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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PublishedJuly 25, 2021
Movies are making a comeback at Maine theaters
Audiences are showing up for the summer’s blockbusters, and the shuttered Cinemagic locations are drawing interest from movie theater operators, but streaming options and health concerns still pose a threat.
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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 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 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 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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PublishedJune 5, 2021
Man seriously injured when motorcycle crashes in Standish
Ralph Belmont, 65, of Poland was taken to Maine Medical Center in Portland after the BMW he was riding struck a car on Route 113.
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PublishedJune 4, 2021
Portland to host fireworks, but with less fanfare, on Fourth of July
The city will hold the display near the Eastern Promenade but without the related activities held in past years such as vendors and music from the Portland Symphony Orchestra.
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PublishedMay 30, 2021
Former Marine finds new purpose, with help of Maine prison inmates and a dog named Fred
In his latest book ‘Second Chances,’ Craig Grossi writes about his and Fred’s work with inmates at Maine State Prison.
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PublishedMay 29, 2021
Mainers ready for outdoor parties and backyard barbecues, with some precautions
With the unofficial kickoff of cookout season this weekend, Mainers are deciding what measures to take to feel safe.
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