LEWISTON — Geiger, the nation’s largest privately held promotional products distributor, recently presented its first quarter Geiger Star awards. The honorees are Chris Gagne, Information Technology; Christine Knowlton, Distribution Center; and Renu Pal, Geiger UK, Finance. The three were nominated by fellow associates in recognition of their efforts to work the values of The Geiger […]
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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Norway Savings Bank receives fourth consecutive Best Wellness Employer award
NORWAY — For the fourth year in a row, Norway Savings Bank has been recognized as a Best Wellness Employer by Wellness Workdays, a leading provider of corporate wellness programs, in collaboration with experts from the Harvard Medical School.The designation includes gold certification, the highest level achievable, and recognizes businesses and organizations committed to creating […]
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Jersey Mike’s Subs coming to Auburn; Blue Jay Coffee to open in Lewiston
Get ready to ask for it “Mike’s way” at the area’s first Jersey Mike’s Subs, eyeing an August opening in the Auburn Shopping Center at 600 Center St. Franchise owner Chris Brown said he plans to hire 20 to 25 employees as they get closer to wrapping up construction, which is well underway. Jersey Mike’s […]
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Prices jump as egg supply faces ongoing disruption
Bird flu cited as the primary cause of tight supply and subsequent rising prices.
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Dr. Benjamin Lawlor among “40 Under 40,” top young dentists in the U.S.
AUBURN — Incisal Edge dental magazine recognized Dr. Benjamin Lawlor among the 2022 “40 Under 40” top young dentists in the U.S. The dental publication celebrates brilliant young achievers in dentistry, ages 40 and younger, with its signature award, now in its 12th consecutive year. Among the 2022 “40 Under 40” recipients, are 40 women and 40 men […]
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Dylan Cox joins Skelton Taintor & Abbott
LEWISTON — The law firm of Skelton Taintor & Abbott announced that Dylan Cox has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Cox graduated from the University of Maine School of Law in 2021 and Saint Joseph’s College of Maine with a bachelor’s degree in political science with a concentration in criminal justice, magna cum […]
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New Ventures Maine summer classes focus on reaching business, career and money management goals
New Ventures Maine has announced tuition-free online workshops and classes for the summer that are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money. Classes include: Grow Your Business Online: Self-paced; complete by Aug. 31. Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to create a compelling web […]
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Lewiston city clerk appointed to international board of nonprofit
LEWISTON — City Clerk Kathleen M. Montejo was recently elected to the board of directors of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, a nonprofit organization with more than 15,000 members worldwide. Montejo was sworn in during the group’s 76th Annual Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her region is comprised of about 1,000 members representing Connecticut, […]
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Rinck Advertising promotes Heather Cyr
LEWISTON — Rinck Advertising recently promoted Heather Cyr to director of project management. She joined Rinck in 2015 as an account manager, moving to the project management department in 2018 after she played a critical role in developing a new AM-PM model for the account services department. In her new role, she will oversee Rinck’s […]
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CMCC free high-pressure boiler operator training sessions
AUBURN — The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College is offering free high-pressure boiler operator training. The first group is Wednesdays, July 20 to Oct. 17, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at ND Paper in Rumford. Registration is required and 10 seats are available. The second group is offered Wednesdays, Sept. […]