Business owners along the corridor are happy to see the end of the $4.3 million construction project.
Jason Pafundi
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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Former Gardiner official now leading Hallowell as city manager
Nate Rudy spent time in Gardiner and for a nonprofit in Waterville before taking the Hallowell position last month.
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Hallowell Planning Board recommends ordinance changes after four-hour meeting
The changes made to ordinances governing the Stevens School district will help its new owner market the property to developers and potential tenants.
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Hundreds remember Sidney girl during barrel race
Halee Cummings was killed in an ATV accident in September and had won numerous barrel racing championships across the East Coast.
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Fireworks enthusiasts flock to Pyro City in preparation for July 4
A national pyrotechnics organization said fireworks sales for the 2016 season could exceed $800 million this year.
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Hallowell Planning Board discusses proposed Stevens School ordinance changes
Matt Morrill, the property’s owner, wants to start marketing the campus to developers and potential tenants.
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Wildlife agency answers questions about harvesting project in Hallowell
The project at the Jamies Pond Wildlife Management Area includes cutting trees in order to promote habitat growth for several species.
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Kennebec Pizza to reopen Friday, feature later weekend hours
New owner Kevin Hachey said he hopes to eventually expand the menu to include sandwiches, beer and wine.
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Wildlife agency hosts site walk at Jamies Pond in Hallowell
Officials hope the informational meeting set for Wednesday provides background and details on the upcoming Jamies Pond timber harvesting project.
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Stevens School owner hosts site walk at Hallowell campus
More than 40 people listened to and saw Matt Morrill’s vision for the 54-acre property he bought in April.