Bagley formally announces run for sheriff

Ellsworth detective says he’s running to replace his former boss as sheriff

An Ellsworth police detective who for many years worked for the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department has made public his plans to run for the sheriff position in 2026. Corey Bagley filed with the state as a candidate for sheriff in January, but declined to comment on the filing when contacted a week later by the Bangor Daily News. This week, Bagley has publicly confirmed his intent to run for the post. His decision to move ahead with his campaign…

Bagley formally announces run for sheriff

ELLSWORTH — Longtime lawman Corey Bagley has announced his run for Hancock County sheriff, as a Republican, in the 2026 election.