Hancock County and State Election Results Hub
The Ellsworth American’s 2026 election portal is tracking live returns and precinct reports across contested federal, state, and municipal races.
Key matchups featured on the ballot include Susan Collins and Troy Jackson for U.S. Senate, a three-way gubernatorial race, and four candidates vying for two seats on the Ellsworth City Council.
The Ellsworth American reports voters can follow precinct counts and race analysis through the online portal throughout Election Night.
The Ellsworth American
Ellsworth Voting Information for Election Day
Ellsworth polling stations will be open Tuesday, November 3rd, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. across all four municipal voting wards to accommodate local voters.
City Hall will be open strictly for election balloting, meaning all standard administrative and public service counters will remain closed for regular business throughout the day.
The location of Ward One is at the Ellsworth City Hall in the Upstairs Auditorium at 1 City Hall Plaza. Ward two is located at Your Place Community Center at 4 Old Mill Road. Ward Three votes at Maine Coast Baptist Church in the gymnasium at 867 Bangor Road.
Ward Four residents vote at Ellsworth City Hall in the Council Chambers at 1 City Hall Plaza.
The City of Ellsworth reports completed absentee ballots must be physically returned to the city clerk by 8 p.m. to be counted.
City of Ellsworth
Bangor Mall Condemned by City Officials
The City of Bangor posted official condemnation notices at the Bangor Mall on Monday after declaring the interior retail property unfit for human occupancy.
Exterior-access anchor stores Dick’s Sporting Goods and JCPenney, along with Furniture, Mattresses & More, will remain open and accessible to the public.
WABI reports the sudden closure took interior mall tenants by surprise, though organizers confirm this weekend’s scheduled 300-vendor craft fair will still proceed in alternate adjacent space.
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Bail Doubled to $100K for Former Husson Professor
A Bangor judge agreed to double bail to $100,000 cash for former Husson University assistant professor Jonathan Houck, who faces 10 felony counts of child sexual abuse material and violation of privacy.
Prosecutors argued the substantial increase was necessary after digital forensic searches revealed Houck secretly photographed adult college students undressing alongside possessing illicit material of minors.
WABI reports that if released on bail, Houck is barred from internet access, campus grounds, contact with minors, and must stay at least five miles away from local elementary schools.
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Ellsworth Candlepin Bowling Alley Unveils $340K Renovations
The historic Ellsworth Candlepin Bowling Alley has debuted a major interior makeover after raising more than $340,000 through a nationwide GoFundMe campaign following an August feature on CBS Sunday Morning.
Owner Autumn Mowery, who purchased the 1974 bowling landmark at age 18, used the crowdsourced funds to install new hardwood flooring, retro seating, heat pumps, and ADA accessibility ramps.
The Bangor Daily News reports Mowery plans to professionally refinish all bowling lanes this coming spring while continuing to offer behind-the-scenes mechanical tours of the 1940s-era pinsetters.
Ellsworth Jewelers Hosts ‘Bubbles & Bling’ Event
Ellsworth Jewelers is inviting the community to a special seasonal “Bubbles & Bling” shopping showcase hosted at its downtown storefront.
The public event offers attendees an opportunity to browse new fine jewelry collections, enjoy refreshments, and take advantage of seasonal retail promotions.
City of Ellsworth Community Calendar
13th Annual Veterans Remembrance Four-Miler
The Down East Family YMCA will host its 13th Annual Veterans Remembrance Four-Miler on Sunday, November 8, in Ellsworth.
Runners and walkers will gather at the YMCA’s Wiggins Center facility at 238 State Street to honor local military veterans and support community programs.
Event organizers report race start times, registration details, and course maps are available online through the Down East Family YMCA.
Down East Family YMCA via Facebook Events
