Southbound lanes were closed for an hour and several people were taken to the hospital after witnesses said a speeding SUV was passing in heavy traffic.
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.
Posted inDo This
Desert of Maine’s new owners bring the arts, education and mini golf to the Freeport attraction
They’ve added new play areas and exhibits, luxury cabins and educational and arts programming to the 96-year-old tourist spot. A theater piece called ‘Caravan of Dreams’ opens on the dunes Saturday.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
South Portland actor who took off in original ‘Top Gun’ has left Hollywood behind
Whip Hubley played a hotshot fighter pilot in the 1986 movie but is in no hurry to see the sequel, which opens Friday. These days, he acts with southern Maine theater groups and works at a construction firm.
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Where to find the food trucks in southern Maine
If you don’t feel like scouring social media, head to Congdon’s After Dark in Wells, the new Cutter Street food truck lot in Portland or the Brunswick Town Mall where you’re sure to find a variety of mobile vendors.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
Vinalhaven shines, again, in Chris Van Dusen’s latest children’s book
When this Maine author gave island mishap a much closer look, he turned a true story about neighbors into a picture book.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Three people shot, including a young child, in Wells
One person is in custody, and Maine State Police are investigating the incident, which occurred Saturday afternoon in the York County town.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Bleachers’ bandmate plays hometown show and other summer concert highlights
Ghost of Paul Revere says goodbye, and Aerosmith comes to Bangor.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Maine Classic Car Museum displays designs from the ’50s by Biddeford artist
Rod Williams, who did illustrations for Ford and Chrysler, will be the subject of an exhibit opening Saturday at the Arundel museum.
Posted inLocal & State
After years of decline, Maine sees uptick in births
Some parents say the pandemic accelerated their plans to have children, contributing to a 4 percent increase in births from 2020 to 2021.
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Before returning to the State, Old Crow Medicine Show frontman reflects on how Maine has influenced his music
Ketch Secor owns a home on Chebeague Island and played on Portland street corners and clubs in the ’90s. He and his band will play the city’s State Theatre on Saturday.