Ray Routhier – Page 41 – Lewiston Sun Journal

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.

Maine

Cellardoor Winery permanently closing Portland location

by Ray Routhier September 11, 2020September 11, 2020

The Thompson’s Point venue will close Sept. 30, while Cellardoor’s Lincolnville location remains open.

Things to Do

With precautions in place, apple picking is on

by Ray Routhier August 31, 2020September 3, 2020

Maine’s apple orchards are open this fall, with some new rules, offering plenty of fresh air and fruit.

Arts & Entertainment, Maine

New movies, and safety protocols, are coming to a Maine theater near you

by Ray Routhier August 18, 2020August 18, 2020

Several more Maine movie theaters, including Cinemagic and Regal locations and the Nickelodeon in Portland, plan to reopen Friday.

Arts & Entertainment

Going home to a papermaking past, Maine native embarks on a deeply personal journey

by Ray Routhier August 16, 2020August 15, 2020

Kerri Arsenault, who grew up in Rumford-Mexico, draws attention to a Faustian bargain with her investigative memoir.

Maine

License plates, pet names and maybe babies will be lasting reminders of pandemic

by Ray Routhier August 10, 2020August 12, 2020

Some people are naming pets to recall the joy they’ve brought during a dark time, others have vanity plates that show frustration, and we all might be seeing babies with names like Hope and Patience soon.

Arts & Entertainment

Maine native a handy man to have around Hollywood

by Ray Routhier August 2, 2020August 3, 2020

Buxton native Jeff Davis has been living his dream in Hollywood for nearly 30 years, playing character roles in a wide variety of TV shows and films while also working as a home repairman to the stars.