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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PublishedJuly 19, 2021
Drink and eat in high style at these elevated establishments
In southern Maine, you can choose from several rooftop or raised bars and dining areas, including the newly opened Luna atop the Canopy Portland Waterfront hotel.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2021
‘The Guru’ signs off WBLM and heads for hometown station
The classic rock station’s Brian James leaves after 33 years on the air for a job in Augusta.
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PublishedJuly 13, 2021
Maine Public names its new president and CEO
Rick Schneider comes from Washington, D.C., with a long career in journalism, philanthropy and public broadcasting.
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PublishedJuly 11, 2021
In her latest storytelling pursuits, Maine author Tess Gerritsen finds worthy partners in crime
Her new book, ‘Choose Me,’ is her first collaboration with a co-author. And she’s teamed up with her son on ‘Magnificent Beast,’ a documentary film about pigs.
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PublishedJuly 2, 2021
‘Jeopardy!’ appearance fulfills Warren woman’s lifelong dream
Nanci Skinner, who works at the Shaw’s supermarket in Rockland, took big risks and rallied from third to first in Friday night’s episode, but lost when she missed the ‘Final Jeopardy!’ question.
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PublishedJune 29, 2021
Mal Leary retiring after a 45-year career in journalism
The radio reporter has been covering Maine politics since the 1970s, including for several years as head of his own news service.
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PublishedJune 28, 2021
Fourth of July fireworks are back in many Maine towns. Here’s where to watch
There will be displays over Portland, Lewiston and Auburn, Bar Harbor, Clinton and Bailey Island, among others.
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PublishedJune 27, 2021
Recorded in quarantine, Lula Wiles’ new album is out and getting noticed
The trio, who grew up in Maine, released ‘Shame and Sedition’ last month.
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PublishedJune 13, 2021
With two movies now showing and one on the way, Portland cinematographer is having a blockbuster summer
Alice Brooks shot two major films in theaters now, ‘In the Heights’ and ‘Queen Bees.’ A third – ‘Tick, Tick…Boom!’ – is due out later this year.
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PublishedJune 13, 2021
After a hiatus for many, Maine summer camps to open almost like normal
Some restrictions will remain and hiring has been a struggle, but it won’t hinder excited campers from getting back to the places they love.
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