Four area executives are among 10 leaders from across Maine to complete the 2022 John T. Gorman Fellowship, an intensive program designed to strengthen their ability to make a measurable difference in the lives of Maine people. They are: Melissa Hue, director of diversity, equity and inclusion for Lewiston; Kristen Miale, president of […]
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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Geiger hires new vice president of marketing
LEWISTON — Promotional products distributor Geiger has hired Stephanie Whitman as vice president of marketing. She joins Geiger from Hussey Seating Co., a leading international seating manufacturer, where she served as manager of marketing operations. “I am thrilled to be joining this iconic business at a time of exciting opportunity,” Whitman said. “The rich history […]
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Auburn Hilton celebrates holiday shopping with a party
Sherman Oaks California Kitchen closes; Gowell’s in Greene plans grand opening; Bedard’s closes College Street store.
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Rinck earns best in show in international creative awards competition
LEWISTON — Rinck Advertising took home best in show award at the 18th annual Davey Awards, which honors the finest creative work from the best small shops, firms, agencies and companies worldwide. The agency won Best in Show: Integrated Campaign, Promotional & Branding for its work with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife’s Keeper […]
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DFD Russell Medical Centers welcomes new physician assistant
DFD Russell Medical Centers has announced the addition of board-certified physician assistant Mayra Brink to the team. Brink attended Franklin Pierce University where she completed her Master of Physician Assistant studies with a special interest in pediatrics and women’s health. She obtained her bachelor’s in biology from Moravian College, graduating with honors. Brink has been […]
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Working: Full-time pastor cranks up his side gig for the holidays
What began as a way to pay for date nights with his wife has become a second job for Greg Morgan.
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Joe Galletta receives Oxford Hills Rotary Club award
PARIS — The Oxford Hills Rotary Club recently presented Joe Galletta, who is celebrating 10 years as owner of Ripley & Fletcher Ford in Paris, with the Paul Harris Fellow award. The award comes with a $1,000 donation made to the Rotary Foundation, the charitable arm of the organization. It’s named after the founding Rotarian […]
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Isaac’s Place finds a new home in Auburn
Joshua Desmarais and his daughter, Hannah Olcott, bought and refurbished the mobile food trailer.
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Lucky Cat Coffee brings Hong Kong treat to Lewiston streets
The food truck serves fresh coffees, teas, fruit-filled brioche buns and bubble waffles primarily on Lisbon Street.
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Black Diamond Detailing moves into Sabattus Street shop
Also in The Buzz: Lucky Cat truck of deliciousness; Isaac’s Place calling it home.