Sam Shepherd

Kennebec Journal

Sam Shepherd covers general news in the Hallowell and Farmingdale area. He grew up in Hallowell, attending Hall-Dale High School and later the University of Maine. He previously worked at the Mount Desert Islander in Bar Harbor before moving home to work for the Kennebec Journal in summer 2018. His interests include cooking, tracking down the best local food and drink and soccer.

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Published
May 4, 2020

Hallowell officials create small business ‘survival’ grant program

The fund for the grant, dubbed the “Hallowell Business Survival Grant Program,” would be supported by up to $15,000 drawn from unspent TIF funds.
Published
May 4, 2020

Windsor teacher’s 30 years of experience prepared her to tackle online learning challenge

Helen Beesley has been integral in making creative and motivating experiences for students during the coronavirus pandemic, according to RSU 12 Superintendent Howard Tuttle.
Published
May 4, 2020

Old Hallowell Day canceled for 2020 due to the coronavirus

The annual event, which has been held for more than 50 years, was canceled after a vote Saturday of planning committee members.
Published
May 3, 2020

Technology integrators help Hallowell-area schools connect teachers with students during COVID-19

Regional School Unit 2 Superintendent Mary Paine said the district’s three technology integrators are helping teachers offer the best education possible during the coronavirus pandemic.
Published
May 3, 2020

Hallowell fabric shop doing its part as one of central Maine’s essential businesses

WhipperSnappers Quilt Studio owner Lynn Irish say the process of applying to be an essential business took only a day.
Published
May 1, 2020

Central Maine churches getting creative to keep services going

Members of central Maine churches have gathered for Zoom and drive-in services for community connection.
Published
April 29, 2020

Old Hallowell Day could be canceled after committee vote Saturday

The city’s Board of Health recommended against hosting the large celebration at its Tuesday meeting, but the planning committee will conduct a final vote Saturday.
Published
April 28, 2020

Chelsea officials begin drafting town office reopening plan

Ideas for the plan include a barrier between the public and town staff, which could protect staff from ornery customers and disease.
Published
April 26, 2020

Hallowell candy shop closing to focus on online, mobile sales

Scrummy Afters owner Hilary Vellani said the business will focus on its online and mobile sales in the future.
Published
April 23, 2020

Former Augusta firefighter Charlie Hopper dies of COVID-19 at 78

Hopper died April 17 at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, with his wife, Ann, by his side.