Ray Routhier

Press Herald

Ray Routhier writes about pop culture, entertainment, music, TV and lifestyle issues. In more than 23 years at the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, he has been 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 daughters.

Latest

Published
August 10, 2021

Fairs and festivals go on with few restrictions, but organizers are ready to change on the fly

Organizers of Maine’s seasonal fairs and festivals are watching COVID cases and guidance closely.
Published
August 2, 2021

Go wild for Maine blueberries this weekend

The first Maine Wild Blueberry Weekend – to promote one of the state’s most iconic foods – will be held at farms, restaurants and other spots around the state Saturday and Sunday.
Published
July 27, 2021

Apple Cinemas to reopen former Cinemagic locations in Westbrook, Saco

The company, which runs theaters in Connecticut and Massachusetts, is leasing the buildings and plans to reopen the theaters by the end of September.
Published
July 25, 2021

Movies are making a comeback at Maine theaters

Audiences are showing up for the summer’s blockbusters, and the shuttered Cinemagic locations are drawing interest from movie theater operators, but streaming options and health concerns still pose a threat.
Published
July 19, 2021

Brick Store exhibits art on mending, as the world begins to heal

Illustration Institute’s ‘The Art of Mending’ features works about practical, aesthetic and cultural mending at the Kennebunk museum through August.
Published
July 19, 2021

Eat & Run: Knightville knishery puts a new twist on the Jewish hand pie

BenReuben’s Knishery opened in May in South Portland.
Published
July 14, 2021

‘The Guru’ signs off WBLM and heads for hometown station

The classic rock station’s Brian James leaves after 33 years on the air for a job in Augusta.
Published
July 13, 2021

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.
Published
July 11, 2021

MYSTERY GUESTS: 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.
Published
July 11, 2021

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.