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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.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Bethel bakery awarded New Ventures Maine mini-grant
BETHEL — Gamut Goods of Bethel has been selected as New Ventures Maine’s Spring 2022 western Maine marketing mini-grant recipient. The business was selected from a strong group of small business applicants from Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties. Gamut Goods was founded in 2021 by Sammy Sirois and Sydney Hagenbuch, who come from culinary backgrounds […]
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Central Maine Community College welcomes new dean of academic affairs
AUBURN — Central Maine Community College announces that Jennifer Jefferson has joined the college as the new dean of academic affairs. She serves as the chief academic officer overseeing all academic programs. Jefferson comes to CMCC with nearly 20 years of higher education experience. She recently served as interim vice president of academic affairs for […]
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Election 2022, News, Schools & Education
Sabattus, Litchfield and Wales voters OK school budget for RSU 4
In total, 57% of voters across the three towns voted in support of the budget.
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Molly Ray joins Fontaine Family Team
AUBURN — Molly Ray has joined the Fontaine Family real estate firm at their Auburn location. Ray grew up in Gardiner where she attended Gardiner Area High School. She has 13 years of experience in customer service and sales, primarily working in network marketing while being a stay-at-home mom. Her favorite jobs involve meeting the […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Tambrands running full speed in face of tampon shortage
While supply chain problems are being blamed for empty shelves, Procter & Gamble says it’s Auburn facility is running 24/7 to try to meet demand.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Goin’ Postal is a quirky business with a personality focused on customers
Authorized shipping outlet for UPS in Auburn recognized as among top 100 shippers out of 4,500 nationwide — what makes its owner tick?
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education
Former Auburn superintendent of schools to lead Wales-based district
A public meeting on an addition to Oak Hill Middle School is set for June 22.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Auburn mayor sees the potential for strong population growth
Jason Levesque tells chamber city’s future depends on education and employment.
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Calvin Willette Joins Fontaine Family Team
AUBURN — Calvin Willette has joined the Fontaine Family real estate team at their Auburn location. Willette grew up in Auburn and attended Edward Little High School. He graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He previously a paralegal at Berman & Simmons, P.A., where he learned how […]