Standish’s Curtis Hussey, who wrestles as Fandango, said it’s always fun to perform in front of family and friends.
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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Fire destroys Sidney home Sunday morning; residents safe
The cause of the blaze that destroyed the home of Douglas and Wendy Brazz is unknown.
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People celebrate Old Hallowell Day with a parade
The annual celebration featured a race, countless food options and a fireworks display.
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Gardiner teen to make her amateur boxing debut Saturday
Katie Baker, 17, a world champion martial artist, also is training for the first bout of her mixed martial arts career.
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Collaborative workspace coming to downtown Augusta
The second floor of the Riverview Terrace building on Water Street is being converted into space for people who don’t want the cost of a private office.
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Hallowell Council approves Stevens School ordinance changes
The changes will allow owner Matt Morrill to begin marketing the property to potential developers and tenants.
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Hallowell City Council expected to vote on Stevens School ordinance changes
Monday’s meeting also will include the second reading of the municipal budget, which would increase nearly 5 percent.
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Lithgow Public Library in Augusta preparing to move back home
The newly renovated library will open in August after a renovation and expansion project that was finished two months ahead of schedule.
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Permit denied for homeless female veteran housing in Augusta
The Betsy Ann Ross House of Hope is expected to provide housing for up to nine female veterans and their children, but organizers need to get city permission before any more work can be done to the house.
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Amateur radio operator teaches campers in Winthrop about life before cellphones
Ham radio operator Jack Schrader explained the technology behind and the uses of ham radios to more than 30 campers at the YMCA Camp of Maine.