Man dies after being struck by a car in Bradford<\/b><\/p>\n
On Tuesday, the Penobscot County Sheriff\u2019s office responded to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a car in Bradford.<\/span><\/p>\n Sheriffs say a man died even though lifesaving efforts were performed.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports it happened at 12:40 PM on Route 221 and according to Sheriff Troy Morton, the man who was on the roadway at the time of the crash was hit by a car heading south towards Glenburn.<\/span><\/p>\n The accident remains under investigation and the man\u2019s identity has not been released.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/02\/pedestrian-struck-killed-bradford\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Thousands of Mainers submit absentee ballots ahead of election day<\/b><\/p>\n Mainers are getting reminders left and right about absentee ballot voting, the deadline which is Thursday by 8 PM and more.<\/span><\/p>\n Less than a week away, Mainers are gearing up to vote for the Democratic and Republican primaries for Maine governor, U.S. Senate and U.S. House in the 2nd Congressional District.<\/span><\/p>\n WABI news reports the Secretary of State\u2019s office says they\u2019ve seen more than 65,000 requested ballots as of Monday.<\/span><\/p>\n Nearly 35,000 of those have been returned and accepted and 29,000 have to still be submitted.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.wabi.tv\/2026\/06\/02\/thousands-maine-voters-request-absentee-ballots-ahead-primary-election\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Friendship Cottage purchase completed<\/b><\/p>\n The Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties have announced exciting news.<\/span><\/p>\n The closing of Friendship Cottage in Blue Hill will happen this week!<\/span><\/p>\n After multiple fundraising efforts to save the facility that provides adult day services, the community can be proud of showing up.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports celebrations will take place with an Open House and Summer Barbeque on Saturday, June 6 starting at 1 PM.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/health\/nonprofit-closes-on-purchase-of-friendship-cottage\/article_de4d6646-d92e-43bb-a4be-fa473f1d6d02.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n City of Ellsworth officials seeking the right path<\/b><\/p>\n The streets of Ellsworth have been an ongoing topic amongst residents, business owners and community members in Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n Now, after feedback has been reviewed, city officials want to ensure they are on the right path.<\/span><\/p>\n Preliminary designs have been mocked up alongside some recommendations to improve Ellsworth streets, so officials want to hear from you!<\/span><\/p>\n There will be a public meeting on Wednesday, June 10 at the council chambers where the public can provide their perspective on what needs to be done.<\/span><\/p>\n For more information on the meeting you can just follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthmaine.gov\/did-we-get-it-right-help-shape-the-future-of-ellsworths-streets\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Celebrate National Trails Day<\/b><\/p>\n On the first Saturday of June every year, trails across the U.S. far and wide are celebrated.<\/span><\/p>\n You can enjoy \u2018National Trails Day\u2019 with Woodlawn Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n Starting at 8AM you can enjoy the Woodlaw Grounds and Trails, hang out near the pond with trail guides and play some nature Bingo!<\/span><\/p>\n Leaders at Woodlawn encourage community members to learn more about trail systems surrounding them and the importance behind them.<\/span><\/p>\n