NH man arrested for 1993 murder of Maine woman<\/b><\/p>\n
Maine State Police say a New Hampshire man has been arrested for the killing of a Maine woman in 1993.<\/span><\/p>\n Police say 59-year-old Daniel Jolly is charged in the murder of 73-year-old Maxine Bitomski.<\/span><\/p>\n Police tell Star 97.7 in January 1993, Bitomski was found dead in her home by family members in Kittery.<\/span><\/p>\n Police say she knew Jolly through his job with a medical supply company.<\/span><\/p>\n Jolly will remain in a New Hampshire jail pending extradition proceedings.<\/span><\/p>\n Data centers, local dams at center of Ellsworth council meeting<\/b><\/p>\n On Monday, the Ellsworth City Council focused on a few things during a workshop.<\/span><\/p>\n Data centers and dam licensing were at the focus of the meeting.<\/span><\/p>\n The Ellsworth American reports after Gov. Janet Mills vetoed a bill in April that could have placed a moratorium on some data centers, Ellsworth officials are concerned about the potential impacts.<\/span><\/p>\n Concerns included resources, environmental effects and of course construction.<\/span><\/p>\n The publication reports the city manager says if a center came through the planning board, the city will have the chance to place a moratorium to determine regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n The council also talked about the Ellsworth Hydroelectric project focusing on two dams on the Union River.<\/span><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.ellsworthamerican.com\/news\/council-discusses-data-centers-dam-relicensing-and-city-seal-in-workshop\/article_cdb0079a-a13c-4b62-b98a-0ef77cf43039.html<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Beth C. Wright Cancer Center celebrates \u2018National Cancer Survivors Day\u2019<\/b><\/p>\n Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center is celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day this weekend.<\/span><\/p>\n Events will be hosted across Washington and Hancock counties!<\/span><\/p>\n Leaders say survivors, families, friends and community members are invited to the Ellsworth Bridgerton Tea and bubbly Survivor celebration starting at 2 PM on Sunday, June 7 at the Beth C. Wright Ellsworth location.<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s also a Baileyville Ice Cream Social on Sunday Jun 7 starting at 2 PM and a Machias Survivor Celebration Tea starting at 3 pm.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY\u00ae CELEBRATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n Baileyville Ice Cream Social<\/strong><\/p>\n Sunday, June 7, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n 2:00 PM<\/span><\/p>\n Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center<\/span><\/p>\n 163 Main Street<\/span><\/p>\n Baileyville, ME 04694<\/span><\/p>\n Guests will enjoy an uplifting afternoon featuring ice cream, conversation, encouragement, and celebration in honor of survivors and their loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n Machias Survivor Celebration Tea<\/strong><\/p>\n Sunday, June 7, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n 3:00 PM<\/span><\/p>\n Whitney Wreath<\/span><\/p>\n Machias, ME<\/span><\/p>\n This special tea celebration will feature refreshments, treats, fellowship, and opportunities to share stories of hope and resilience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.<\/span><\/p>\n Hosted by the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center and the Machias Breast Cancer Support Group.<\/span><\/p>\n Ellsworth \u201cBridgerton Tea & Bubbly\u201d Survivor Celebration<\/strong><\/p>\n Sunday, June 7, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n 2:00 PM<\/span><\/p>\n Ellsworth Location<\/span><\/p>\n Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center<\/span><\/p>\n 23 Commerce Park, Ellsworth ME.<\/span><\/p>\n Guests are invited to enjoy tea, delicious treats, bubbly refreshments, and meaningful moments honoring the incredible journeys of cancer survivors.<\/span><\/p>\n Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite pastels and celebrate together in style.<\/span><\/p>\n Hosted by the Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center and the Open Arms Breast Cancer Support Group<\/span><\/p>\n RSVP INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n Community members planning to attend any of the three events are encouraged to RSVP in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n Email: info@bethwrightcancercenter.org<\/span><\/p>\n Call: 207-664-0339<\/span><\/p>\n Heart of Ellsworth promotes Chesnee Barney to assistant director<\/b><\/p>\n The Heart of Ellsworth announced the promotion of Chesnee Barney to assistant director!<\/span><\/p>\n She joined the Heart of Ellsworth in September 2025 as a marketing and events coordinator helping with the organizations\u2019 publicity and awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n In this new role officials say Barney will take on broader organizational responsibilities while supporting the mission of the Heart of Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n Schoodic Arts for All calling on local actors for September production\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Calling all actors to Downtown Ellsworth!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n On June 11 from 5:30-8 PM, Schoodic Arts for All and Meetinghouse Theater Lab will hold auditions for a September production called \u2018Over the River and Through the Woods.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n Auditions will take place at 16 State Street on the second floor in Downtown Ellsworth.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re interested or have questions about the roles they seek, just follow the link below.<\/span><\/p>\n