Maine Behavioral Healthcare announces the appointment of Stephanie LeBlanc to senior director of Behavioral Health Systems and Integrated Services. A longtime resident of Bethel and Hanover, LeBlanc has an extensive background in leading operations and projects within behavioral health organizations. For the past nine years, she served as the executive director of Oxford County Mental […]
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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Maine Department of Labor announces virtual workshops, training in May
LEWISTON — The Maine Department of Labor CareerCenters are offering the following employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses. Local CareerCenters have access to computers, wireless internet access and knowledgeable staff to help with job searches. Click here for a full list of monthly interactive workshops Virtual Workshop: Making Career […]
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CMCC free multi-language learner Welding Academy offered
AUBURN — The Workforce and Professional Development Office at Central Maine Community College is offering a free Welding Academy focused on multilanguage learners from May 22 to June 16. Classes are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Information and links to register are available at https:www.bit.ly/CWPDRegistration. This is an opportunity for multilanguage […]
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Hodgman’s Frozen Custard permanently closed
The Hodgmans have retired but have not said if they plan to sell the business.
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Powerline verdict to bring significant tax relief to Lewiston
Property tax revenue from CMP’s converter station project is projected at $7 million a year, allowing the city to lower its tax rate.
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Auburn attorney joins Portland law firm Schwartz & Schwartz
AUBURN — The Portland law firm of Schwartz & Schwartz, P.A. announces Haley K. Hunter has joined the firm. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Maine and received her juris doctor degree cum laude from the University of Maine School of Law. She worked at Linnell, Choate & Webber in Auburn for the […]
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Douglas Gross joins Norway Savings Asset Management Group
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank announces Douglas C. Gross has recently accepted the position of assistant vice president, trust officer of the Asset Management Group. He is responsible for building and growing relationships with clients by assisting them in planning for the future and to reach their financial goals. He will be the primary contact […]
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Fontaine Family real estate group marks 40 years with annual award ceremony
AUBURN — The Fontaine Family real estate group is marking 40 years in business and held its annual awards ceremony in February to recognize the achievements of the team in 2022. Before the awards, the licensed support staff was recognized for their commitment and dependability, including Sally Christner, Megan Trundy, Crystal St. Hilaire, Dustin Larochelle […]
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OTIS Federal Credit Union promotes three and hires two staff members
JAY — OTIS Federal Credit Union announces it recently promoted three of its staff members and welcomed two new hires. Jannell Pomeroy was promoted to teller supervisor, after four years as a teller. Emma Blaisdell was promoted from teller to assistant teller supervisor. Natalie Allen was promoted to to member specialist/IRAs. She previously was a […]
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Joleen Bedard recertified as fundraising executive
Joleen Bedard, executive director of United Way of Androscoggin County, has been recertified as a fundraising executive. Bedard has held the certification since 2017, having met a series of standards that include tenure in the profession, education, and demonstrated fundraising achievement. She also passed a rigorous exam testing the knowledge, skills and abilities required of […]