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
We have a bit of a recycling hiccup to share. The cardboard baler at the Ellsworth Transfer Station is currently out of service. While our team works to get the equipment repaired, we are temporarily unable to accept cardboard for recycling until further notice. We ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Transfer Station is closed for the remainder of today, Friday, August 7, 2026, due to an unexpected operational issue. The Transfer Station is expected to reopen during normal business hours tomorrow, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We apologize for the ….Read More
♻️ We’re hiring! The City of Ellsworth is looking for a Transfer Station Attendant to join our team. If you enjoy working outdoors, helping people, and making a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Learn more and apply here: https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/job/transfer-station-attendant-2/ ….Read More
MEETING NOTICE The next Ellsworth Solid Waste Committee Meeting will be held on Monday August 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the Ellsworth City Hall Council Chambers. AGENDA Welcome & Introduction of New Members Purpose of the Solid Waste Committee Current Solid Waste Operations Overview ….Read More
Every day, the team at the Ellsworth Transfer Station helps residents unload recyclables, answer questions, and keep one of the City’s busiest facilities running smoothly. In late July 2026, their hard work was recognized in a way that meant a great deal to all of us. ….Read More
Sometimes the best ideas start with a simple question: Can we do better? A few weeks ago, I wrote this Medium article about Ellsworth’s efforts to explore smarter, more sustainable waste solutions. It’s one of my favorite stories because it highlights something I see every ….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
April 18–25, 2026 is our Annual Citywide Roadside Clean-Up! Beginning this Saturday, April 18, the City of Ellsworth will host the Citywide Roadside Clean-Up. This week-long volunteer effort runs through Saturday, April 25, 2026. Participants may sign up for road segments and pick up free ….Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 24, 2026 Ellsworth Moose Lodge Leads Trail Clean-Up Effort, Inspires Community Participation Community volunteers partner with City to care for the Ellsworth Rail Trail ELLSWORTH, Maine — The City of Ellsworth is proud to highlight a community-led effort by the Ellsworth ….Read More