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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PublishedDecember 26, 2015
Hallowell continues to explore fire station options
The current building was built in 1829 and is not suitable for a modern fire department, city officials say.
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PublishedDecember 25, 2015
Police: Deaths of young couple in Manchester suspicious
The bodies of Augusta residents Eric Williams and Bonnie Royer were found early Friday morning in a parked sport utility vehicle along Sanford Road, Maine State Police said.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2015
Augusta project to receive $500,000 for homeless housing
Community Housing of Maine will purchase and renovate the building at 1 Noyes Court, which will permanently house homeless individuals.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2015
Somerville family rebuilds after devastating February fire
The family, with support from relatives, friends and the community, is rebuilding their home and their lives with a new baby in hand.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2015
The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce opens new office on Western Avenue in Augusta
President and CEO Ross Cunningham said the increased visibility will allow the chamber to further promote local businesses.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2015
Bill Zima, new RSU 2 superintendent, makes strong impression with staff, students
The Chicago native, who took over the Hallowell-area district job in August, worked in wildlife conservation for Disney before becoming an educator.
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PublishedDecember 17, 2015
‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ opens to sold-out crowds at Regal Cinemas in Augusta
The theater had 12 showings Thursday and expected to sell most, if not all, of the tickets available.
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PublishedDecember 16, 2015
Religious leaders, others gather on Augusta’s Memorial Bridge to support ‘hope and love’
The vigil, intended to celebrate diversity in area communities, included people with candles and signs with themes celebrating peace and opposing discrimination.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2015
Dresden panel OKs Condon gravel pit application
Opponents of the gravel pit said they are concerned about the dangers of heavy truck traffic, among other issues.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2015
Winthrop company wins $250,000 grant for technology to prevent head injuries
The National Football League and two other groups sponsored the Head Health Challenge III to improve protective gear and playing surfaces.
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