We have an important clarification to yesterday’s update (Tuesday, Sept 1, 2026). Yep, it’s good news! ALL recycling is once again being accepted at the Ellsworth Transfer Station Recycling Center. Yesterday, we shared that cardboard recycling had resumed following the temporary shutdown caused by problems ….Read More
Good news from the Ellsworth Transfer Station: the Recycling Center is reopening for cardboard! ♻️📦 After a temporary pause caused by problems with the facility’s baler, the Transfer Station team is once again able to accept cardboard for recycling. We know many residents have been ….Read More
Fall Gift Basket Raffle! September 1 through September 30, 2026, at the City Clerk/Tax Office Proceeds support the Christmas for Kids Fund which ensures local children in need receive gifts during the holiday season. Tickets: 1 for $1 | 6 for $5 | 13 for ….Read More
Have ideas about recreation in Ellsworth? Want to help create more opportunities that bring people together and make our parks, trails and public spaces even better? The City of Ellsworth is looking for two people to join the Recreation Commission and we’d love to hear ….Read More
Where should we go for dinner this week? Ohhh – the amazing choices! Union River Lobster Pot, Acadia 876, Black Moon, Airline Brewing, Finns Irish Pub, Palmyra Food, Provender … where ever you land, we know it will be amazing! Then Chris Ross and Amy ….Read More
Now THAT Was a Thursday Night in Downtown Ellsworth! 🎶 If you were anywhere near the Franklin Street Parklet last night, Thursday, August 27, 2026, you probably heard the music… and judging by the “outisde dance floor”, plenty of you couldn’t resist it! A huge ….Read More
Ellsworth Expands Composting Options with Launch of New Transfer Station Pilot Program New free drop-off site joins school, neighborhood, and curbside composting options as Ellsworth works to keep food scraps out of the waste stream ELLSWORTH, Maine – Ellsworth residents will soon have more ways ….Read More
As we start our way into the weekend, looking at the chores we might need to accomplish … don’t forget: The Recycling Center at the Ellsworth Transfer Station is closed until further notice while the facility’s baler is out of service. The Transfer Station remains ….Read More
Good news, Ellsworth — Bridge Hill is reopening! The roadway is expected to be fully open to traffic by 5 a.m. Friday, August 28, 2026, which means the morning commute can return to normal and the traffic diversion will come to an end. It’s been ….Read More
If your lawn is looking a little crispy these days, you’re not alone. Dry conditions continue across Hancock County, and with drought conditions persisting in our region, lets all be mindful of water use and conserve where they can. This is not an emergency water ….Read More