Penobscot County Sheriffs investigate stabbing

The Penobscot County Sheriff’s office says there’s no danger to the public after responding to an alleged stabbing.

On Thursday morning, police responded to a report of a home invasion in Mattawamkeag and discovered the victim fled the scene to another resident.

Police found the victim and confirmed their injuries, they were transported to Penobscot Valley
Hospital in Lincoln.

The investigation is still active and no further details have been released.

Ellsworth school board warns community about upcoming ‘tough decisions’

During a school board meeting Tuesday, the Ellsworth School superintendent warned of tough decisions when it comes to the budget.

The administration is preparing a proposal in the coming weeks for the 2027 fiscal year, however some things could take a pause.

The Ellsworth American reports non-negotiables will be employee contract salary increased and an increase in out-of-district student placement.

However, the publication reports the superintendent noted challenges in the budget are around facility needs, legislative changes along with student and family needs.

Overall, the school board wants to target critical needs while preserving things for future plans.

The next workshop will be held on April 2 however the school budget could be voted on in the next week.

https://www.ellsworthamerican.com/news/education/superintendent-warns-of-hard-decisions-during-school-budget-season/article_334a7aa2-a3be-425f-9673-5868146e0c37.html

Ellsworth officials remind residents on recycling efforts

A quick reminder to Ellsworth residents, city leaders are proud to see how many community members have been bringing glass bottles and jars to the Ellsworth Transfer Station since opening again.

However they want to remind residents of one last step before bringing the recycling items in.

Please rise and remove all labels before bringing them to the transfer station.

Friends of Acadia granted over $300K for Great Meadow project

The Friends of Acadia have been working to restore Great Meadow in Acadia National Park to improve hydrology of the area.

This will support healthier wetland habitats in watershed areas above and below the Great Meadow.

FOA received $308,000 from the Maine Natural Resource Conservation Program to expand wetland restoration efforts.

Great Meadow is Acadia National Park’s largest wetland.

Kaitlyn Miller exhibit at Northeast Harbor Library 

A colorful and impressive art display will be available to view at Northeast Harbor Library throughout the month.

Painter, potter, poet, art teacher and singer-songwriter Kaitlyn Miller will offer her work for the community to enjoy this month.

Viewers can enjoy pieces of art that’s inspired by dreams, myth, art history, astrology and more.

Miller will also bring pottery created between her and her mother to show multiple pottery forms.

A closing reception for the exhibit will be Friday, March 27 at the library and all are welcomed.

To view more of Miller’s art or to check out the library hours, just follow the links below.

https://kaitlynmiller.com/

https://nehlibrary.org/

Weekend events in Ellsworth

If you’re still on the hunt for something to do in Ellsworth this weekend there’s a few things going on.

Don’t forget to check out the Community Calendar through the city’s website.

This evening there will be a Family Fun Night at the Moore Community Center starting at 5:30 p.m. and it’s free for families to enjoy games, pizza and an energetic creative class to blend some physical movement and fun.

Also you can celebrate a new exhibit by Mary Laury during the Artists’ Reception.

You can find all of the information on these community events by following the link.

https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/the-weekends-coming-looking-for-something-fun-to-do-time-to-yodel/