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ArchivesWassau Plant in Groveton May Get a Second LifeBy Chris Jensen on Friday, September 5, 2008.The recent sale of the Wausau paper plant in Groveton has concerned local residents. They've been trying to figure out if the news is good or bad for the struggling village. State and local officials met with residents on Thursday to allay fears. NHPR correspondent Chris Jensen has the story. listen:
  Republican Candidates for the 2nd Congressional District DebateBy Amy Quinton on Friday, September 5, 2008.Candidates for New Hampshire’s 2nd congressional district also had their last debate before Tuesday’s primary. listen:
Republican CD1 Debate Features Arguments Over Earmarks and County Nursing HomesBy David Darman on Friday, September 5, 2008.Arguments over earmarks and county nursing homes have been the theme of the campaign between the two main Republicans competing in the First Congressional District. Jeb Bradley and John Stephen brought their positions on these issues to a televised debate Thursday on WMUR-TV. New Hampshire Public Radio’s David Darman has more. listen:
Looking to Stem SuicidesBy Dan Gorenstein on Thursday, September 4, 2008.New Hampshire has one of the highest suicide rates among 10-24 year olds in the country. Yesterday, the governor signed into law a bill to help the state improve its ability to prevent people from taking their own lives. Some advocates and state officials believe focusing on suicide will mean more money for substance abuse and mental health services. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
HIgh School Football Growing in PopularityBy Jim Jeannotte on Thursday, September 4, 2008.HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PRACTICE HAS STARTED. TEAMS ARE PREPARING FOR THAT OPENING KICK-OFF. AND THIS FALL IN NEW HAMPSHIRE, MORE SCHOOLS THAN EVER BEFORE WILL BE FIELDING VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAMS. NHPR SPORTS CORRESPONDENT, JIM JEANNOTTE REPORTS. listen:
The Cog Railway Up Mt Washington is Now Running on BiodieselBy Chris Jensen on Thursday, September 4, 2008.For 139 years the steam engines that have chugged up and down Mount Washington have marked their passage with huge clouds of black smoke. But that’s changing. A biodiesel is on the rails. NHPR correspondent Chris Jensen has the story. listen:
Van Pooling is Becoming More PopularBy Sheryl Rich-Kern on Wednesday, September 3, 2008.It’s a well-used cliché that Americans love their cars. But as gas prices have hit all-time highs, commuters have been finding alternatives to sitting behind the wheel. And that’s been good news for the van leasing business – not to mention the environment. NHPR Correspondent Sheryl Rich-Kern reports. listen:
Commission Looks to Publicly Fund ElectionsBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, September 2, 2008.Every member of the new Commission to study public funding for elections agrees; political campaigns in New Hampshire should be publicly funded. The struggle for commission members will be figuring out how to finance the system. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein has more. listen:
The Car GraveyardBy Jon Greenberg on Tuesday, September 2, 2008.Summer is the season of the vintage car. It's hard to miss the Chevys and Buicks, buffed to a high gloss, heading to one car show or another. It takes work to make them look that good. When their owners need to replace a fender or a bit of molding, they often end up at some pretty gritty junk yards. New Hampshire Public Radio's Jon Greenberg went to one of the last remaining sources in the state and found it had a rough beauty of its own. listen:
McCain Goes After Female VoteBy Dan Gorenstein on Friday, August 29, 2008.New Hampshire Republicans say there’s a lot to like about Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, Senator McCain’s running mate. New Hampshire Democrats like the pick too, although for entirely different reasons. The question in New Hampshire- a swing state- is whether selecting a female Vice Presidential candidate will help tilt the election to Republicans. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
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