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Some New Hampshire Residents Turn to Massachusetts for Psychiatric CrisesBy Dianne Finch on Wednesday, July 2, 2008.This week Catholic Medical Center in Manchester officially closed its inpatient psychiatric unit. They cited underutilization as the reason for the closure, but several studies reveal rising needs for mental health services in New Hampshire. The problem is severe enough that many patients are heading to Massachusetts to find the help they need. listen:
  The Future of New Hampshire’s WaterBy Laura Knoy on Friday, July 25, 2008.As New Hampshire grows we’re learning more about the hazards facing water quantity, quality and infrastructure and are exploring new ways to combat them. Hydrologists, environmentalist, inventors, and water groups are working hard on this effort, thinking up new technologies, new ideas and new plans so we’ll have enough clean potable water for our future. We conclude our series by exploring the future of our state’s drinking water and what some in the state are doing about it. Guests
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The Lonesome Whip-poor-willBy Scott Fitzpatrick on Friday, July 25, 2008.The whip-poor-will is not as pervasive in New Hampshire as it once was, but as Scott explains it's no less awe-inspiring. listen:
Which State Has More Bald Eagles, NH or VT?By Kevin Forrest on Friday, July 25, 2008.A friendly rivalry exists on each side of the Connecticut. Residents in the Green Mountain and Granite States love to compare the two. But when it comes to nesting pairs of bald eagles, there’s no contest. The Vermont Standard’s Kevin Forrest reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Managing Storm WaterBy Abby Goldstein on Thursday, July 24, 2008.
Researchers like James Houle, program manager and outreach coordinator at UNH’s Storm Water Center, are looking at ways to reduce that impact. (Photo by Toni Verdú Carbó) listen:
The History of the JokeBy Abby Goldstein on Thursday, July 24, 2008.Most actors will tell you that drama is easy - that the hardest thing to do well is comedy.
Jim is a contributor to The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, and a collector of jokes. He joins Word of Mouth with more on the history and evolution of the joke. (Photo by berlintapes) listen:
Predicting SuicideBy Abby Goldstein on Thursday, July 24, 2008.Four years ago, Eric Bebergal tried to kill himself by wrapping wire around his neck and attaching it to a closet pole. His wife found him passed out on the floor. He was admitted to the emergency room at Mass General Hospital, and was released the next day. A few weeks later, Eric attempted suicide again, and this time succeeded. He was 46 years old.
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Using the River Bed as a Natural FilterBy Sam Evans Brown on Thursday, July 24, 2008.River Minute Number 5 listen:
When the Merrimack Changed its CourseBy Sam Evans Brown on Thursday, July 24, 2008.River Minutes Number 4 listen:
Controlling Runoff - Saving CashBy Sam Evans Brown on Thursday, July 24, 2008.River Minute Number 3 listen:
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Scientists at the University of New Hampshire are studying storm water - where it goes, and how to manage it. Turns out, every time we construct a new building or lay down a new parking lot, we change its natural flow. Runoff from our man-made structures collects pollution, then flows directly back into our rivers, lakes and ponds. 
Humor lives in the moment and the more you take it apart, the less humorous it becomes. But despite the fact that jokes have been around for thousands of years, there has never really been a scholarly understanding of this art form. In his new book, 
Peter Bebergal wrote a