Profenno, 57, began with the company in 1987, and is now its shipping and logistics coordinator.
Christopher Wheelock
Staff Writer
A long-time journalist, Christopher got his start with Armed Forces Radio & Television after college. Seventeen years at CNN International brought exposure to major national and international stories from 9/11 and wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to natural disasters like the 2004 Asia tsunami and earthquake. Christopher's local news experience includes stops in Colorado, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. His print and digital experience includes business writing and photography in Michigan. Business has always held a special place in his heart, as a former business owner and senior writer for one of CNNI’s top business anchors. He's proudly married to a Michigander, loves cooking, anything outdoors and two fat strays. He is excited to make Maine his new home.
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Auburn pilot project looks to bring back corner markets in neighborhoods
Zoned out in the 1950s and 1960s, these hyper-local stores offered walkable, convenient food sources to communities.
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Rinck Advertising and MaineGeneral Health recognized with Healthcare Digital Marketing Awards
LEWISTON — Rinck Advertising and MaineGeneral Health have received two Healthcare Digital Marketing Awards for campaigns that support the hospital’s orthopaedic and surgery services. They include the 2022 Gold HDM Award for MaineGeneral Medical Center Orthopedics Campaign and the 2022 Silver HDM Award for MaineGeneral Medical Center Surgery Campaign. “We are pleased with our collaboration […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Maine Home Show set this weekend at Auburn’s Norway Savings Bank Arena
Annual event brings wide range of exhibitors from window replacement to landscapers and spa dealers.
Posted inBusiness, Giving Back
Auburn-based VIP donates over $164,000 to Make-A-Wish in 2022
AUBURN — VIP Tires & Service announced another round of donations to Make-A-Wish as part of its longstanding commitment to charity and community. In recent years, VIP customers and employees have raised more than $1 million on behalf of young children facing life-threatening medical conditions. In 2022, Auburn-based VIP raised and donated over $164,000 to […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
New developments in agriculture: the challenges, issues facing Mainers
Great Falls Forum tackles issues facing farmers and the agriculture industry in Maine.
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Central Maine Therapy Services opens new clinic with expanded services in Auburn
AUBURN — Central Maine Healthcare recently celebrated a grand opening at the new clinic, Central Maine Therapy Service, in the same facility as Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics at 690 Minot Ave. The clinic offers a full suite of physical therapy services, including treatment for orthopedic and neurological conditions. Services will include treatment for post-operative rehabilitation, […]
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Closing Cowbell Grill & Tap: What the owners want Lewiston to know
When the Biddeford-based burgers and brew chain opened on Lisbon Street in 2019, wait times pushed two hours.
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A1 Superior Cleaning marks five years in business
AUBURN — A1 Superior Cleaning is celebrating its five-year anniversary. What started out as a one-person, mobile detailing business in the Lewiston Auburn area has grown into a small company of 13 employees and contractors, offering seven services across the state. The company specializes in stripping and waxing floors, tile and grout, carpet, furniture, residential […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Dairy Joy ice cream shops get ready to open
Also in the Buzz: Gifford’s Ice Cream on Minot Avenue for sale; Blackie’s Farm Stand growing soon; Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston.