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ArchivesFederal Farm Bill Matters in New HampshireBy Jon Greenberg on Wednesday, February 13, 2008.A new federal farm bill has been mired in a debate over subsidies to big agriculture. New Hampshire might not have a direct interest in that fight, but that doesn’t mean some people here aren’t keeping a close eye on what happens in Washington. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Jon Greenberg has more. listen:
  Making Music at the Manchester Community Music School Ben Swatko (left) making music at the Manchester Community Music School. (Courtesy New Hampshire Charitable Foundation) listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Waiting List for Housing Vouchers Continues to GrowBy Ellen Grimm on Wednesday, February 13, 2008.Some staggering numbers about the lack of affordable housing in Manchester came to light not too long ago. The waiting list in the Manchester area for those needing housing assistance has grown from about 1,900 to 10,000 households in just over seven years. That's a crisis for low-income wage earners, say local housing advocates. NHPR Correspondent Ellen Grimm reports. listen:
The Economic Impact of TourismBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, February 13, 2008.A nationally-known tourism expert joins us to talk about the economic impact of the industry on New Hampshire, whether it’s money spent at local establishments, job creation or generating tax revenue. Dr. Peter Tarlow will discuss the challenges and opportunities that communities face, in terms of geography, transportation, quality of life, entertainment and culture and how tourism impacts the economy, both directly and indirectly. And we’ll talk about his recommendations for how the Granite State can better position itself for economic success in tourism. We’ll also talk with the Director of Tourism for the state of New Hampshire about local efforts. Guests
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