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Granite State Delegation Backs Intel. Bill

By Priscilla Huff on Wednesday, December 8, 2004.

The US Senate today followed the House of Representatives and approved the
Intelligence Reform and Terror Prevention Act of 2004.

The bill grew out of the report by the 9-11 Commission, which called for sweeping changes.

And as NHPR Correspondent Priscilla Huff reports, the Granite State's delegation voted with the majority.

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The Art and Science of Bread

By John Walters on Wednesday, December 8, 2004.

Jeffrey Hamelman has been baking breads for more than 25 years. These days he braids the dough at King Arthur Flour in Norwich, Vermont. Hamelman has also created a book for home bakers and professionals which draws on his skills. We'll hear about the book, and Jeffrey's career, from his first apprenticeship, to a surprise victory at a world championship of baking.

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Older Drivers

By Laura Knoy on Wednesday, December 8, 2004.

It?s a sensitive issue, but an important one. Elderly drivers want to maintain their independence, but failing eyesight, slower reaction times and medical issues could make them unsafe on the roads. We?ll look at what?s being done to tackle this tough issue. Laura's guests are Peter Thomson, Coordinator for the NH Highway Safety Agency, Bob Denz, President for the NH Older Driving Coalition, and Dr. Gary Woods, President of the NH Medical Society.

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