The specialty textile manufacturer battled through COVID-19 and took on the Chinese for targeting her business.
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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Gov. Mills launches Dirigo Business Incentive Program at Lisbon’s Springworks Farm
Newly created program looks to bolster skilled labor force, attract business opportunities through tax credits.
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Brickyard Hollow’s acquisition of Nu Brewery hopes to tap into higher profit margin
New Gloucester location boosts brewing capacity for homegrown Maine brewpub chain.
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Town of Raymond asks court to force Auburn businessman to restore Sebago Lake properties
A statement from the town Tuesday cites a lack of response from Auburn businessman and landowner Donald Buteau regarding numerous alleged shoreland violations at his Sebago Lake properties. Buteau says the town has yet to issue him a permit.
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Owners of Auburn-based Strainrite Companies acquire Belfast Bay Brewing
Lobster Ale’s future as Maine craft brew legacy ensured with purchase of one of state’s original craft breweries.
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Old-school Lewiston shoemaker walking toward expanding market
“We will always have handsewn, but in a different price segmentation.”
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Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport facing turbulent times
City leaders say poor management and oversight issues at the airport have led to serious financial woes dating back nearly a decade, worsened by Elite Airways’ insolvency.
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Nominations sought for Maine Family Business Awards
Awards celebrate the best family-owned businesses in Maine.
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Androscoggin Bank appoints 5 new corporators
LEWISTON — Androscoggin Bank announces five new corporators were appointed at its 2023 annual meeting. They are Ray DeBlois, Adilah Muhammad, Sharon Reishus, Josh Soley and John Wipfler. As active leaders in their communities and areas of expertise, they bring valuable perspectives to the bank’s economic and community initiatives. “We are excited to welcome such […]
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FAME to offer second cycle of Thrive Maine loans
Total of $29 million in forgivable small-business loans ranging from $10K to $500K will be available.