Annual event brings wide range of exhibitors from window replacement to landscapers and spa dealers.
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.
Auburn-based VIP donates over $164,000 to Make-A-Wish in 2022
AUBURN — VIP Tires & Service announced another round of donations to Make-A-Wish as part of its longstanding commitment to charity and community. In recent years, VIP customers and employees have raised more than $1 million on behalf of young children facing life-threatening medical conditions. In 2022, Auburn-based VIP raised and donated over $164,000 to […]
New developments in agriculture: the challenges, issues facing Mainers
Great Falls Forum tackles issues facing farmers and the agriculture industry in Maine.
Central Maine Therapy Services opens new clinic with expanded services in Auburn
AUBURN — Central Maine Healthcare recently celebrated a grand opening at the new clinic, Central Maine Therapy Service, in the same facility as Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics at 690 Minot Ave. The clinic offers a full suite of physical therapy services, including treatment for orthopedic and neurological conditions. Services will include treatment for post-operative rehabilitation, […]
Closing Cowbell Grill & Tap: What the owners want Lewiston to know
When the Biddeford-based burgers and brew chain opened on Lisbon Street in 2019, wait times pushed two hours.
A1 Superior Cleaning marks five years in business
AUBURN — A1 Superior Cleaning is celebrating its five-year anniversary. What started out as a one-person, mobile detailing business in the Lewiston Auburn area has grown into a small company of 13 employees and contractors, offering seven services across the state. The company specializes in stripping and waxing floors, tile and grout, carpet, furniture, residential […]
Dairy Joy ice cream shops get ready to open
Also in the Buzz: Gifford’s Ice Cream on Minot Avenue for sale; Blackie’s Farm Stand growing soon; Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston.
Gifford’s Ice Cream will not re-open in Auburn
The ice cream company said the decision not to reopen was made well before the fire at its Skowhegan plant.
Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston
Restaurant owner said things changed during the COVID-19 pandemic and downtown Lewiston never recovered.
Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce growing soon
The three-month project is planned to break ground in early April.