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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PublishedOctober 18, 2021
Pay ‘Rent’ its due when farewell tour stops in Portland
Mainers attest to the enduring relevance of the 25-year-old, groundbreaking musical in advance of shows at Merrill Auditorium on Oct. 28-29.
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PublishedOctober 17, 2021
Alan Cumming’s takeaway after spending more time in Maine: ‘What’s not to like?’
The Broadway, TV and film star performs with Ari Shapiro in Portland on Friday, after hosting his Club Cumming on the Coast in Kennebunkport this summer. And he’d like to come back more.
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PublishedOctober 11, 2021
Chelsea Handler, and other comics coming to Portland, know laughing matters
The ‘Chelsea Lately’ star, who spent time in Biddeford during the pandemic, is among several comedians with shows in Maine this fall.
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PublishedOctober 10, 2021
After allegations, Mainers reconsider use of Facebook, Instagram
Some would like to stop using the social-media platforms in light of recent reports that management has ignored the harm they can do, but either rely heavily on them or feel they can be used for good as well.
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PublishedOctober 4, 2021
Pick a pumpkin or another one of these quintessential fall activities
With no restrictions on outdoor gatherings, this fall is full of things to do, including hiking, pumpkin picking and high school football games.
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PublishedOctober 4, 2021
Eat & Run: Flores does familiar dishes the Salvadoran way
The second, more spacious Congress Street location of the Salvadoran eatery opened in September.
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PublishedOctober 3, 2021
With its space restored and mission renewed, Waldo Theatre is ready for its encore
The 85-year-old Waldoboro venue, closed since 2014, has been refurbished and reopened by community members, who are hoping to make it an arts center and economic driver.
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PublishedOctober 2, 2021
Remains of World War II pilot from Maine finally back home
Ernest Vienneau was killed in 1944 and his body lost at sea. On Saturday he was brought home to Millinocket, where he will be buried on Oct. 9.
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PublishedOctober 2, 2021
COVID-19 outbreak at Cumberland County Jail lessens a bit
As of Saturday, 10 of about 75 staff members and eight of about 300 inmates were infected with the coronavirus, the sheriff’s office says.
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PublishedSeptember 27, 2021
Go out of the way to see this year’s foliage display
With more places to stay and stop, it’s easier to explore fall foliage in more remote parts of Maine, where forecasters predict brighter colors.
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