Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport looks to put Elite Airways fiasco behind for good.
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.
Impasse over shoreland zoning violations at Sebago Lake leads to legislative action
State Sen. Tim Nangle sponsored two bills to offer relief to municipalities, plus the ability to deny permits to applicants with unresolved shoreland zoning violations.
Shaw’s in Lewiston getting $1 million makeover
The project at 27 East Ave. is expected to be finished in early 2024.
Two multifamily apartment buildings approved for Center Street in Auburn
Plans call for two, three-story apartment buildings, one with 10 units and the other with 11.
Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund receives $1.8 million to help those affected by mass shooting
Organization explains how the public can help identify all who are directly affected by the mass shooting.
Michael’s craft store coming to Auburn
The Buzz: Shaw’s in Lewiston getting $1 million makeover; Two multifamily apartments approved for Center Street in Auburn.
Dostie Jewelers leaving Lewiston after 76 years downtown
Owner Michael Dostie cites loss of local business, ‘dynamics’ of downtown and city leadership focus shift leading to unsustainable business prospects.
Saddleback Mountain unveils $10 million workforce housing project in Rangeley
The $10 million project’s goal is to solve lack of workforce housing for Rangeley area workers.
Retirement savings plan law takes effect January 2024 in Maine
Employers with five or more employees who don’t offer a qualified plan must offer workers the chance to save for retirement.
Getting serious about viticulture in Maine; it may not be too cold a climate for good wine
WillowsAwake Winery in Leeds planted vines, hired a winemaker, invested heavily in infrastructure and the effort is beginning to bear fruit.