Even people who never played the lottery before are allowing themselves to dream a little.
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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Feeling the pull of ‘the Force’: ‘Star Wars’ exerts its cultural influence on the lives of Mainers
Over nearly 40 years, the film series has served as a cultural primer, a school-year equalizer, a shared family tradition, and a reminder of the simple joys of youth and a good story.
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Portland’s Bob Ludwig could win a Grammy Award for fifth straight year
He was nominated for two awards Monday, including Album of the Year for “Sound & Color” by Alabama Shakes.
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Amy Schumer show in Portland ended so early that many fans aren’t laughing
The comedian calls it ‘a rookie mistake’ and says she feels ‘horrible’ that some people felt shortchanged, but the venue says there will be no refunds.
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Military team to visit Maine, brief families of missing and collect DNA
About 200 people register to ask questions and hear what’s known about MIA service members from World War II and later conflicts.
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Game on: Marathon fundraiser will benefit Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital
People can participate at locations in Portland and Westbrook as part of a national day of gamer fundraising.
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Dentists Who Care for ME annual event set for Friday
Free services will be offered by dentists in Biddeford, Buxton, Damariscotta, Lisbon Falls, Portland, Scarborough, Skowhegan, South Portland and Yarmouth.
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Crowded lane: As more cyclists take to the roads, tension grows
Changes to state law that took effect this month aim to clarify the often-emotional relationship between bicyclists and drivers.
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Portland comedians turn entrepreneurs, organize their own funny business
After the loss of one big space like the now-closed Comedy Connection, shows put on by comics are popping up all over in small spaces, providing a laugh a minute.
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Salt documentary school, Maine College of Art proceed in partnership talks
Save Salt members are ‘encouraged’ that MECA’s leadership seems willing to listen to alumni’s concerns.