MaineHealth will close or delay the openings of vaccine clinics around the state Tuesday because of predicted snow and sleet.
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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Old Orchard Beach man killed in Massachusetts crash
Joshua Avery, 42, died after a crash early Sunday on I-495 in Tewksbury.
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Monday’s COVID-19 case count continues to remain low, Maine CDC reports
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday reported 150 new cases and no deaths.
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Where to take a mid-winter getaway without leaving Maine
Take a break from the pandemic by visiting a different area of the state, whether your thing is scenic drives and small-town charm, or skiing, hiking and snowmobiling.
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In months of isolation, has the pandemic made the heart grow fonder?
Social isolation has slowed romance for some, by putting off weddings and making dating difficult, but it’s also intensified relationships, for better or for worse, pushing others to tie the knot or seek professional help.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
‘Alone’ winner from Maine brings his slingshot to new TV competition
Zachary Fowler of Union won $500,000 on the History Channel’s ‘Alone,’ and Thursday he’ll try for $100,000 on TBS’ ‘Go-Big Show’ by wielding a slingshot.
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Safe ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day, out and at home
Virtual and socially distant options for marking the occasion in Maine include artist-made love notes, romantic music, goat hikes, rom-coms and upscale takeout.
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Cinemagic closing its movie theaters until spring
The New Hampshire-based chain has locations in Saco, Westbrook and South Portland.
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Where to get out and get active during the long Maine winter, weather or not
Winter during the pandemic is the time to get outside and skate, ski or snowshoe, so here are some places to go when conditions are right.
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Run & Eat: Central Provisions serves up new sandwich menu with a touch of class
The Portland restaurant has reinvented itself for the winter, with a new takeout and delivery menu.