Two Arrested on Drug Charges in Sorrento
Hancock County deputies arrested two people Oct. 22 in Sorrento during a bail-compliance check. Amy Trundy, 52, faces violation of release, furnishing methamphetamine and drug possession charges and was held without bail as a safety and flight risk. The Ellsworth American reports Marshall Fowler Jr., 36, was arrested on a probation violation and drug possession with bail set at $350 cash.
Washington County Man Pleads Guilty in VA Disability Fraud
Gregory Heimann Jr., 52, of Forest City Township pleaded guilty Friday in federal court to making false statements to obtain VA disability benefits. Officials say he claimed in 2023 to have used a wheelchair for nearly 20 years but was repeatedly documented walking and standing unaided. WABI news reports he faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine at sentencing.
Orland Campground Owners Fined $8K Over Illegal Sites
A Hancock County judge found the owners of Wanderin’ Moose Campground in contempt Oct. 7 and ordered $8,000 in fines over 20 unapproved Toddy Pond campsites. The town says the sites violated shoreland tree-cutting, waste-piping and electrical rules under two prior consent agreements. Owners must comply by June 2027 or risk $137,000 in additional penalties, according to the Bangor Daily News.
Ellsworth Roadwork Oct. 26-27
Ellsworth crews will have lane restrictions Oct. 26-27 for repairs on Grant Street, Bridge Hill, State Street and Main Street. Grant Street work runs both days from 8 a.m. with flagger-controlled alternating traffic, plus curb-box and water work elsewhere. Drivers should expect delays and allow extra time.
Downeast TU: Narraguagus River Fisheries Talk
Downeast Trout Unlimited lists a presentation on fisheries research and restoration on the Narraguagus River. The listing notes a 5:30 meeting will start with volunteer discussion and a fisheries speaker at Moore Center on Oct. 28. If you can’t make it there is a Zoom option available. To find that link and learn more about the informational session, follow the link on our website.
City of Ellsworth Community Calendar
Ellsworth Church of the Nazarene Trunk-or-Treat 2026
The Ellsworth Church of the Nazarene lists a Trunk-or-Treat 2026 event on the city calendar. The title indicates a family-friendly Halloween gathering with decorated trunks and treats. The trunk-or-treat starts at 3 p.m. and runs until 5 p.m.
City of Ellsworth Community Calendar
The Crown Vics Halloween Rock Party
The Crown Vics will host the Halloween rock ‘n’ roll dance party of 2026 with high-energy rebellion and theatrical chaos. Expect a sweat-drenched dance floor of monsters, ghouls and rock star lookalikes under dark crimson lights, with nonstop live music and pure rock decadence at Black Moon Public House. The event is all ages with no cover and free parking, with further details forthcoming.
