Ranked runoff reveals Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor
In case you missed it, the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor and the Democratic nominee for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District have been decided.
No candidate won the majority of votes on primary day, so the races went to a ranked runoff.
WABI news reports Hannah Pingree won the Democratic nomination with 111,750 votes.
Nirav Shah, who received the most first-choice votes, trailed Pingree in the final round with 86,950 votes.
Bobby Charles won the Republican nomination with 59,873 votes.
Ben Midgley placed second with 39,499 votes.
Matt Dunlap won the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in the 2nd Congressional District with 35,924 votes.
Joe Baldacci, who received the most first-choice votes placed second with 32,555 votes
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/06/18/maine-primary-election-results-expected-thursday-night/
Former Ellsworth woman sentenced for methamphetamine conviction
A former Ellsworth woman has been sentenced to five years in prison for distributing methamphetamine.
On June 17, a U.S. District Judge sentenced 33-year-old Jenna Garniss to prison followed by three years of supervised release.
The Ellsworth American reports Garniss pleaded guilty on June 27, 2025.
Court records show after a co-conspirator shipped pounds of methamphetamine to Hancock County from California, Garniss and others in the Ellsworth area distributed the drug.
Fisherman dies after incident near Vinalhaven
According to the Maine Marine Patrol, a fisherman has died after an incident near Vinalhaven and two members of his crew are in custody.
A call was made at around 4:45 p.m. on Thursday reporting a crew member from the fishing vessel Long Faces fell overboard.
WABI news reports 57-year-old Marshal Ames of North Haven was pulled ashore by a good samaritan who performed life-saving measures; however he was pronounced dead on the island by first responders.
Now, the vessel’s captain, 39-year-old Geoffrey Barrett of North Haven has been charged with assault following an altercation with Marine Patrol officers.
WABI news reports 27-year-old Theodore Lane of North Haven is charged with assault and disorderly conduct and both men were taken to Knox County Jail.
The investigation remains ongoing.
https://www.wabi.tv/2026/06/19/body-recovered-off-vinalhaven-two-people-custody/
Ellsworth officials remind residents & visitors of fire safety
The City of Ellsworth issued a reminder for residents and visitors alike regarding fire safety.
City leaders are encouraging those who are out enjoying the best parts of a Maine summer to take extra time to ensure a fire is out.
Whether it’s a backyard fire pit or you’re relaxing at a campsite, remember to pour water on the fire, stir the ashes, embers and wood, pour more water and stir again.
You should repeat this until no heat, smoke, steam or glowing remaining embers are there.
To check out that list, follow the link below.
https://www.ellsworthmaine.gov/before-you-walk-away-put-it-all-the-way-out/
Ellsworth as Muse celebrates the city
The Courthouse Gallery Fine Art has invited residents to experience Ellsworth As Muse since May 15 to celebrate the people, places, history and character of Ellsworth.
The exhibition features work by artists who’ve explored different layers of the city.
On Wednesday, June 24 from 5-7 p.m. at the Courthouse Gallery Fine Art, city leaders encourage you to explore the exhibition as the gallery celebrates 20 years.
The gallery is located at 6 Court Street in Ellsworth.
Taylor Swift song and Dance night to benefit Ellsworth food pantry
An announcement by the Black Moon Public House in Ellsworth will urge you to mark your calendars and you won’t want to shake this one off.
Taylor Swift fans get ready for a song and dance night hosted at the Black Moon Public House on August 1 from 5 to 7 p.m.
This electric night will not only bring you a good time but it will benefit the Loaves and Fishes food pantry.
They encourage you to bring non-perishable food items or donate directly to the pantry.
They will also have Taylor inspired raffle baskets with all proceeds going to loaves and fishes.
For more information on the event follow the link below and all ages are welcomed!
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