Performances are scheduled next week in Sanford and Hiram, while the deaths of a Vermont man and his 8-year-old daughter are investigated.
Ray Routhier
Staff Writer
Ray Routhier has written about pop culture, movies, TV, music and lifestyle trends for the Portland Press Herald since 1993. He is continually fascinated with stories that show the unique character of Maine’s people and places. He’s written about why so many businesses use the made-up word “Mainely” in their names, how you can trace Portland’s history through its various smells and why Mainers lament the loss of Portland-made B&M baked beans. He’s interviewed a wide variety of filmmakers, actors, musicians and authors, including Patrick Dempsey, Tony Shalhoub, Richard Russo, Tess Gerritsen, Tony Bennett, Anna Kendrick, and Stephen King. His passions, besides writing, include baseball history, old movies and “Jeopardy!” A native of Manchester, New Hampshire, 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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Maine man’s low-tech political signs get high-tech exposure, and uproar ensues
The Boothbay Harbor resident’s messages about personal freedom and gun rights take on a whole new life when they’re suddenly posted on Facebook.
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Talks progressing for possible Salt, Maine College of Art merger
The partnership would allow the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies, which is scheduled to close in September, to remain open.
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Portland Lights Music Festival to move from prom to Maine State Pier
The event is scheduled for Aug. 8 and will feature six alternative rock bands, including Guster.
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David McCullough’s latest book takes flight with the Wrights
The book adds new dimensions to the aviation pioneers. He’ll talk about it this week in Camden, his part-time home, and Belfast.
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Maine magician Norman Ng makes magic by nurturing young son’s love for machines
Ng will demonstrate his skills on tonight’s episode of the CW TV show ‘Penn & Teller: Fool Us.’
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Salt Institute may merge with larger institution, alumni say
The Portland-based documentary studies program is scheduled to close in September.
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Follow MaineToday.com and go inland to find boat cruises
The state offers many opportunities to take in its scenic rivers and lakes. Here are a few.
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‘Industrial Musicals’ show at Space Gallery on Saturday puts spotlight on little-known genre
Portland’s Hank Beebe wrote musicals for years aimed at motivating salesmen at GE or GM with songs about cars, diesel engines and silcones.
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Tear-jerker for movie buffs: Portland’s rental mecca Videoport to close in August
Streaming technology spells the end for the Old Port landmark beloved by its loyal fans. The store’s 18,000-title DVDs will be donated to the Portland library.