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🌱 What Machias families should know about shrinking maternity options statewide

Machias, Maine Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Machias! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Machias families should know about shrinking maternity options statewide
  • Why Eastport just lost its only pharmacy—and what Machias knows

Also on today's calendar: Estate Sale August 14th calls only @952-4361, 15&16 9-2..

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

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and very warm, temps: high: 86, low: 65.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Where labor and delivery stands in Maine (wgme.com) — For families in Machias, there’s important reassurance: Down East Community Hospital is still one of just 17 Maine hospitals offering labor and delivery, even as many rural units have closed since 2014. The piece tracks statewide maternity shutdowns and explains that a key Damariscotta unit may be next, which could send more expectant parents toward Machias for care.
   

• Downeast community loses only pharmacy (wabi.tv) — Eastport has abruptly lost its only pharmacy after state regulators terminated Eastport Family Pharmacy’s license over multiple violations, from refill errors to poor oversight and recordkeeping. The operator also runs a location in Machias, but staff there declined to comment, leaving Downeast residents worried about access to prescriptions and longer trips for medications.
   

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  • First Atlantic Health Care posted a job opening for CNA Weekend Warrior in Machias. Apply here.
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  • Start Planning Now For The Upcoming Solar Eclipse Of The Century (hothardware.com)

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-- 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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