Spence ... you are correct. Poor choice of words on my behalf.
The purchase and sales agreement HAS been signed. I should have stated that the "real estate closing" for the paper mill property in Gorham is expected soon. This is consistent with the reports as presented by NH Public Radio, their web site and other newspapers covering this transaction.
Thanks for the clarification and sorry for any confusion.
Here is a good read for anyone interested in the original announcement.