There’s time for one more movie under the stars before we say goodbye to this summer’s outdoor movie series! Join us at Knowlton Park on Thursday, August 27, 2026, for a free showing of Dog Man, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Grab your blankets and lawn ….Read More
What a night in downtown Ellsworth as our Downtown Summer Concert Series plays on … On The Rocks took the stage last night, August 20, 2026, for another great night of live music at the Franklin Street Parklet, and we loved seeing so many people ….Read More
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
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
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
Good news, Ellsworth! The Boil Water Order has been lifted. As of Thursday, August 13, 2026, the Ellsworth Water Department has lifted the Boil Water Order that had been in effect for portions of the City following the Bridge Hill water main break. The order ….Read More
Seeing these devices around Ellsworth and wondering what they are? We promise … there’s a perfectly good explanation! These are temporary traffic-counting devices being used by MaineDOT to better understand how vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles move through parts of Ellsworth. The information collected will help ….Read More
Finding reliable, affordable child care can have a big impact on families and on people’s ability to live and work in our region. The City of Ellsworth and the Union River Center for Innovation are working to better understand what child care looks like for ….Read More
A quick heads-up for anyone planning a trip to the Ellsworth Transfer Station this Saturday. The recycling building at the Ellsworth Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Trash will still be accepted Saturday, so residents may continue to use the Transfer ….Read More
UPDATE: THE BOIL WATER ORDER IS LIFTED. The Ellsworth Water Department has issued a Boil Water Order for customers on the streets listed below until further notice. The order is being issued due to the possibility of unsafe water following the water main break ….Read More