RSU 24 to adopt new gender policy<\/b><\/p>\n
After a district board meeting on Tuesday, RSU 24 officials voted to implement a new gender policy.<\/span><\/p>\n This is in support of a presidential executive order which defines just two sexes.<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication report implementation is set for July 1.<\/span><\/p>\n The future of Bangor Mall meets the eyes within development plans<\/b><\/p>\n The Bangor Marketplace and Residences LLC have signed a purchase and sale agreement to buy the Bangor Mall site.<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports Mike Cole says his plan includes more than 200 condominiums along with assisted living, doctors offices, stores and other retail.<\/span><\/p>\n He also told WABI he intended to have a grocery store on site as well.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/04\/08\/bangor-mall-buyer-offers-glimpse-into-development-plans\/?utm_source=taboola&utm_medium=organicclicks&tbref=hp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Heart of Ellsworth launches \u2018Downtown Housing Opportunity Project\u2019<\/b><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n The \u2018Downtown Housing Opportunity\u2019 project will analyze about 272 buildings within the downtown district to create redevelopment-ready properties and opportunities for upper-floor housing.<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.heartofellsworth.org\/dt-housing-opportunity<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Boating tips as the warm weather approaches<\/b><\/p>\n We\u2019re finally seeing slightly warmer temperatures and it\u2019s hard to daydream about when it\u2019s sunny and 75.<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n City officials say next week, crews will work to install the boat launches and docks at both Green Lake and Branch Lake.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re 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.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthmaine.gov\/getting-ready-for-boating-season-in-ellsworth\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Country music star Zach Top will be in Bangor this Summer<\/b><\/p>\n The Summer keeps sounding sweeter.<\/span><\/p>\n 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.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports you can catch him on Saturday, August 22.<\/span><\/p>\n