Suspects in Hancock County break-ins arrested<\/b><\/p>\n
An 18-year-old and four juveniles are charged in connection with a multi-county crime spree that included several smash and grab robberies at dispensaries and smoke shops in Hancock and Waldo Counties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Ellsworth Police tell Star 97-7 officers were called to Smokey Bear Tobacco and Beverage on High Street around 5:30 Monday morning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n They determined the business was broken into.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n An investigation led police to 18-year old Lorando Sweeting of Auburn and four juveniles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n They are all charged with burglary, aggravated criminal mischief, and theft.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Ellsworth City Council discusses short-term rental<\/b><\/p>\n The next fiscal year for the City of Ellsworth starts in July.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth City Council met to determine how new requests and proposals could work into the fiscal budget.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports council members discussed short-term rental registration, tree maintenance management and IT support.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports a short-term rental registry is already factored into the draft budget however town officials are concerned about unregulated rentals not meeting enough occupancy.<\/span><\/p>\n Town officials also suggested tagging ash trees downtown to tackle the emerald ash borer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/council-supports-short-term-rental-registry-in-budget-deliberates-other-department-requests\/article_0be050f9-e8fc-4b1f-806b-4faa816ca98d.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Maine lumber company donates $100K to victims of Searsmont explosion<\/b><\/p>\n There\u2019s many efforts in place to support the Robbins Family and the victims of the Searsmont explosion.<\/span><\/p>\n Now, $100,000 has been donated to support victims and families affected.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports the contribution will be made to the Maine Strong Memorial Foundation which assists those affected financially and with other needed resources.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports the foundation is working with the town of Searsmont and community representatives to ensure that 100% of donations are distributed directly to victims and families.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/hammond-lumber-donates-100-000-to-support-victims-of-searsmont-fire\/article_0d842134-3c20-4464-a104-f3aa28e05171.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock hosts peer visit<\/b><\/p>\n Officials at the Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties welcomes a delegation this week.<\/span><\/p>\n Leaders say Opportunities Inc. which is based out of Montana will visit to discuss an immersive whole family approach.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n The visit started Tuesday, where leaders will discuss ways to integrate services to support families in long-term economic mobility and stability.<\/span><\/p>\n Parents Night out at Ellsworth YMCA<\/b><\/p>\n The school year is ending and kids are excited to celebrate all the accomplishments over the 2025-2026 school year and hit Summer time.<\/span><\/p>\n However, the Ellsworth YMCA wants to give parents a chance to celebrate as well.<\/span><\/p>\n On Friday, May 29, the YMCA will host a Parents Night Out Ice Cream Social from 5 to 8 PM.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a few quiet hours to yourself, would like to hang out with other parents or guardians, join them while kids 5-12 can indulge in pizza, ice cream, open gym activities and a movie night in a supervised environment.<\/span><\/p>\n For more information on the cost and to register for a well-deserved evening for both kids and parents, just follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n