The classic rock station’s Brian James leaves after 33 years on the air for a job in Augusta.
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 inArts & Entertainment, Business, Local & State, News
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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Posted inArts & Entertainment
In her latest storytelling pursuits, Maine author Tess Gerritsen finds worthy partners in crime
Her new book, ‘Choose Me,’ is her first collaboration with a co-author. And she’s teamed up with her son on ‘Magnificent Beast,’ a documentary film about pigs.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
‘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.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Mal Leary retiring after a 45-year career in journalism
The radio reporter has been covering Maine politics since the 1970s, including for several years as head of his own news service.
Posted inDo This
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.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Recorded in quarantine, Lula Wiles’ new album is out and getting noticed
The trio, who grew up in Maine, released ‘Shame and Sedition’ last month.
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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.
Posted inLocal & State, Outdoors
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.
Posted inDo This, Food
Eat & Run: Pick your own combo of Jamaican flavors at the Public Market
Get jerk chicken or pork, oxtail or curry patties and choose from sides like plantains and beans and rice at Yardie Ting.