Ray Routhier

Press Herald

Ray Routhier has written about pop culture, entertainment, music, TV and lifestyle issues for the Portland Press Herald since 1993. He is continually fascinated with stories that show the unique character of Maine’s people and places. The word he uses most for stories he’s drawn to is “quirky.” He’s written about the changing cable TV and Internet landscapes, and what those changes mean for the future of information and entertainment. He’s dug clams, raked blueberries and rode on the back of a garbage truck, all in pursuit of stories about real Mainers. He’s had a ball interviewing a range of celebrities from Anna Kendrick and Patrick Dempsey to Billy Joel and Tony Bennett. His passions, besides writing, include baseball history, old movies and “Jeopardy!” A native of Manchester, N.H., he graduated with a degree in political science from the University of New Hampshire. He lives in South Portland with his wife and two children.

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Published
December 28, 2014

Jamaican music pioneer sees Maine as ‘platform’ for next phase of his life and career

Glen DaCosta carries an infectious optimism that his music and his new friends will help him find his way, prompting many who meet him to ask, ‘What is a guy like this doing here?’
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December 23, 2014

Portland singer says he’ll appear on ‘American Idol’

Conor Leigh Tubbs performs locally as the female character Cherry Lemonade.
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December 11, 2014

Mainers in the movies fare well in Golden Globe nominations

Local talent shines in films such as ‘Into the Woods,’ ‘Olive Kitteridge’ and ‘Big Eyes.’
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December 8, 2014

Fifteen years in the making, new atlas tells Maine’s story with masterful depth, visuals

The book, dreamed up by a UMaine English professor and completed by colleagues after his death, covers 13,000 years of history and has more than 300 specially made maps.
Published
December 5, 2014

Maine’s Bob Ludwig in Grammy running again

The Portland mastering engineer won four awards last year and is nominated for five more this year.
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November 30, 2014

7 holiday shows to see in Greater Portland this season

The region’s holiday lineup offers traditional shows and new takes on beloved stories.
Published
November 27, 2014

Dick Matthews

The South Portland resident and volunteer for everything from Little League to the high school renovation project is one of our 2014 Mainers to be thankful for.
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November 25, 2014

Music and history are in perfect harmony during MikelParis’ stop in Portland

The musician films his latest online video in the Maine Historical Society’s library before Tuesday night’s concert at the State Theatre.
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November 24, 2014

Portland Lullaby Project to showcase the words of expectant mothers

The project, launched by the Portland Symphony Orchestra, will culminate with a free 2015 Mother’s Day concert.
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November 12, 2014

Patrick Dempsey to receive award for his work on cancer care

As he visits Maine to be recognized and bring attention to his cause, the actor says he plans to leave ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ soon for new career challenges.

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