AUBURN — The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College is offering free heat pump installer training March 13 to 17 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Information and links to register are available at https:www.bit.ly/CWPDRegistration. The 40-hour course meets Efficiency Maine requirements to qualify for rebates, financing and sales leads. […]
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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Hometown Soup & Salad closes in Lewiston
Also in The Buzz: Lee Auto Mall to get a facelift; Tucci + Co. Salon has more growing pains.
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Paul Vinsel receives board certification in addiction medicine
LEWISTON — Dr. Paul Vinsel of Tri-County Mental Health Services is board certified in addiction medicine by the American Osteopathic Association. Vinsel graduated from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his emergency medicine residency at Darnall Army Community Hospital in Fort Hood, Texas, and has practiced emergency medicine for 36 years […]
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Alfond Scholarship Foundation launches awareness campaign
Ten years after every child born in Maine became included in the fund, many are not aware it can help their children.
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CMCC offers free training for high pressure boiler operators
AUBURN — The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College is offering free high pressure boiler operator training this spring. Classes will be Tuesdays, March 14 to June 6, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in person at CMCC. Registration is required and 12 openings are available. Information and links to register […]
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Rinck Advertising recognized by Ragan’s Top Places to Work
LEWISTON — Rinck Advertising was recently named in Ragan’s Top Places to Work. The program recognizes companies and organizations that shine a light on employees and foster a welcoming workplace culture for all. Rinck is one of 14 companies recognized in the small organization category, which is those with fewer than 100 employees. Rinck […]
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UScellular names Gary Hebert manager of Farmington store
FARMINGTON — UScellular has promoted Gary Hebert to manager at the Farmington store at 646 Wilton Road. Hebert is responsible for leading his team of wireless technology experts to help customers select the devices, plans and consumer electronics to best meet their needs. Hebert brings more than 29 years of wireless experience to his role. […]
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New Ventures Maine announces tuition-free classes for March
New Ventures Maine will offer tuition-free online and in-person workshops and classes in March in three program areas: career, business and financial education. Workshops and classes are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money. The full class schedule is updated frequently and is accessible online. Online […]
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Consolidated Communications recognized as Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher for second year
Consolidated Communications, a leading broadband and business communications provider, announced it has been named a Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher for the second year in a row. “From building out our fiber network, to providing an industry-leading customer experience, our employees do amazing work every day,” Vivian Schott, vice president of human resources for Consolidated, said. […]
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Claude Marichal, master machinist at Elmet Technologies
Four decades in one building, with many jobs over the years.