With the winter solstice fast approaching, it’s time to see the lights in Portland, Cumberland, Westbrook, Boothbay and Winthrop.
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
Maine actor Matthew Delamater raises the bar on his career with new Clooney film
After years of bit parts in TV and films, the Bridgton-based actor has a key role in director George Clooney’s upcoming film ‘The Tender Bar,’ which stars Ben Affleck.
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Posted inMaine Celtics, Sports, Things to Do
Maine Mariners and Maine Celtics are back in the business of family fun
After missing all of last season, both of Portland’s professional winter sports teams are back, providing a fun night out for the family.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Reaction to ‘American Pie’ singer’s tweet about gift from Taylor Swift ignores domestic abuse plea
Don McLean, who lives in Camden, says the pop star sent him flowers and a note after breaking his record for the longest song to hit No. 1 on music charts.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Supreme Court denies Maine Lobstering Union’s request to reopen closed area
The union’s members don’t know what legal steps they might take until they discuss the ruling with their legal team.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Actress who grew up in Waldo – without TV – now starring in a Hallmark Christmas movie
Heather Hemmens says her off-the-grid childhood helped her get the roles she has now, in Hallmark Channel’s ‘Christmas in My Heart’ and on the CW Network series ‘Roswell, New Mexico.’
Posted inThings to Do
Avoid the supply chain at these holiday craft fairs in Maine
The perfect gift might already be in reach, at an upcoming church craft fair or fine art sale.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
New record set Sunday for COVID hospitalizations in Maine
The state’s 249 hospitalizations surpass the previous high of 248 set Friday. The number of patients in critical care has also increased.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Maine Authors
Native authors share their culture through stories about Indigenous people in Maine
New books from the viewpoint of Maine’s Native peoples are out this year, and librarians are putting a focus on the subject area, including compiling reading lists.
Posted inThings to Do
It’s all about the little things at these trivia nights
The weekly tradition has returned to bars and restaurants around southern Maine.