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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PublishedMay 19, 2024
The next generation of Roopers redemption is well underway
The beverage retailer and wholesaler started as a small redemption station on Sabattus Street and has grown into one of the largest in the state.
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PublishedMay 19, 2024
How Maine’s bottle bill works
Under Maine’s beverage container redemption program, when a manufacturer, bottling company or distributor sells a beverage that falls under the redemption law, it collects from the retailer 5 cents for each beverage or 15 cents on spirits and wine. The retailer then charges the consumer the appropriate deposit at the time of purchase. When the […]
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PublishedMay 1, 2024
Poland Spring rolling out water in aluminum bottles
Poland Spring parent company BlueTriton announced the aluminum bottles are part of a long-term sustainability plan.
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PublishedApril 25, 2024
Wales-based school district moves forward with proposed budget
RSU 4 faces uphill battle to secure the funding it says it needs to ensure quality education for district students.
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PublishedApril 3, 2024
Legislature sends shoreland zoning enforcement bill to Gov. Mills
The governor is expected to sign L.D. 2101 to strengthen shoreland zoning enforcement — inspired by a series of violations at a property in Raymond owned by an Auburn businessman.
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PublishedApril 1, 2024
Few anglers fishing on April Fool’s Day
Traditionally, many anglers look forward to April 1, but nowadays it depends on the weather and the zone.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2024
Maine Legislature passes shoreland zoning bill giving municipalities ability to enforce and remediate violations
The legislation gives enforcement authority on new permits, restoration of shoreland and allows municipalities and Land Use Planning Commission the right to place a lien on property with unresolved violations.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2024
About 100 employees affected as Rumford paper mill makes ‘key operational changes’
ND Paper issues ‘temporary layoffs’ to some workers as a papermaking machine is shutdown due to ‘market-related downtime.’
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PublishedMarch 6, 2024
Wales-based school district assesses possible closure of Libby Tozier and Sabattus Primary schools
Any move to consolidate could be affected by the town of Litchfield’s decision on whether or not to separate from RSU 4.
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PublishedFebruary 18, 2024
Like your coffee fresh and tasty? Local roasters just might be the pour you’re looking for
How three very different local roasters are honing their trade and offering you the best possible cup of coffee.
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