December 12, 2025

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Who is Gail Csoboth, known as “Madame,” in Maine State Ballet’s annual production of “The Nutcracker”?

The longtime costume and scenic designer The choreographer The company’s lead dancer

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Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School in Brunswick recently built a new playground. What makes it unique?

It’s the largest playground in Maine It’s designed with natural elements like boulders, plants and logs It’s entirely indoors

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Why are Washington County property taxes poised to jump?

The state eliminated all law-enforcement funding for the county Voters approved a costly new jail construction project Voters rejected an $11 million bond to cover a budget hole, pushing costs into next year

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Which kinds of requests are showing up more on Maine “giving trees” this season?

High-end electronics such as tablets Candy and other sweets Household basics like toothpaste, paper towels, and detergent

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On prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, who leads Maine’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary?

Graham Platner Janet Mills Susan Collins

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Why are resale and thrift shops across Maine especially popular for holiday shopping this year?

They’ve expanded their hours and added more parking They offer affordable, unique and locally sourced gifts They're the only place to find brand-new designer items

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