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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PublishedFebruary 27, 2021
Maine funeral home worker charged with stealing wedding ring
Stuart Weston, 51, of Sanford was arrested and charged with felony theft for allegedly stealing the ring of Laura Wood, who died in January at age 102, when he came to pick up her body at a Saco nursing home.
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PublishedFebruary 22, 2021
Cinemagic closes theaters permanently, leaving more than 30 movie screens in southern Maine dark
Cinemagic will not reopen its 8 theaters in New England, including multiplexes in Saco, Westbrook and South Portland, but other theater operators believe moviegoing will make a comeback.
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PublishedFebruary 22, 2021
Three-course meal to go? That’s one of the options during this year’s Maine Restaurant Week
During the pandemic, the focus will be on what restaurants are offering, including some three-course dinners for takeout and outdoor or indoor dining.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2021
Yarmouth Clam Festival canceled for second year in a row
Festival organizers decided the July celebration could not go on as scheduled.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2021
Stormy weather cancels Tuesday vaccine clinics
MaineHealth will close or delay the openings of vaccine clinics around the state Tuesday because of predicted snow and sleet.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2021
Monday’s COVID-19 case count continues to remain low, Maine CDC reports
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday reported 150 new cases and no deaths.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2021
Where to take a mid-winter getaway without leaving Maine
Take a break from the pandemic by visiting a different area of the state, whether your thing is scenic drives and small-town charm, or skiing, hiking and snowmobiling.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2021
From ‘Love Is Blind’ to a new book deal, Maine native Cameron Hamilton and wife, Lauren, continue to share their story
Married for two years since meeting on the Netflix dating show, the Atlanta-based couple has a YouTube show and a book coming out this summer.
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PublishedFebruary 3, 2021
Cinemagic closing its movie theaters until spring
The New Hampshire-based chain has locations in Saco, Westbrook and South Portland.
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2021
Where to get out and get active during the long Maine winter, weather or not
Winter during the pandemic is the time to get outside and skate, ski or snowshoe, so here are some places to go when conditions are right.
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