Ellsworth, Maine (March 4, 2026) The City of Ellsworth is inviting residents, volunteers, and community partners to take part in two annual spring clean-up efforts aimed at improving local roadsides and restoring Card Brook, the City’s urban stream. Annual Citywide Roadside Clean-Up April 18–25, 2026 ….Read More
Ellsworth, Maine — Beginning Tuesday, February 24, the Ellsworth Transfer Station, 11 Industrial Rd, Ellsworth, will once again accept clean glass jars and bottles for recycling. Transfer Station Manager, Dave Soper, shared that the goal of bringing glass back into the recycling stream is simple: ….Read More
Due to the snowstorm, Ellsworth City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23. We encourage everyone to stay safe, limit travel if possible, and take precautions as conditions develop. A sincere thank-you to our Public Works crews, first responders, and all City staff who ….Read More
We want to share an important update with our residents. The price of City trash bag stickers will increase by $1 per bag, from $3 to $4 starting Monday, March 2, 2026. Any $3 stickers sold prior to March 2 will still be honored. Also, ….Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day, Ellsworth! Tomorrow, February 14, 2026, is a reminder that kindness matters, in big ways and small ones. Whether it’s a smile, a helping hand, a thoughtful note, or checking in on a neighbor, simple acts of care help make our community stronger. ….Read More
Last week, five members of our City of Ellsworth team attended Municipal Innovation Day at Northeastern University’s Roux Institute. Yes, we left inspired, energized, and full of ideas. We spent the day learning from municipalities across the state, hearing about innovative solutions, and making valuable ….Read More
❄️🚜 Shout-Out to Our Parks & Recreation Crew! Huge thanks to our incredible Parks and Recreation team for going the extra mile and plowing the Branch Lake Boat Launch, making it easier for snowmobilers to get in, unload their sleds, and park trailers with ease ….Read More
Insights from the City’s Community Needs Assessment Survey We’re excited to share a thoughtful new Medium article outlining a long-term vision for Ellsworth’s Parks & Recreation Department and the role it plays in building a healthier, more connected community. Take a few minutes to read ….Read More
As we continue to dig out from winter storms (and another coming in a few days …), the City of Ellsworth would like to remind residents and contractors that it is illegal in Maine to plow, blow, shovel, or otherwise place snow or slush onto ….Read More
The Ellsworth Fire Department is hitting the streets this week (January 26, 2026) with one goal: ensuring our water sources are ready if an emergency strikes. Deep snow and ice can bury hydrants, making them nearly impossible to find and access during a fire. We’re ….Read More