We’ve received a few questions lately, so we want to clear this up: The Ellsworth Recycling Center is OPEN and accepting all regular recycling. While our primary baler is still awaiting repair, the City is currently using a different baler so recycling operations can continue. ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth has issued a Request for Proposals for an important historic preservation project involving one of City Hall’s most recognizable features — the historic City Hall Seal Pediment. The approximately 91-year-old, hand-carved wooden architectural relief stretches about 18 feet across the front ….Read More
We’re not quite ready to say goodbye to the Downtown Summer Concert Series! Join us Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the Franklin Street Parklet for our FINAL concert of the season, featuring Alice Slater & Friends and a Barn Dance! Come downtown, wear your flannel, ….Read More
Wonder how the Girl Scout Troop 1282 turned a Bronze Award project into a lasting gift for Ellsworth, Maine? Sometimes, making the world a better place starts with a few pieces of lumber, a handful of tools, and a group of young people determined to make ….Read More
Looking for something to do this October? Check out what’s happening at the Ellsworth Public Library! The Library has a full calendar of programs for kids, teens, adults and families throughout the month, with plenty of old favorites and some special events mixed in. October ….Read More
What a GREAT night in downtown Ellsworth, Thursday, Sept 24, 2026! Last night’s Downtown Summer Concert Series brought another fantastic night of live music to the Franklin Street Parklet, and what a crowd we had! Cam King’s DEAD NIGHT and Madcap Minstrels brought the music, ….Read More
Don’t forget about the concert tonight! Cam King’s Dead Night with Madcap Minstrels at 6 pm! There are so many great options for dinner, come downtown early and decide when you get here! ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth advises motorists of two pavement-patching projects scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026, on High Street. Beginning at 7 a.m., the right-hand lane of High Street near Pizza Hut will be closed while crews complete pavement patching. At approximately 8 a.m., crews ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Water Department, in partnership with the Ellsworth Fire Department, will begin its routine hydrant flushing program on Monday, September 28, 2026, with work taking place on Bucksport and Surry Roads. All the details below. Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for Bucksport and Surry ….Read More
Don’t miss bidding opportunities with the City. Click the link below and create a free OpenGov account. Once registered, you’ll receive notifications when new RFPs are released and be able to easily view and submit bids online. https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/contractors-and-vendors-get-ready-for-upcoming-city-bids/ ….Read More