When the Biddeford-based burgers and brew chain opened on Lisbon Street in 2019, wait times pushed two hours.
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.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
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 […]
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
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.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
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.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston
Restaurant owner said things changed during the COVID-19 pandemic and downtown Lewiston never recovered.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce growing soon
The three-month project is planned to break ground in early April.
Posted inBusiness, Giving Back
NorthStar 4-H Youth Mentoring program receives $120,000 commitment from Norway Savings Bank
NORWAY — Norway Savings Bank recently announced a gift of $120,000 over six years to the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s NorthStar 4-H Youth Mentoring program. The gift was made as part of UMaine Extension’s Adopt a Cohort fundraising campaign to support individual classes in the six-year mentoring program aimed at raising aspirations of students in […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Tucci + Co. Salon has more growing pains
The salon has moved into a new space and are adding services.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Lee Auto Mall to get a facelift
The Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep dealership will be getting a new look for the service center entrance.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
SCORE Central Maine named 2023 regional chapter of the year
AUBURN — SCORE Central Maine has been named Northeast Region 2023 Chapter of the Year, the highest annual recognition for SCORE chapters. The Northeast region, one of eight regions covering the entire U.S. includes Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and New York. SCORE Central Maine was recognized for its outstanding involvement, impact, and […]