LEWISTON — Promotional products distributor Geiger has promoted Alicia Doyle, Nicole Ross and Tara Villanueva to new roles and responsibilities. Doyle has been promoted to senior talent acquisition specialist in the human resources department. “Alicia’s commitment to excellent candidate care and her strong connection to the Geiger culture makes her a tremendous asset to the […]
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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New Ventures Maine offers tuition-free online workshops for June
LEWISTON — New Ventures Maine has announced tuition-free online workshops and classes for June, including self-paced and interactive online workshops that are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career and manage money. The full class schedule with offerings for June and beyond is […]
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Maine home prices up in April; sales decline for 10th consecutive month
LEWISTON — The price of a single-family home in Maine increased 25.36% in April compared to April a year ago. The Maine Association of Realtors reported that 1,143 homes changed hands last month, down 20.90% from April 2021. The statewide median sales price for existing homes sold is $346,000. This means that half of the […]
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Sawyer Engineering & Surveying relocates office in Bridgton
BRIDGTON — Sawyer Engineering & Surveying, a division of Sebago Technics, has relocated its Bridgton office from 2 Elm St. to 293 Portland Road, Unit 3. The move stems from the company’s growth in the past year and will enable the company to maintain closer contact with its customers and provide more opportunities for work […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
LA Metro Chamber announces 2022 annual award winners
Four individuals, one business and one community initiative are this year’s recipients.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Art Walk LA kicking off 2022 season Friday
Head downtown for Art Walk L/A on May 27; Quiet City Books quietly relocates; MedCo to open recreational cannabis shop in Lewiston.
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Quiet City Books quietly relocates in Lewiston
Owner Courtney Schlachter said she has more room to expand her offerings and hopes to resume story time for children.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
MedCo to open recreational cannabis shop in Lewiston
The company will open its second recreational store at 739 Main St.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Common Grounds Cafe in Lewiston offers teens business experience
Working: The pay-what-you-can coffee shop is in the heart of the downtown Tree Streets neighborhood.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business
Somali community celebrates new farm, planting season
Liberation Farms in Wales features a new pavilion, erected in three days.