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ArchivesBehind the Scene with NASCAR FamiliesBy Rachel Estabrook on Friday, July 30, 2004.A week after competing in Loudon NASCAR drivers are in Pennsylvania this weekend for the series' next race. For most of them, their families are also back on the road after a few days at home. NHPR's Rachel Estabrook spoke with two family members of racers who've seen the country one racetrack at a time. listen:
 Maine Sentencing Options Ease Jail CrowdingBy Jeanne Baron on Friday, July 30, 2004.According to the latest federal statistics, New Hampshire has the lowest rate in New England of people behind bars or under parole or probation. But among the people under any form of correctional supervision, New Hampshire puts the highest percentage in jail or prison. In Maine, non-violent offenders are spending less time behind bars, as jail administrators around the state take advantage of diversion programs now required by laws passed in the last legislative session. From Maine Public Radio, Jeanne Baron reports. listen:
John Lynch Stump SpeechBy NHPR Staff on Thursday, July 29, 2004.This week we're airing stump speeches by candidates for Governor. Tonight we hear from Democratic hopeful John Lynch of Hopkinton. Lynch spoke last week at a candidates' forum hosted by the New Hampshire Farm bureau and the New Hampshire Timberland owners association. listen:
Manchester's Mayor on Being a DNC DelegateBy Lisa Peakes on Thursday, July 29, 2004.Morning Edition Host Lisa Peakes talks with Manchester Mayor Bob Baines about this week's Democratic National Convention. Baines discusses his commitment to education through the democratic process and his impressions of the security measures in place around Boston. listen:
Londonderry Softballers Head to World SeriesBy John Walters on Wednesday, July 28, 2004.Tomorrow morning, a girls softball team from Londonderry is heading to Louisiana to play for the national title in the Babe Ruth League. The Londonderry Live Wires are aged 14 to 16 years old. They qualified for the World Series by winning the New England tournament. listen:
Prisoners Sue for Mental Health ServicesBy Rakhee Vemulapalli on Wednesday, July 28, 2004.Six inmates at the New Hampshire State Prison filed a lawsuit against the State for not providing adequate mental health services. Specifically, the suit charges that the State has failed to live up to a series of court settlements dating back to 1990. NHPR's Rakhee Vemulapalli reports listen:
Loud Pipes... and the Bikers who Love ThemBy Raquel Maria Dillon on Wednesday, July 28, 2004.The sounds of summer… children splashing in the pool, a gentle breeze in the trees, a drenching thunderstorm… and the roar of a motorcycle. Many people cannot understand the appeal of straddling a roaring engine that rattles windows blocks away. Their complaints have inspired law enforcement officers to crack down on loud motorcycles. But for some Granite Staters, revving up the Harley is essential part of the season. New Hampshire Public Radio's Raquel Maria Dillon has more. listen:
Paul McEachern Stump SpeechBy NHPR Staff on Wednesday, July 28, 2004.Democratic Gubernatorial hopeful Paul McEachern speaking at Canterbury candidates forum. listen:
Governor Benson Stump SpeechBy NHPR Staff on Tuesday, July 27, 2004.This week New Hampshire public radio is airing stump speeches by candidates for Governor. Today we hear from Republican Governor Craig Benson. Benson spoke last week at a candidates' forum hosted by the New Hampshire Farm bureau and the New Hampshire Timberland owners association. listen:
NASCAR Enthusiasts Head HomeBy Lisa Peakes on Monday, July 26, 2004.The pits have emptied and the wheels have come to a halt, marking another end to a NASCAR weekend at the New Hampshire International Speedway in Loudon. Pete Pistone of Racing One in Chicago talks with Morning Edition's Lisa Peakes about the evolving nature of NASCAR including the event's growing attraction to political parties and new sponsors. listen:
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