Here’s a heads-up about two areas where motorists can expect overnight traffic impacts as crews complete road repairs. Monday, August 24, 2026 — Surry Road / Bridge Hill Area Beginning at 10 p.m. Monday, August 24, traffic on Surry Road near its intersection with Bucksport ….Read More
RECYCLING CENTER: CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE TRASH: OPEN 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 open for trash disposal. The same baler used for cardboard is also ….Read More
We have an important update to share on Bridge Hill — road repairs are tentatively scheduled to begin Monday, August 24, 2026, with completion anticipated by Wednesday, August 26. We know the continued traffic diversion has been frustrating, and we appreciate the community’s patience while ….Read More
If the Franklin Street Parklet looks a little brighter this week, you can thank our Parks, Recreation & Facilities team! Daniel, James, Caleb and Kevin were downtown Tuesday, August 18, 2026, installing bistro lights over the Parklet … adding a little extra sparkle to a ….Read More
A portion of the right-hand lane on High Street is currently closed due to a sinkhole. The closure is located between Pizza Hut and the first entrance to the Hannaford plaza, near the new Camden National Bank location. City Highway crews will be working to ….Read More
This Thursday, August 20, 2026, 7 pm at our Franklin Street Parklet, don’t miss On The Rocks sponsored by our friends at The Jackson Laboratory! ….Read More
We know the continued closure of Bridge Hill is frustrating and has a significant impact on residents, businesses and everyone who travels through this area. The water main break on Bridge Hill has been repaired (thanks to our incredible City Crews). However, the break caused ….Read More
Residents of the City of Ellsworth, As my time as the Urban Forestry Assistant comes to an end, I wanted to thank you for welcoming me into your community. You showed up to volunteer events at the Community Tree Nursery, hikes at Branch Lake Public ….Read More
A quick reminder for Ellsworth property owners: 2027 property tax bills have been mailed and should now be arriving in mailboxes. If you have not received your tax bill, please contact the City of Ellsworth Tax Department at 669-6620. A missing bill may mean we ….Read More
What a great night! Thanks to Open X, Takoda, and Trisha Mason for bringing the Parklet to musical life last night, Thursday, August 13, 2026, as part of the City’s Downtown Summer Concert Series! And check out our sweet little dancer! <3 Enjoy some fun ….Read More