Christopher Wheelock – Page 45 – Lewiston Sun Journal

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.

Lewiston-Auburn, News

Leaders hustle as deadlines approach for Lewiston’s first low-barrier, emergency homeless shelter

by Christopher Wheelock April 2, 2023April 3, 2023

A detailed plan must be submitted in May and, if approved, the new shelter needs to be up and running by October.

Business, Noteworthy

Lewiston native elected to ACHCA board of directors

March 31, 2023

LEWISTON — Piper Shores Chief Executive Officer Philip D. Jean, a Lewiston native, has been elected to the American College of Health Care Administrators board of directors. The nonprofit professional membership association is dedicated to administrative leadership and excellence in post-acute and aging services care across the spectrum of health care services. Jean has over […]

Business, Noteworthy

Lewiston native Paul Coulombe receives Governor’s Award for Tourism Excellence

March 31, 2023

AUGUSTA — Lewiston native Paul Coulombe recently received the Governor’s Award for Tourism Excellence. The 2023 honor recognizes Coulombe for his impact on tourism in the Boothbay region, his commitment to his employees’ well-being, and his generous philanthropy. In presenting the award at this year’s Governor’s Conference, Gov. Janet Mills said, “Paul Coulombe is a […]

Business, Noteworthy

Orthopedic surgeon joins Franklin Memorial Hospital

by Christopher Wheelock March 31, 2023

FARMINGTON — Dr. Ian Dickey has joined the Franklin Memorial Hospital medical staff as an orthopedic surgeon, providing patient care at Franklin Health Orthopedics and orthopedic surgery at the hospital. Dickey was most recently employed as an orthopedic surgeon at Anschutz Medical Center in Colorado and the Department of Veterans Affairs at Eastern Colorado Health […]

Business, Noteworthy

Steve Morin honored for 50 years of service at Blanchette Moving & Storage Co.

March 31, 2023

LEWISTON — Blanchette Moving & Storage Co. congratulates Steve Morin for 50 years of excellent service. Morin started working for the family business in April 1973 after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he received many honors, including the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. The company said loyal and dedicated team […]

Business, Giving Back

Wheelers Insurance awarded $5,000 donation for Team Hailey Hugs

March 31, 2023

PARIS — Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance have awarded Wheelers Insurance a 2023 Make More Happen Award for its volunteerism with Team Hailey Hugs. The nonprofit organization champions fundraising, awareness and awards grants to families living with the financial strain of childhood cancer. The award includes an initial donation of $5,000 for Team Hailey Hugs. “Helping […]

Business, Noteworthy

Lewiston recreation coordinator is young professional of the year

March 31, 2023

LEWISTON — The Lewiston Recreation Department is celebrating its recreation coordinator, Alyssa Clark, the 2023 recipient of the Maine Recreation and Park Association’s Dr. Bill Eckart Young Professional of the Year Award. The annual award is given to a Maine rising parks and recreation professional who has displayed an outstanding community performance level through innovative […]