The City of Ellsworth will be closed on Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. Because City Hall is regularly closed on Fridays, municipal offices will close on Thursday to recognize the federal holiday and will remain closed through Monday. ….Read More
Thank you, Ellsworth! An estimated 300 people joined us at Knowlton Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for the second annual Play It Forward event, a day filled with family fun, community connections, and excitement about the future of the park and playground. One of ….Read More
It takes every one of us to keep Ellsworth running. From the employees residents see every day to those working behind the scenes, each position plays an important role in delivering the services that make our city safe, welcoming, and vibrant. Whether you’re answering phones, ….Read More
Recently, Officer Kerrigan Shorey graduated from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy and officially joins the Ellsworth Police Department as our newest full-time police officer. Graduating from the academy is no small feat. It takes hard work, commitment, and determination and we’re excited to have Officer ….Read More
ELLSWORTH, Maine — Notice anything different about our letterhead? We hope so. The City of Ellsworth is introducing an updated brand identity that reflects both its history and future, centered around a familiar and meaningful phrase: The Friendly City. The City’s updated look represents a ….Read More
The community is invited to join us in Ellsworth for a Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25, 2026 as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Veterans will gather at the bridge at 9:30 am for ….Read More
Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Robert Angelo on his promotion with the Ellsworth Police Department. Sergeant Angelo has been with the department for five years, serving in patrol before stepping into this new leadership role. He currently serves as our K-9 handler (Tag) and ….Read More
Please join us in congratulating Joshua Steward on his promotion to Corporal with the Ellsworth Police Department. Corporal Steward is a well-respected member of the department and a knowledgeable firearms and MARC trainer. We’re proud to see him step into this leadership role, where he ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth is using OpenGov for procurement and bidding opportunities. To view and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), vendors will need to create a free OpenGov account. Getting set up now ensures you won’t miss upcoming opportunities. It’s quick and easy to ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth is proud to support the 15th Annual Hancock County Food Drive, taking place April 4–11, and we’re especially grateful to see members of our Ellsworth Police Department stepping up to help lead the effort locally. “Our officers are part of this ….Read More