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 19, 2016
Bernie Sanders is coming to South Portland to promote his new book
Tickets include a copy of ‘Our Revolution: A Future to Believe In,’ but Sanders will not be signing books.
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PublishedOctober 16, 2016
Maine musicians helping each other onto national stage
Dave Gutter’s album collaboration with Aaron Neville and Lyle Divinsky’s gig as lead singer for funk band The Motet are both recent examples of how local connections have lead to opportunities in the wider musical world.
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PublishedOctober 8, 2016
At Willowbrook Museum Village, a chapter of history closes
News of the outdoor museum’s closing has brought a wave of visitors who, along with history buffs and teachers, say the 20-structure village will be impossible to replace.
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PublishedOctober 1, 2016
Former ‘American Idol’ judge, hit songwriter Kara DioGuardi of York has passion to help others
She is putting her experience and skills to work on New England Sings, a fundraiser set for Oct. 11 at the Ogunquit Playhouse.
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PublishedSeptember 28, 2016
With Willowbrook Village closing, another history-recreating complex hopes to take its place
19th Century Willowbrook Village in Newfield, which is shutting down Oct. 10 after 46 years, is donating most of its 5,000-piece collection to Curran Homestead in Orrington.
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PublishedSeptember 17, 2016
Portland company helping Baseball Hall of Fame put its 3.1 million-piece collection online
HistoryIT has been making the archives accessible – and searchable – for baseball fans everywhere. The first phase to be launched: Babe Ruth’s scrapbooks.
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PublishedSeptember 16, 2016
Documentary by Sea Dogs Chairman Bill Burke examines auto industry bailout
‘Live Another Day’ opens nationally Friday, and in Portland at Nickelodeon Cinemas on Temple Street.
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PublishedSeptember 4, 2016
‘A barber who writes’ draws inspiration from the people in his chair
Wth clippers in hand and always ready to talk writing, Joe Souza’s become the center of a local writers’ network.
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PublishedAugust 28, 2016
Music: Progressive metal band brings rock opera to Merrill in October
Dream Theater’s two-hour show ‘The Astonishing’ will tell the story of a dystopian America 300 years from now and the power of music to change it.
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PublishedAugust 14, 2016
Maine guitarist shares his long trip back from the brink of death
Jason Crigler’s recovery from a near-fatal brain hemorrhage is a testament to his strength, the support of his family and the power of music.
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