Surprisingly scenic surroundings make good picnic spots.
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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Sox radio voices silenced
Because of contractual obligations, ESPN radio will tune out WEEI’s Dave O’Brien and Joe Castiglione in much of Maine.
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Red Sox radio voices silenced in most of Maine
Because of contractual obligations, ESPN radio will tune out Boston announcers Dave O’Brien and Joe Castiglione.
Posted inLife & Culture
Mike Doughty plays Port City Music Hall in Portland on Sunday
The founder of Soul Coughing comes to town solo but will perform an entire night of songs from his old band.
Posted inClose to Home, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Haunted walk scarier at new Kittery site
After 10 years of running it as a community-based event at his home, Steve Workman moves it to a commercial space but keeps the volunteer spirit.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Director and actor Linda Shary offers ‘Free Conversations’ to Portlanders
With a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, she sets out to see if people will turn off cellphones and converse.
Posted inLife & Culture
Black Crowes drummer recalls first Portland gig
The band will play Tuesday and Wednesday at the State Theatre.
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Milk Carton Kids to play at Empire in Portland Thursday
The acoustic folk duo will share the bill with Mike + Ruthy
Posted inMaine, News
Time Warner Cable’s reputation tarnished
A virtual monopoly in much of Maine has enabled the cable TV provider to get away with poor customer service, surveys suggest.
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Off Beat: Perfect Portlander Pageant Thursday at Mayo Street Arts
Contestants will test their knowledge of city history and trivia, and show off their Portland style