Why wait for the big fall fairs, when there’s tons of small-town fair fun happening all over the state in summer.
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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My Perfect Day: Maine children’s author would make stops at the farmers’ market, Fort Williams and Marden’s
Julie Falatko of South Portland, author of a dozen books, would also spend time in two Portland bookstores.
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Posted inDo This, Food
Sick of red snappers? Try an Icelandic hot dog instead
At Gunnar’s Icelandic Hot Dogs cart, the franks are made with lamb and the condiments include apple cider vinegar ketchup and a remoulade of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, capers and gherkins.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Waterville film festival at center of Maine’s cinematic universe
Highlights of this year’s Maine International Film Festival, starting Friday, are Dutch director Jos Stelling and the premiere of ‘Lost on a Mountain in Maine.’
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These Fourth of July events will start your summer with a bang
Celebrate our country’s birthday and the arrival of summer with parades, fireworks, festivals and outdoor concerts.
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The man who keeps star-spangled banners waving all over Maine
Just ahead of Independence Day, the general manager of Gorham Flag Center answers our questions about which flags fly higher, which are better for Maine’s windy weather and proper flag care and etiquette.
Posted inDo This, Guides
Here are 8 things to do with kids during summer vacation in Maine
Things to do for kids and families range from amusement parks and drive-in movies to day trips to museums or natural wonders.
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My Perfect Day: South Portland English teacher still gets an early start in summer
Tasha Graff would take an early-morning walk up Munjoy Hill in Portland and trips to Bath, Belfast and Peaks Island, then have a dessert and nightcap to wrap up the day.
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My Perfect Day: Deering High junior enjoys sweets, stage time and the sunset
Merritt Holman’s perfect summer vacation day includes volunteering at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine and an outdoor concert at Thompson’s Point.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Outdoors
A fictional dad and his daughter observe nestlings in this debut children’s book
Maine journalist Roger McCord’s ‘Flight of the Phoebes’ was inspired by his own family and a family of real-life phoebes.