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ArchivesState Tests New Tool to Fight Invasive SpeciesBy Shannon Mullen on Monday, October 1, 2007.In New Hampshire’s battle against invasive species, the state has long treated its lakes and ponds with herbicides. The applications are effective, but controversial, because of their potential long term environmental impacts. So this past summer, the state has been testing a new tool that could reduce its reliance on chemicals. New Hampshire Public Radio Correspondent Shannon Mullen reports. listen:
  Folk Musician John GorkaBy Liz Bulkley on Monday, October 1, 2007.John Gorka's name is synonymous with modern folk music. Fans, musicians and critics alike rave about his clever lyrics, simple melodies and baritone delivery. Rolling Stone Magazine dubbed him "the preeminent male singer/songwriter of the new folk movement." But he doesn't let it go to his head. He'll join us in the studio to play a few songs and talk about his work and the buzz around it. ***This show originally aired February 1, 2007*** listen:
Dogs, Drugs and RightsBy Laura Knoy on Monday, October 1, 2007.On June 7, 2007, all 1,100 students at ConVal High School in Peterborough were unexpectedly taken out of class and brought to the football field as drug sniffing dogs inspected their lockers for possible contraband. Because of this incident, the New Hampshire Chapter of the ACLU has filed a suit against the town, its police and the school district claiming that this kind of search in unconstitutional. ConVal is not the first school in the state to conduct surprise searches and many are divided on this topic. Search proponents say it’s a necessary evil to fight drugs abuse in schools while those against it demand it violates students rights. We’ll look closer into this case, what’s being done in other schools and if these kind of drug searches are needed or go overboard. Guests
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Folk Show Playlist 9.30.07By Kate McNally on Sunday, September 30, 2007.With music from Bob Dylan, Garnet Rogers, Battlefield Band and more. This week Matt and Shannon Heaton join Kate in the studio. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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