The new owners want to return the hotel to its ‘glory days,’ a city official said.
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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Lewiston-Auburn restaurants offer free food with SNAP on hold
The government shutdown means federal food assistance will not be paid in November, affecting 41 million recipients across the U.S.
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Last Sheaf in Lisbon offers a helping hand with discounted building supplies
The nonprofit, affiliated with a group of Christian Anabaptist churches in Maine and Pennsylvania, offers new, used and salvaged materials.
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New riverfront apartments in downtown Auburn coming soon
The Buzz: Built on a tiny footprint, the urban vibe is new to the city.
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In Leeds, one of Maine’s few estate vineyards reports a bountiful grape harvest
Drought conditions are beneficial this year, but they could affect the 2026 harvest.
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Maine farmers, restaurants struggle with rising cost of beef
With prices nationwide at an all-time high, producers weigh price increases against customer loyalty.
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Longtime Lewiston law firm purchases 491 Lisbon St. as new base
The Buzz: Skelton Taintor & Abbott says its roots date back to 1853.
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Despite challenges, Maine’s apple crop looks ‘excellent’
Orchardists say this year’s harvest is providing high-quality fruit despite uneven yields caused by a host of factors. However, there are worries for next year.
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Roopers Beverage sells a second location in Lewiston-Auburn
The Buzz: Lighthouse Discount Beverage now owns two locations locally.
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Seafood market closes Lewiston location
The Buzz: Andy Cantrell, owner of Cantrell’s Seafood 2, would only say his lease was up.