The City of Ellsworth Water Department, in partnership with the Ellsworth Fire Department, will begin its routine hydrant flushing program on Monday, September 28, 2026, with work taking place on Bucksport and Surry Roads. Hydrant flushing is a routine maintenance process completed twice each year ….Read More
Ellsworth City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen Tuesday, September 8, at 7 a.m., ready to help our residents and get the week underway. Labor Day is an opportunity to recognize the people whose work, skill ….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
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
UPDATE: THE BOIL WATER ORDER IS LIFTED. The Ellsworth Water Department has issued a Boil Water Order for customers on the streets listed below until further notice. The order is being issued due to the possibility of unsafe water following the water main break ….Read More
UPDATE 9 am August 12, 2026 The break on Bridge Hill has been repaired. City crews are coordinating with Maine DOT for repairs on the section of Bridge Hill impacted by the water main break. UPDATED 7:30 pm August 11, 2026 Motorists traveling from ….Read More
Good news! 5 pm Friday, August 7, 2026 The Ellsworth Water Department has lifted the Boil Water Order that was issued following this week’s water main break. Water quality testing has confirmed that the water is safe to use, and residents and businesses on the ….Read More
The City of Ellsworth Water Department has successfully repaired the water main break on Lower Grant Street, and water service has been restored to affected customers. The Boil Water Order remains in effect until further notice for customers on: Grant Street Liberty Street Chapel Street ….Read More
Following today’s emergency water main repair on Lower Grant Street, the City of Ellsworth Water Department has issued a Boil Water Order for customers in the affected area as a precautionary measure. The Boil Water Order applies to: Grant Street Liberty Street Chapel Street Willow ….Read More