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🌱 What new $30M state fund could mean for AR Gould Hospital

Presque Isle, Maine Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Presque Isle! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What new $30M state fund could mean for AR Gould Hospital
  • How early Presque Isle flyers should book to avoid paying $200 more
  • Why rural schools like ours are scrambling to find music teachers

Also on today's calendar: Public Youth Art Group and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Humid; an afternoon shower, temps: high: 85, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 81 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 11 rural Maine hospitals invited to participate in $30M resiliency initiative (wmtw.com) — Northern Light AR Gould Hospital in Presque Isle is one of 11 rural Maine hospitals invited to share in a $30 million state initiative to strengthen long-term financial stability. Over the next year, AR Gould will get expert help crafting a sustainability plan and may receive project funding to improve efficiency and protect local access to care.
   

• Flight cost tips: Presque Isle airport director shares booking advice (wagmtv.com) — If you’re flying out of Presque Isle International Airport, booking at least 30 days ahead could save you more than $200 on airfare. Airport director Scott Wardwell explains how timing, school vacation weeks, and midweek departures affect prices, and notes JetBlue’s two-year commitment is keeping local fares more competitive than past carriers.
   

• For Arts Sake - Rural schools, music teacher shortage highlight need for more music educators (wagmtv.com) — From a Presque Isle dateline, this story highlights how rural schools nationwide are cutting or struggling to staff music and arts programs, leaving millions of students without access. A national advocacy leader explains funding options, federal definitions of arts education, and why certified music teachers are in high demand for those considering the profession.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Presque Isle. Apply here.
  • Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Presque Isle. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Presque Isle here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Maine to award $30 million through federal rural health fund (pressherald.com)
  • The best flooring, according to Consumer Reports (qz.com)
  • Where labor and delivery stands in Maine (wgme.com)

Ok Presque Isle! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Presque Isle

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Presque Isle

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.