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ArchivesRepresentative Dennis KucinichBy Laura Knoy on Friday, August 22, 2003.At 31, he became the youngest person ever elected mayor of a major US city. 25 years later Dennis Kucinich hopes to become your president. We go past the issues to find out who Dennis Kucinich is - his admirations, his loves, his life experiences and how they have shaped his leadership and politics. listen:
 A Visit to the Northern Forest Heritage ParkBy John Walters on Friday, August 22, 2003.The Northern Forest Heritage Park is located in Berlin, just up the road from the pulp mill. It celebrates the history and the people of the North Country's logging industry. It's also part of an effort to diversify Berlin's economic base and to make it a tourist destination. We get a tour of the NFHP from director Dave Thurlow. listen:
Best New Hampshire Swimming HolesBy Doug MacPherson on Friday, August 22, 2003.It?s hard to imagine Summertime in New Hampshire without swimming. Most people are content to swim in the ocean or in a lake or even in a backyard pool. Then there are the self-described ?purists? -- those who will swim only in the fast- moving, pristine waters of what is traditionally known as a swimming hole. Pancho Doll is one such purist. He?s written a guide to swimming holes from Virginia to Maine. listen:
TurtleheadBy Iain MacLeod on Friday, August 22, 2003.By late August, your flower garden may look a little tired. Turtlehead not only flourishes at this time of year, it also attracts bumblebees and butterflies. Send your questions about nature in New Hampshire to somethingwild@nhpr.org. listen:
Campaign Softball TournamentBy Raquel Maria Dillon on Friday, August 22, 2003.Dean beat Lieberman. Edwards is out after losing to Gephardt. And Kerry slaughtered Graham 15-to-2? listen:
Mushroom BoomBy Lisa Peakes on Friday, August 22, 2003.NHPR's Morning Edition host Lisa Peakes talks with the president of the Sandwich Area Mushroom Club about how lots of heavy rains have affected mushroom growth. listen:
New Research on Maine's ShorebirdsBy Matthew Algeo on Friday, August 22, 2003.Research into the lives of seabirds off the Maine coast is yielding some interesting findings. Wildlife biologists studying terns, puffins and other species have discovered that the birds live longer - and travel farther - than previously thought. Maine Public Radio's Matthew Algeo recently accompanied researchers on a trip to a small island off the Maine coast. He prepared this report. listen:
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