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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PublishedJune 12, 2023
Pride events happening far and wide in Maine
There are new Pride celebrations this month in Gorham and Bath, plus parades, events and festivals in cities and towns all over the state. Portland’s parade is Saturday.
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PublishedJune 5, 2023
Women of letters: Gov. Mills and her pandemic pen pal inspire new book
Ashirah Knapp of Temple wrote weekly letters to Gov. Janet Mills during the first year of the pandemic. The letters are the basis for the book ‘In Other Words, Leadership,’ which goes on sale June 20.
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PublishedJune 5, 2023
Resurgam bringing ‘the party back to the Old Port’ on Sunday
The arts and music festival began last year on Thompson’s Point but has moved to edge of Portland Harbor, filling a void left when the city’s Old Port Festival ended in 2019.
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PublishedJune 3, 2023
Portland’s Exchange Street could be closed to traffic on Sundays this summer
The City Council is scheduled to act Monday on a proposal to close a block of the Old Port street to cars on Sundays June 16 to Sept. 23.
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PublishedMay 29, 2023
Find a state park that suits your camping style
The best spots for wildlife watching, ocean views, biking, hiking trails and more.
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PublishedMay 26, 2023
Renowned songwriter Joe Henry continues his musical self-discovery in Maine
The critically acclaimed musician, who moved to Harpswell in 2021, is revered by peers and critics for his evocative songwriting and has won three Grammys as a producer.
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PublishedMay 22, 2023
Eat & Run: Mitr in Portland puts a twist on Thai
Mitr Ping Yang Thai Kitchen on outer Congress Street serves up grilled meats and Thai street food.
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PublishedMay 22, 2023
Southern Maine’s fleet of mobile eateries keeps growing
A look at what seven new food trucks are serving up this summer.
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PublishedMay 18, 2023
Maine summer concerts selling fast, but there are alternatives
The dozens of rock and pop shows scheduled this year include Extreme, Dispatch, Dave Matthews, James Taylor, Gregory Alan Isakov, Rufus Wainwright, Goose and Santana.
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PublishedMay 8, 2023
From historic homes to an umbrella cover collection, seasonal museums bring infusion of culture and fun
The Ogunquit Museum of American Art and Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport are open now, with more opening around Memorial Day.
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