The Cabin in the Woods, a 21-cabin facility on the Togus campus in Chelsea, is expected to open in July or August.
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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Togus employees donate toys to Salvation Army in Augusta
Nearly 200 local families will benefit from the board games, toy trucks and sporting goods that were delivered Friday.
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Hallowell leaders discuss bond packages at public workshop
The City Council will decide on how to request funds for projects including the redevelopment of Stevens Commons and the Water Street reconstruction.
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Warming center opens in Augusta as frigid weather hits central Maine
The center at 9 Pleasant St. provides a warm space, warm clothes and social interaction for people looking for a break from the cold.
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Long lines reported at Augusta post office as part of holiday rush
There are only seven shipping days left before Christmas, and the longer you wait, the higher the shipping cost.
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Turnpike authority planning to replace Winthrop Street Bridge in Hallowell
Despite requests by some to delay the project, the bridge will be replaced over a 55-day construction period late next year.
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Hallowell council holds off action on marijuana moratorium
The council will continue talking about how to approach the legalization of recreational marijuana at January’s meeting.
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Teacher, students learn about local WWII hero during project
History teacher Shane Gower visited the gravesite of Harvey Madore in France during a trip in July as part of the Understanding Sacrifice program.
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Marijuana, Stevens Commons and new legal services on Hallowell council agenda
The council will also discuss a bonding issue that would include funding for the Stevens Commons redevelopment and a potential housing market survey.
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Visitor experience upgrades launched at Maine State Museum in Augusta
Officials say the new digital information display and complimentary Wi-Fi on the museum’s entrance level keeps the museum moving forward.