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Biologists Work to Bring Back Nighthawks to New Hampshire

By Amy Quinton on Tuesday, July 31, 2007.

Decades ago, hundreds of Common Nighthawks came to New Hampshire during the summertime to nest.

But biologists believe only about two dozen of the migrating birds now exist in the state.

As New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports, biologists are trying to bring back the bird by changing the composition of city rooftops.

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New Hampshire's New Rail Authority Has A Lot to Do to Bring Commuter Rail to Nashua

By David Darman on Monday, July 30, 2007.

New Hampshire has established a new Rail Authority to focus on bringing commuter rail to Nashua and Manchester.

This is something rail supporters have been working on for some time.

But establishing the Authority is just the first step.

A lot has to happen before anyone in New Hampshire will be able to hop a train in Nashua for Lowell or Boston.

New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more.

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Maine Finally Gives in to Genetically Modified Corn

By Sara Nics on Monday, July 30, 2007.

Maine used to be the only state in the country that didn't allow farmers to grow genetically modified b-t corn.

But that changed late last week.

The board of pesticides control has decided to register the insecticide-producing corn for cultivation in Maine.

Maine Public Radio's Sara Nics reports.

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One Man's Life Work: The Eastern Coyote

By Christina Russo on Friday, July 27, 2007.

Think about coyotes and you probably picture that denizen of the southwest roaming the hills and prairies looking for food.

But Coyotes were spotted in Grafton County more than 60 years ago, and New Hampshire wildlife experts assume they’re now in every county in the state.

Still, not many people study the Eastern Coyote – the one found here in New England.

NHPR Correspondent Christina Russo spoke with one man who does.

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Stakeholders Oppose Transportation Head's Proposals to Cut Highway Projects

By David Darman on Thursday, July 26, 2007.

New Hampshire’s Transportation Commissioner has announced that the DOT will need at least 35 years to complete all the road projects in the department’s Ten Year Plan.

And he said projects like the on-going Keene Bypass or widening of the Spaulding Turnpike should be scaled back or even eliminated.

But proponents of these projects say it’s way too early to give up on them

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StoryCorps: Douglas and Kathy Van Weelden

By Andrew Parrella on Thursday, July 26, 2007.

Douglas Van Weelden was a pilot in World War II, when he was shot down over Germany, captured and sent to a prisoner of war camp. His daughter, Kathy, asks him about his time there.

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Obama Knocks Clinton

By Dan Gorenstein on Wednesday, July 25, 2007.

Senator Barack Obama went after a political rival today in a speech in downtown Concord.

The Illinois Senator took shots at Senator Hillary Clinton’s position on international diplomacy as well as her ties to the Washington establishment.

New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports.

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Lawmakers Mixed on Stephen's Accomplishments At HHS

By Dianne Finch on Wednesday, July 25, 2007.

Health and Human Services Commissioner John Stephen has notified the governor that he plans to step down in mid-August.
That’s two months before his term officially ends.
Stephen’s supporters credit him for his work ethic, his dedication to reducing bureaucracy, and keeping within a tight budget.
But his critics are looking forward to the day when someone else is heading the state’s largest department.
NHPR’s Dianne Finch has more.

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McCain: Iraq War is Struggle Against Extremism

By Josh Rogers on Wednesday, July 25, 2007.

Campaigning in Manchester, Republican John McCain said setting a date for removing US troops from Iraq would lead to catastrophe.

New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers has more.

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StoryCorps: Ruth Smith

By Andrew Parrella on Wednesday, July 25, 2007.

Ruth Smith of Canterbury recalls an historic discovery on an historic day and how it shaped her teaching philosophy.

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