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.
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PublishedMay 21, 2015
Cast and crew members turn out for killer premiere of Maine-made movie
The romantic comedy ‘Night of the Living Deb,’ directed by York native Kyle Rankin, was filmed all over Portland last summer.
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PublishedMay 20, 2015
Mainers felt the impact of David Letterman’s comedic power
The late-show host for 33 years, who is bowing out Wednesday night, put Bangor in the spotlight, inspired a talk-show creator and gave Bob Marley’s career a boost.
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PublishedMay 18, 2015
Old Port Weekend expands to four days
The festival adds evening concerts on the Maine State Pier by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, The Wailers and David Gray and puts renewed focus on local businesses.
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PublishedMay 13, 2015
‘No sadness, all cheering,’ says Maine’s ‘Survivor’ after falling short of finals
Dan Foley of Gorham, eliminated in Wednesday night’s episode, was one of the last six people vying for the $1 million prize.
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PublishedMay 6, 2015
Gorham’s Dan Foley advances to the final 6 on ‘Survivor’
Foley nearly got voted off at the end of Wednesday’s episode, but survived because a more physically fit contestant was seen as more of a threat.
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PublishedMay 3, 2015
Former Sen. George Mitchell delves into Maine childhood in his new memoir
In ‘The Negotiator,’ on sale Tuesday, he tells stories of growing up working class in Waterville and about learning to listen.
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PublishedMay 3, 2015
Johnny Mathis, 60 years as a star and keeping it fresh
The singer, coming to Merrill Auditorium next Sunday, has not only stayed popular with those long-familiar with him but also with younger artists he’s now collaborating with.
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PublishedApril 30, 2015
Maine fans of ‘Down East Dickering’ working to rescue reality show from scrap heap
The Facebook page ‘Bring Back Down East Dickering’ has more than 6,000 ‘likes,’ and an event with cast members is planned May 17 in Windham.
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PublishedApril 29, 2015
Gorham’s Dan Foley proving he’s got a knack for ‘Survivor’
The postal worker, who waited years to get on the show, survives the season’s 11th episode and moves closer to the $1 million prize.
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PublishedApril 15, 2015
Maine contestant finds ‘Survivor’ dream comes with nightmares
Dan Foley is criticized for being hard on other cast members, but says he’s being unfairly portrayed. Acquaintances say he’s a kind guy and great friend.
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