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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.
Expansion plans back on track at Sonder & Dram
Owner Peter Flanders and partner chef Michael Gosselin are moving ahead with plans to open a 40 to 50 seat restaurant upstairs from the bar, in the former Subway space.
Sherman Oaks California Kitchen plans fast-casual eating on Lisbon Street
Owner Aaron Fanjoy says the restaurant will be themed California fresh with a menu offering gourmet sandwiches, soups and more.
Local entrepreneurs set to face off in LA Metro Chamber Top Gun competition.
LEWISTON — It’s not just bragging rights that are at stake, but also a shot at winning $25,000. Five local businesses have been honing their Top Gun skills ahead of judgment day, Thursday, May 12, in front of members of the Lewiston Auburn Metro Chamber of Commerce at the organization’s regional pitch-off breakfast. All the […]
An Angel’s Wing opening new storefront at Auburn Mall
Sonder and Dram moving on up on Ash Street; Sherman Oaks California Kitchen plans fast-casual eating on Lisbon Street.
Lewiston Adult Education offers free computer certification course
LEWISTON — The Lewiston Adult Education program is offering a free computer class to help students earn professional certifications for future employment. The Applied Technology in the Workplace course is offered in partnership with Androscoggin and Oxford County Adult Education programs. Greg Yates will be the teacher. Upon successful completion of the class, students will […]
Connecting women to construction careers virtual session
LEWISTON — New Ventures Maine will hold a virtual class entitled “Connecting Women to Construction Jobs” on Wednesday, May 4, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. online. This spring Maine employers will need construction workers. Take advantage of this 90-minute virtual session designed for women and underrepresented workers who are interested in exploring careers within […]
Real estate fraud in Maine rising as scammers take advantage of tight housing market, desperate buyers
Real estate is the third most common sector for fraud attempts behind construction and commercial services, according to the findings of a 2019 report by the Department of Treasury.
Rental fraud: How I got scammed on Craigslist while trying to move to Lewiston
Reporter Christopher Wheelock was only trying to find a temporary place to stay in Lewiston, but may have permanently lost his money when he fell for a real estate scam.
Investing in Lewiston: What investors and developers are looking for
Developers share the challenges they face in commercial investment in the city; offering suggestions to make investment viable.