On Monday and Tuesday, November 3 and 4, 2025, Foster Street will be down to one lane, alternating traffic, starting at 7 am until approximately 3 pm. We can expect some delays as our Parks & Rec crew plant trees along Foster Street and Washington ….Read More
Join the City of Ellsworth and our friends at Heart of Ellsworth for our Fall Downtown Cleanup! This is a great opportunity for neighbors, students, civic groups, and businesses to come together and contribute to the care and charm of Ellsworth’s downtown. All are welcome. ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth, in partnership with Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, is collecting donations to support individuals and families affected by the temporary pause in SNAP benefits during November. Community members are encouraged to donate non-perishable food or contribute financially to help those in ….Read More
Be on the lookout for these signs letting the public know about the arbor work planned by the Arbor Commission! Find out more by emailing: arborcommission@ellsworthmaine.gov. ….Read More
Did you complete the quick Parks and Rec survey yet? Now’s your time, it will take less than 15 minutes and will help shape the future of all things Parks and Rec 😉 https://forms.office.com/g/8ygrvFsf6J ….Read More
The Maine DOT has informed us that the south bound lane of 172 at the Bridge Hill Intersection project will be closed tomorrow morning, October 29, and all day Thursday, October 30. They do not anticipate the need for lane closure on Friday, October 31. ….Read More
Public Transportation Services Now Available in Hancock and Washington Counties The Union River Center for Innovation in Ellsworth, Maine is pleased to welcome Waldo Community Action Partners (Waldo CAP) to its growing network of innovative organizations. This exciting collaboration expands public transportation services to residents ….Read More
Tuesday, October 28, our highway crew will be patching on Oak Street in front of the dentist. Oak Street will be down to one lane alternating traffic between Davis Street and Park Street between 8 am and approximately 4 pm. ….Read More
As the cooler temps approach, it is that time … all seasonal park public restrooms are closed for the season, to reopen in mid May. Port-a-potties will be available at Knowlton and Harbor Parks for the winter season. ….Read More
On Friday, October 24, 2025 there will be crew working on State Street around the Courthouse starting at 8 am. Please use caution while traveling in this area. There will be no lane closures but you may want to seek an alternate route. ….Read More