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ArchivesNew Anti-Smoking Study Finds State LackingBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.Many people remain deeply troubled over the rise of healthcare costs. Researchers have known for years that the cheapest way to reduce costs is if people would drop their unhealthy habits. High on the list for changes is smoking. A recent national report says cigarette use is the leading cause of preventable death among women. And as New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports, the study finds most states could do a lot more to stop women from lighting up. listen:
 Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign LaunchedBy Lisa Peakes on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.NHPR's Lisa Peakes talks with Grace Mattern, Executive Director of The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, about the group's aim: to help the public identify the warning signs associated with domestic violence. Mattern says one in four women has been abused, but that abuse doesn't always manifest itself physically: listen:
Court Puts Manchester Fluoridation in LimboBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.The state supreme court today put Manchester�s drinking water fluoridation program in limbo. In a unanimous ruling, the high court said the city of Manchester should have sought local approval in the six towns served by the city water works before adding fluoridation chemicals. New Hampshire Public Radio�s Josh Rogers has more. listen:
Qualified Teachers Prove They're QualifiedBy Raquel Maria Dillon on Monday, September 29, 2003.Most of New Hampshire's public school teachers are already certified to teach in the state. listen:
Wesley Clark Campaigns in New HampshireBy Brian McWilliams on Monday, September 29, 2003.Democratic presidential candidate Wesley Clark was in New Hampshire Friday and Saturday. It was Clark's first visit to the Granite State since announcing his candidacy nearly two weeks ago. During visits to Manchester, Henniker, and Dover, Clark's mission was to woo new supporters. But as NHPR's Brian McWilliams reports, the 58-year-old former general was also here to thank the Granite state residents who played a key role in convincing him to run ... listen:
Court Ruling Shelves State's Do Not Call ListBy Dan Gorenstein on Friday, September 26, 2003.New Hampshire’s Do Not Call List was slated to begin next week. A recent federal court decision, however, has ruled the national no call registry unconstitutional. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein has more. listen:
Whole Pig Barbecues Ain't Just Southern AnymoreBy Rebecca Brown on Friday, September 26, 2003.New England may not be considered a hotbed of barbecue?but that image could be changing. Last weekend, the first ?organizers say hopefully annual?whole pig barbecue contest was held in Bradford Vermont. NHPR correspondent Rebecca Brown reports. listen:
Keyspan Asks Regulators for 27% Rate HikeBy David Darman on Thursday, September 25, 2003.Keyspan has asked state regulators for permission to raise natural gas rates by 27%. The company says it needs the rate hike to cope with huge spikes in the cost of gas. New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more. listen:
What Does the NH Delegation Think of the DeficitBy Shannon Mullen on Thursday, September 25, 2003.FISCAL 2003 IS NEARLY OVER AND THE COUNTRY IS FACING WHAT ECONOMISTS ARE CALLING A RECORD DEFICIT. FROM THE HALLS OF CONGRESS TO THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL, POLITICIANS ARE ARGUING OVER WHO’S RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL THE RED INK. NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC RADIO CORRESPONDENT SHANNON MULLEN CAUGHT UP WITH THE GRANITE STATE’S DELEGATION FOR THEIR TAKE ON THE NUMBERS. SHE FILED THIS REPORT. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Brotherhood of Plymouth, NHBy Lisa Peakes on Wednesday, September 24, 2003.NHPR's Lisa Peakes talks with Executive producer Michael Pressman about the show, and its presentation of rural life listen:
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