LEWISTON — Tri-County Mental Health Services announced the addition of Leslie Ogilvie, Colin O’Neill and Katherine Morissette to its leadership team. Ogilvie was named the new grants and communication manager. She previously worked as a project manager and senior research associate for a small research firm that conducted program evaluation, needs assessment and strategic planning […]
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 inAndroscoggin County, Business, The Buzz
Somali farm stand opens in Wales
The new stand is open Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Obscura Cafe plans June 21 opening in Lewiston
The new restaurant has moved into a Lisbon Street location.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Little River Coffee opens Friday in Lisbon Falls
Coffee shop a longtime coming; Somali farm stand now open; Obscura Cafe opening update
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Bethel bakery awarded New Ventures Maine mini-grant
BETHEL — Gamut Goods of Bethel has been selected as New Ventures Maine’s Spring 2022 western Maine marketing mini-grant recipient. The business was selected from a strong group of small business applicants from Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties. Gamut Goods was founded in 2021 by Sammy Sirois and Sydney Hagenbuch, who come from culinary backgrounds […]
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Central Maine Community College welcomes new dean of academic affairs
AUBURN — Central Maine Community College announces that Jennifer Jefferson has joined the college as the new dean of academic affairs. She serves as the chief academic officer overseeing all academic programs. Jefferson comes to CMCC with nearly 20 years of higher education experience. She recently served as interim vice president of academic affairs for […]
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Election 2022, News, Schools & Education
Sabattus, Litchfield and Wales voters OK school budget for RSU 4
In total, 57% of voters across the three towns voted in support of the budget.
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Molly Ray joins Fontaine Family Team
AUBURN — Molly Ray has joined the Fontaine Family real estate firm at their Auburn location. Ray grew up in Gardiner where she attended Gardiner Area High School. She has 13 years of experience in customer service and sales, primarily working in network marketing while being a stay-at-home mom. Her favorite jobs involve meeting the […]
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Tambrands running full speed in face of tampon shortage
While supply chain problems are being blamed for empty shelves, Procter & Gamble says it’s Auburn facility is running 24/7 to try to meet demand.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Goin’ Postal is a quirky business with a personality focused on customers
Authorized shipping outlet for UPS in Auburn recognized as among top 100 shippers out of 4,500 nationwide — what makes its owner tick?