Support for bill designating Deputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway continues<\/b><\/p>\n
Sen. Nicole Grohoski of Ellsworth and Rep. Nina Milliken of Blue Hill testified before the Legislature\u2019s Transportation Committee voicing support of LD 2033.<\/span><\/p>\n The bill would designate a portion of Route 3 in Trenton as the \u201cDeputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Just last week lawmakers, fellow officers and friends of Gross spoke reflecting on his life and his service.<\/span><\/p>\n The Transportation Committee is expected to vote on advancing the bill in the coming weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n Mainers mourn the loss of state representative<\/b><\/p>\n A state representative from Chester lost her battle with cancer.<\/span><\/p>\n The Communications Director for Maine House Republicans confirmed to WABI news that Kathy Javner has died.<\/span><\/p>\n Javner was serving her fourth term for House District 29 which includes the towns of Chester, Millinocket, Medway and Patten.<\/span><\/p>\n Nearly a year ago, Javner announced her breast cancer had returned and it was incurable.<\/span><\/p>\n Javner leaves behind a husband and three children.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/01\/12\/maine-state-representative-loses-battle-with-cancer\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Earthquake reported in Ellsworth<\/b><\/p>\n It was just days ago that an earthquake had been reported in Washington County when officials at the U.S. Geological Survey detected another one in Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n The survey detected a 1.8 magnitude earthquake with a depth of more than six miles on Saturday morning.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports it happened just after 5 a.m. giving the Pine Tree state its second recorded earthquake this year.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/01\/12\/earthquake-shakes-maine-second-time-week\/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Volunteer Pool launched to support community needs<\/b><\/p>\n The City of Ellsworth has announced a new community initiative led by Bill Nelson and Anthony Wyman of the Ellsworth Moose Lodge #2698.<\/span><\/p>\n The two are organizing a volunteer pool which will be an active list of community members who are willing to dedicate some time when needed.<\/span><\/p>\n When the city or local organizations are in need of assistance, leaders will go to the list for a starting point.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to the volunteer pool, the Moose Lodge will create a community bulletin board at their location to highlight volunteer opportunities and community efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re interested in volunteering, call 207-664-5199.<\/span><\/p>\n Ellsworth Public Library to host Hygge Events<\/b><\/p>\n The Ellsworth Public Library has taken notes in Winter 2025 and they\u2019re bringing back a program that was a hit.<\/span><\/p>\n On Jan. 14 and Feb. 11 from 5-7 p.m. join them for their Hygge Events.<\/span><\/p>\n The Danish concept of comfort, well-being and connection will provide space for community members to relax at no cost.<\/span><\/p>\n During the winter months, early sunset times and cold weather can be hard to get through so library representatives tell us this serves as a great way to get out and socialize.<\/span><\/p>\n