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City Council Approves Appointments of Police Chief Bires and Deputy Chief Willey

During the August 2024 City Council meeting the Council approved the City Manager’s promotions of Deputy Chief and Interim Chief Troy Bires to Police Chief and Captain Shawn Willey to Deputy Chief. The City thanks Chief Bires and Deputy Chief Willey for their longstanding dedication ….Read More

August 20, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Police Department

2023 Annual Financial Report (Audit) Now Available

The 2023 Annual Financial Report is now available to view.  Visit the following button to view this and previous City of Ellsworth Annual Financial reports. ….Read More

August 19, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News
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August 20 to 22 – Partial Road Closure for Bayside Road Ditching

Location: Bayside Road, from Card Brook to the Wastewater Treatment Plant entrance (86 Bayside Road). The Ellsworth Public Works (EPW) team will begin ditching along the above described section of Bayside Road starting Tuesday, August 20th, at approximately 7:00 AM. During this time, traffic will ….Read More

August 16, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News
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August 14-15 – Continued Lane Closure on lower Main Street

Location: Lower Main Street, near Grant Street (across from Rooster Brothers) Work will resume on August 14th, with one lane on lower Main Street near Grant Street, across from Rooster Brothers Store, remaining closed. Re-paving is expected to be completed by August 15th. Please plan ….Read More

August 13, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News
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August 13 – Lane Closure on lower Main Street

Beginning the morning of August 13 Location: Lower Main Street, near Grant Street (across from Rooster Brothers) Please be advised that one lane on lower Main Street near Grant Street, across from the Rooster Brothers Store, will be closed for road work starting the morning ….Read More

August 9, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News

Outdoor open fire? Don’t forget your burn permit!

We’ve noticed an increase in unauthorized burning recently, which has already led to dangerous incidents, including a garage fire and a 5-acre brush fire. To ensure everyone’s safety, we want to remind you of the city’s open burning ordinance and regulations. Check out the informational ….Read More

August 8, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Fire Department

Election Nomination Papers

Nomination papers for the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election are now available at the Ellsworth City Clerk’s Office, in City Hall for the following positions: 2 Ellsworth City Council members, terms to expire November 2027 2 Ellsworth Library Trustee member, term to expire November 2027 ….Read More

August 8, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Clerk's Office
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Understanding Recreational Adult-Use Cannabis: Informational Workshops

Join us for a series of workshops designed to provide information and foster discussions about recreational adult-use cannabis. These sessions held by City Staff are open to our community. Details: Location: Ellsworth City Hall Council Chambers Time: All sessions begin at 5:30 PM Dates: August ….Read More

August 7, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News

City Hall Cooling Center Available for Friday, August 2nd 2024

COOLING CENTER NOTICE: The City of Ellsworth is opening the City Hall Council Chambers for a cooling center from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Friday August 2nd, 2024 for those looking to escape the forecasted heat. Your well-being is important, so make sure to ….Read More

August 1, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News

Craft/Vendor Fair Fundraiser – Saturday, September 28th, 2024

Attend the Vendor/Craft Fair at EEMS! ….Read More

July 30, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News

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  • City Council Meeting Notice and Agenda for Monday, September 21, 2026

    September 10, 2026
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    September 9, 2026
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City of Ellsworth Aligns Key Departments Under New Office of Community Development, September 2026

September 10, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Ellsworth Aligns Key Departments Under New Office of Community Development As Ellsworth continues to experience steady growth, the City is taking another step toward ensuring that growth is thoughtful, coordinated, and responsive to the needs of residents... ....Read More

Thanks for Another Great Night of Music — And We’re Not Done Yet!

Another Thursday night, September 10, 2026, another great evening of live music in downtown Ellsworth! 🎶 A big thank you to Hymn for Her and Bowen Swersey for joining us for the Downtown Summer Concert Series at the Franklin Street Parklet. And thank you Fogtown... ....Read More

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for Bucksport and Surry Roads to start on September 28, 2026

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. Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance process completed twice each year... ....Read More


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