Jason Pafundi, a native Floridian who moved to Maine from Los Angeles in August 2015 with his wife, covers Hallowell, Togus, education and religion. He began his career at the Kennebec Journal in November 2015 after freelancing for the Portland Press Herald for several months. Pafundi graduated from the University of Florida earlier this century and has taught high school English, coached varsity basketball and worked in media relations for the New York Rangers. The diehard Mets and Redskins fan is a sports, movies, music and television fanatic who enjoys discussing current events, history and pop culture. He’s attended two Super Bowls, two World Series, a Stanley Cup Final and has seen Elton John in concert 13 times and counting. Pafundi’s modest goals for 2017 including cutting back on his cheese consumption.
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PublishedJanuary 10, 2017
Thousands flock to Augusta for first day of Maine Agricultural Trades Show
The legalization of marijuana and its effect on the farming industry was also a popular topic on the trade show floor Tuesday.
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PublishedJanuary 10, 2017
Hallowell council gets update from parking, fire services committees
The council will hold a special meeting Jan. 26 to discuss a bond proposal and vote on the future of the city’s fire protection services.
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PublishedJanuary 9, 2017
Standing-room only crowd turns out for Hallowell council discussion of $2.36M bond package
The proposed bond includes funding for the Stevens School redevelopment and Water Street reconstruction project.
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PublishedJanuary 8, 2017
Hallowell city manager prepares for even busier 2017
Nate Rudy will be involved in many major decisions in Hallowell in the next few months that will affect the city for several decades.
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PublishedJanuary 7, 2017
Hallowell council set to tackle bonding, Stevens Commons at meeting
The meeting will begin with a joint workshop including the Planning Board to discuss the Stevens Commons master plan.
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PublishedJanuary 6, 2017
Hallowell resident opposing Stevens Commons bond sends mailer
Patricia Connors worries that the city is rushing to make a decision and wants more information about whether the developer is investing his own money into the project.
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PublishedJanuary 5, 2017
Rooftop snow in central and northern Maine almost at its max, officials say
Mainers already should be working to safely clear snow and ice from their roofs, according to state emergency management officials.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2017
Hallowell mayor looks back on year while looking ahead to busy 2017
Hallowell officials are expected to make significant decisions this year on a major bond proposal, the city’s fire protection services and downtown parking.
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PublishedJanuary 1, 2017
Hallowell set to inaugurate three new councilors Tuesday
In his annual address, Mayor Mark Walker will highlight the big decisions Hallowell leaders and residents will be making in the coming months.
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PublishedDecember 31, 2016
Increased staff at Togus, Hallowell redevelopment and new library programs top goals list
Local leaders have big plans for their cities, towns and organizations for 2017.
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