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Nighttime Road Work and Partial Closure of High St. and E. Main Street, August 24th at 8:30 PM

Tonight, August 24, 8:30 PM. High Street and East Main Street, at the traffic light intersection, there will be a partial closure tonight 8:30 PM. This will allow for pavement work at the intersection. For the safety of all, please drive cautiously near the work ….Read More

August 24, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

State Street Temporary Road Closure tonight, August 23 at 8 PM

Tonight, August 23, 8 PM State Street will be temporarily closed to Thru Traffic starting at 8 PM from the intersection at Main Street to Sterling Street (near the Moore Community Center). Local Traffic Only will be allowed. This allows for pavement cleaning around structures and paving ….Read More

August 23, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

Personal Property Tax Bills now available for Business Owners

Important update for Ellsworth business owners: If you are a business owner, your Personal Property Tax Bills are now available for view on the City’s Online Services webpage. To view directly click https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/2024pptaxes/ . Payments can be made in-person at City Hall with cash, check ….Read More

August 22, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Taxes

Stabilization Program Repealed

IMPORTANT NOTICE Stabilization Program Repealed The Stabilization Program has been repealed. State of Maine Legislators determined they could not continue funding this property tax relief program for seniors. Applications submitted last year will receive this year’s “freeze”. However, because this Stabilization Program is now discontinued, ….Read More

August 21, 2023 in Assessment Department, City of Ellsworth News

Upcoming Road Closure for Christian Ridge Road on August 22nd

Christian Ridge Road will be temporarily closed to Thru Traffic on Tuesday, August 22nd, due to the ongoing roadwork. Local Traffic will be allowed and residents will still have access to their homes. Directional signage will be posted. ….Read More

August 18, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

Real estate tax bills available to view and pay online and in-person at City Hall

August 18 –  Real estate tax bills are available to view and pay online and in-person at City Hall. To pay online, visit the City of Ellsworth website through the Online Services page. To go directly, click https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/2024retaxes/ . Payments can also be done in-person ….Read More

August 18, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Taxes

Updates to the Franklin Street Parklet

Tuff Curb collapsible delineators and additional pedestrian crosswalk signage have been installed this morning at the Franklin Street Parklet by the Public Works team. These additions come from a Maine DOT Demonstration Project that coordinates with select municipalities, such as Ellsworth, to explore traffic improvement ….Read More

August 17, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

2024 Tax Bills Coming Soon

The preparation of this year’s property tax bills is well underway and property owners can expect these bills to be mailed out soon. The city tax revenue plays a pivotal role in sustaining essential services, infrastructure, and community development projects that contribute to Ellsworth’s growth ….Read More

August 16, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Taxes

Press Release: Expedition Ellsworth – Urban Trails in Rural Maine

Press Release August 16, 2023 Expedition Ellsworth: Urban Trails in Rural Maine  The City of Ellsworth has long been a hot spot for those passing through to reach Acadia National Park, a world-renowned park that draws in millions of visitors a year for its scenic ….Read More

August 16, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News

City of Ellsworth Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee Meeting Schedule

Join the Comprehensive Plan Subcommittees as they discuss several topics relevant to Ellsworth. All meetings are open to the public. Visit the City of Ellsworth Comprehensive Plan webpage. ….Read More

August 15, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Planing Department

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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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