Recently, a few of us gathered in front of one of the two new welcome signs now greeting residents and visitors as they enter Ellsworth. The signs are a fitting reminder of the pride we take in our community and they provided the perfect backdrop ….Read More
Whether you’re visiting for the first time, planning a weekend adventure, or you’ve called Ellsworth home for years, there’s always something new to discover. A recent blog post from our very own Twila Fisher, Economic Development Director, highlights the launch of DiscoverEllsworth.org, a tourism and ….Read More
Ellsworth, you’ve waited patiently. You’ve navigated it. You’ve bounced over it. You’ve carefully balanced your morning coffee through it. And now, tomorrow is finally the day. Mark it down, Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Beginning tomorrow, Sargent Corporation is scheduled to start work on the culvert ….Read More
Over the past several months, residents, business owners, and community members have shared ideas about how Ellsworth’s streets can better serve everyone who uses them. Now it’s time for the next step. Based on feedback received during the first round of public engagement, project partners ….Read More
Wilson Field and Knowlton Park are about to get a little extra care from the City of Ellsworth Parks & Recreation team. Beginning Monday morning, June 1, 2026, crews will be aerating and overseeding both locations to help keep the grass healthy, strong, and ready ….Read More
Nicolin Road is getting a little love from the City of Ellsworth Public Works crew next week. 🚧 Beginning Monday, June 1, 2026, crews will be performing road ditching work on Nicolin Road between the railway tracks and Route 1A. The work may continue throughout ….Read More
From planting trees and protecting forests to teaching students and celebrating volunteers, it has been a busy and inspiring stretch for Ellsworth’s urban forestry and environmental stewardship efforts. Over the past week, City staff, students, volunteers, and community partners came together for several events focused ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Registrar of Voters will be in session from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in preparation for the June 9, 2026 City of Ellsworth Referendum and State of Maine Primary Election. Sample ballots for both elections can be ….Read More
The Friendly City Over the past several months, the City of Ellsworth, Maine has been working on something that may seem simple on the surface: a new logo and visual identity. But for us, this project was always about much more than graphics or typography. ….Read More
Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, 2026. 🗑️ If your trash is normally picked up on Mondays, your pickup will move to Wednesday, May 27, next week due to the holiday. 🏛️ Please also note: City Hall is closed on Fridays and will also be ….Read More