Ray Routhier writes about pop culture, entertainment, music, TV and lifestyle issues. In more than 23 years at the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, he has been 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 daughters.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2023
Waterville authors’ marriage has stood the test of time – and deadlines
Sharon Lee and Steve Miller have co-authored science fiction novels and stories for more than 35 years. Their 25th Liaden Universe novel came out in July, and they’ve collaborated on 100 works in all.
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PublishedAugust 6, 2023
South Portland native writes about life before and after becoming ‘Bernie’s Mitten Maker’
Jen Ellis, who lives in Vermont, gained fame in 2021 when Bernie Sanders wore her mittens at the presidential inauguration. She’ll speak about her book, ‘Bernie’s Mitten Maker,’ on Wednesday at Longfellow Books in Portland.
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PublishedAugust 6, 2023
Home AC units – in Maine, all the cool kids are using them
Air conditioning has long been considered unnecessary – even luxurious – for many Mainers. But as summers get hotter, the need for cool, dry homes is creating converts.
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PublishedJuly 31, 2023
Maine actors say strike is about getting streaming services to play fair
Most union actors rely on residual pay from past work, but streaming services use a different payment model than the one broadcast networks have long used.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2023
Third ‘Fool’ novel helps author Richard Russo hold on to his father
‘Somebody’s Fool’ is part of a series that began some 30 years ago and focused on a character based on the Portland author’s father. It goes on sale Tuesday.
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PublishedJuly 20, 2023
The master of mastering albums, Portland’s Bob Ludwig is retiring after 50 years and 13 Grammys
A mastering engineer, he has worked with hundreds of stars, including Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons and Mariah Carey.
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PublishedJuly 17, 2023
How to make every minute count at the Yarmouth Clam Festival
One of Maine’s signature summer events opens Friday, and you’ll have no trouble finding lots to see and do the whole time you’re there, no matter how short or long your stay.
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PublishedJuly 9, 2023
Lewiston author plays key role in new Rock Hudson documentary
The HBO film ‘Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed’ relies heavily on research by Mark Griffin of Lewiston.
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PublishedJuly 7, 2023
Fight with stranger led to teen’s shooting in Naples on July Fourth, mother says
Shauna Palanza says her son Tyler Fusco came to a friend’s aid moments before the attack. She believes that the suspect should be charged with attempted murder.
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PublishedJuly 3, 2023
Maine’s fair season is just heating up. Here’s where to go
Plus, tons of other organized family fun, including food-centric festivals and community celebrations.
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