RSU 24 to adopt new gender policy
After a district board meeting on Tuesday, RSU 24 officials voted to implement a new gender policy.
This is in support of a presidential executive order which defines just two sexes.
The Ellsworth American reports the policy will mean the district looks to ensure private spaces will be designated and accessed according to the defined sex.
The publication report implementation is set for July 1.
The future of Bangor Mall meets the eyes within development plans
The Bangor Marketplace and Residences LLC have signed a purchase and sale agreement to buy the Bangor Mall site.
The sale is from a New York based company Namdar Realty after battles of maintenance on the site have hit the head between city officials and representatives of the company.
WABI news reports Mike Cole says his plan includes more than 200 condominiums along with assisted living, doctors offices, stores and other retail.
He also told WABI he intended to have a grocery store on site as well.
Heart of Ellsworth launches ‘Downtown Housing Opportunity Project’
The Heart of Ellsworth has partnered with area businesses and organizations for a project that’ll increase housing availability, activate underutilized spaces and support long-term economic vitality.
The ‘Downtown Housing Opportunity’ project will analyze about 272 buildings within the downtown district to create redevelopment-ready properties and opportunities for upper-floor housing.
The funding for the project was made possible due to funding from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the National Association of Realtors Housing Opportunity Grant Program.
https://www.heartofellsworth.org/dt-housing-opportunity
Boating tips as the warm weather approaches
We’re finally seeing slightly warmer temperatures and it’s hard to daydream about when it’s sunny and 75.
A lot of people will be polishing their boats to get back out on the water and the City of Ellsworth is getting ready as well.
City officials say next week, crews will work to install the boat launches and docks at both Green Lake and Branch Lake.
If you’re eager to get out now while the water is colder keep in mind to wear a life jacket, check your boat and motor, be mindful of the cold water since hypothermia can happen quickly, bring a charge phone or communication device and watch conditions as well as other boaters.
https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/getting-ready-for-boating-season-in-ellsworth/
Country music star Zach Top will be in Bangor this Summer
The Summer keeps sounding sweeter.
The Maine Savings Amphitheater announced country music star Zach Top will hit the Queen City on his Cold Beer and Country Music Tour with special guest, Marcus King Band.
WABI news reports you can catch him on Saturday, August 22.
Tickets will go on sale April 17 at 10 a.m.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/04/09/country-star-zach-top-perform-bangor/
Lace up for housing at Acadia Council’s Lamoine 5K
Get your running shoes ready to help area realtors raise funds for housing charities.
The Acadia Council of the Mid-Coast Board of Realtors 5K for affordable housing on Saturday, May 2 at 9 a.m.
Held at Marlboro Beach in Lamoine you can enjoy the scenic 3.1-mile course and raise funds to help non-profit housing organizations.
Prizes and medals will be presented as runners get to enjoy music and a professional photoshoot to capture the moment.
To register for the event just follow the link below, however you can also sign in person on the day of the event.
