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ArchivesUS Internet Connection Lag Behind Other NationsBy Amy Quinton on Friday, June 29, 2007.A new nationwide report by the Communications Workers of America shows high speed internet connections in the United States lag far behind other nations. The report, which also compared states, ranked New Hampshire 8th in the nation. But that’s still twice as slow as other top-ranked states. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports. listen:
  Medicare to Withhold Payments to Hospitals for Infecting PatientsBy Dianne Finch on Thursday, June 28, 2007.Under a new federal law, New Hampshire’s hospitals will soon pay a financial price if a patient picks up an infection during a hospital stay. For Medicare and Medicaid patients, Washington plans to stop paying hospitals for treating illnesses acquired at hospitals. New Hampshire hospitals are concerned about how the plans would be implemented, but some say it could help improve quality. NHPR’s Dianne Finch reports. listen:
Law Enforcement Busts 20 for Child PornographyBy Dan Gorenstein on Wednesday, June 27, 2007.State law enforcement has announced the arrest of 20 individuals for trading images of child sex abuse online. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein has the details A warning - this story contains graphic language that is not suitable for some listeners. listen:
Local Zoning Laws Hinder Wind PowerBy Brian Early on Wednesday, June 27, 2007.A new law that will go into effect next month will require the state to get at least twenty-five percent of its energy from renewable sources by twenty-twenty-five. But for individuals who want to tap into cleaner, greener technologies, it might not be so easy. As NHPR Correspondent Brian Early reports, the town of Amherst is refusing to let one man create his own energy from windmills. listen:
Seacoast Charter Struggles For FundingBy Sheryl Rich-Kern on Tuesday, June 26, 2007.New Hampshire’s first charter school opened its doors three years ago. There are now fourteen approved charters - they rely solely on state adequacy aid and federal start-up grants. But the start-up money is running out, making it difficult for institutions like the Seacoast Charter School in Exeter to stay afloat. NHPR Correspondent Sheryl Rich-Kern reports. listen:
Businesses Reduce Energy UseBy Dan Gorenstein on Monday, June 25, 2007.Weather forecasters predict New Hampshire will see its first summer heat wave this week. That means the inevitable spike in energy demands from homeowners and businesses alike. But while energy use is expected to grow annually, New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports that some energy conservation programs aimed at businesses seem to be working. listen:
Lawmakers Come to Education CompromiseBy Dan Gorenstein on Friday, June 22, 2007.New Hampshire lawmakers have reached a compromise on the definition of an adequate education. Now the full House and Senate must sign off. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports that leadership in both chambers expects that to happen. listen:
Obama Calls For "Sweeping" Ethics ReformBy Josh Rogers on Friday, June 22, 2007.Speaking in Manchester this morning, Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama said if elected he would lead the most sweeping ethics reform in United States history. New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers reports. listen:
Political Beliefs Forged in War: A Primary Place ReportBy Jon Greenberg on Friday, June 22, 2007.The Iraq War plays a pivotal role in this presidential election. Our opinions about the war can be shaped by many things – our sense of America’s role in the world or if we have a child or spouse serving in the military. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Jon Greenberg met a woman whose attitude towards Iraq was forged during the Second World War and it has determined her choice of presidential candidate. She lives in Exeter, the town we are following in our series, Primary Place. listen:
New Law's Solar Energy Requirement Sets PSNH on EdgeBy David Darman on Thursday, June 21, 2007.New Hampshire’s new Renewable Portfolio Energy law requires utilities begin buying power from renewable sources starting next year. Eventually that power could come from wind, biomass or hydro sources. It also requires solar energy to be part of the renewable total. The state’s largest utility says the solar goal is probably unrealistic. But state officials, environmentalists and the solar industry disagree. New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more. listen:
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