The cuisine will focus on East African foods, according to Owner Gael Karomba.
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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Lynch family of companies announces Chris Haynes as vice president of operations
The Lynch family of companies, an integrated group of logistics businesses headquartered in Maine, announces Christopher Haynes has been hired as vice president of operations. Haynes will be responsible for the leadership, management, accountability, and safe operations of the Lynch business lines: Lynch Logistics, Freight Central, Records Management Center, Shredding On Site, Central Maine Moving […]
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Central Maine Medical Center lauded as “high performing hospital” for maternity
LEWISTON — Central Maine Medical Center has again been recognized as high performing in maternity care by U.S. News & World Report. The publication began listing “Best Hospitals for Maternity” last year. CMMC is one of only two in Maine to garner the distinction this year. To achieve a high performing rating, a hospital had […]
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Dawn Lopez joins Maine Source Homes & Realty
AUBURN — Dawn Lopez, a native of Long Beach, California, who has lived in Maine for 20 years, has joined Auburn-based Maine Source Homes & Realty as a sales agent. She will work with the internal team led by broker/realtor Toni Ferraro, assisting clients in buying and selling. “Dawn’s two decades of excelling in the […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Bon Vivant is coming to Lewiston
Owners of Sonder & Dram plan to open casual fine dining restaurant Bon Vivant. Rusty Bus Brewing has finally opened its doors on Lisbon Street after months of delays. Afro Taste Restaurant and Lounge is taking over the former Pedro O’Hara’s space on Main Street.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn Housing Authority still investigating why heating failed in power outage
The 111-unit Barker Mill Arms housing complex in New Auburn was without heat for an entire night.
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FAME board elects officers for 2022-2023
At their annual meeting on Nov. 17, members of the Finance Authority of Maine elected new officers for 2022-2023. This year’s officers, whose terms will run from November 2022 through November 2023, are: Chair: Richard L. Trafton, a resident of Brunswick, is a partner with the law firm of Trafton, Matzen, Belleau & Frenette in […]
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Homeless in Maine: Record-setting estimates come as winter’s bite threatens the vulnerable
Escalating costs for housing, food and fuel have officials especially concerned as cold weather sets in and as estimates grow for people unable to find stable housing.
Posted inMaine, News
Read the series: How homelessness impacts Maine
An occasional series examining homelessness in Maine.
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Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills given donation from Ocean State Job Lot
PARIS — Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills received a $1,500 gift card from Ocean State Job Lot to purchase supplies, including pet food, beds, toys and chews, cleaning supplies and more, in addition to a $1,000 check. It also received an offer of personal protective equipment, which included a mix of sanitizer, sanitizing wipes […]