity that reflects both its history and future, centered around a familiar and meaningful phrase: The Friendly City. The City’s updated look represents a ….Read More
This week, communities across the country are recognizing National EMS Week, a time dedicated to honoring the EMTs, paramedics, and emergency medical professionals who answer the call and often during life’s hardest moments. National EMS Week runs from May 17–23, 2026. Here in Ellsworth, this ….Read More
The community is invited to join us in Ellsworth for a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25, 2026 as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Veterans will gather at the bridge at 9:30 am for ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth and the Ellsworth Fire Department are proud to recognize Jaxon Mansfield as the recipient of the Citizen Award of Merit, presented on April 20, 2026. Jaxon was honored for his extraordinary composure and courageous actions during a life-threatening incident on the ….Read More