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
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
Don’t miss this great Family Event! The City of Ellsworth is excited to welcome the community back to Knowlton Park for the 2nd Annual “Play It Forward” event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm. This will be the kick-off for ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth is currently seeking a motivated, dependable, and community-minded individual to join our team as a Facilities Assistant. This full-time position plays an important role in helping keep City facilities clean, welcoming, safe, and running smoothly for both staff and the public. ….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
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend and America’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration, new American flags are being installed throughout Ellsworth this week thanks to a generous partnership and a shared sense of community pride. Back in November 2025, the City purchased 24 new American ….Read More
This event has been cancelled Looking for a fun night for the kids and maybe a few quiet hours for yourself? The YMCA’s upcoming Parents Night Out: Ice Cream Social might be just the thing. On Friday, May 29 from 5 to 8 pm, ….Read More
If you’ve driven by S.K. Whiting Park in Ellsworth recently, you may have noticed two fresh flags flying proudly above the park. One is instantly recognizable — the American flag. The other represents something many communities strive for, but not all achieve: Ellsworth’s continued designation ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth is taking a wonderful step to improve pedestrian safety in our downtown area, funding by the State … not the City. Installation of these two cross walk lights will start Monday, May 18, 2026. By the end of May, two new ….Read More