Calling area contractors — a new City of Ellsworth bid opportunity is now open! The City of Ellsworth is seeking unit-price bids for the Local Roads and Sidewalks 2026 project, a coordinated package of road reconstruction, reclamation, paving and sidewalk improvements at several locations throughout ….Read More
Good news, Ellsworth — Bridge Hill is reopening! The roadway is expected to be fully open to traffic by 5 a.m. Friday, August 28, 2026, which means the morning commute can return to normal and the traffic diversion will come to an end. It’s been ….Read More
If your lawn is looking a little crispy these days, you’re not alone. Dry conditions continue across Hancock County, and with drought conditions persisting in our region, lets all be mindful of water use and conserve where they can. This is not an emergency water ….Read More
As mentioned earlier in the week … City Hall closes for a staff event tomorrow, Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12 noon. We look froward to seeing you and helping you bright and early Monday morning! Have a great weekend. ….Read More
Motorists traveling southbound on High Street toward Bar Harbor should expect the roadway near Pizza Hut to remain reduced to one lane today, Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Crews poured concrete in the affected area early this morning, but it has not yet had enough time ….Read More
Ellsworth City Hall will close at 12 noon on Thursday, August 27, 2026, to allow City employees to participate in the City’s Employee Appreciation Picnic. City Hall opens for regular hours Monday, August 31 at 7 am. Our City employees work hard every day serving ….Read More
Before Monday gets rolling, here’s a reminder that overnight road work is scheduled for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, August 24–26, 2026, with traffic impacts in the Surry Road/Bridge Hill area Monday night and on High Street Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Work begins at 10 ….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