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Story Archives of 'Durham'Paul Makes His Case To UNH StudentsBy Roger Wood on Friday, November 9, 2007.Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul campaigned on familiar themes during a stop at the University of New Hampshire Friday. NHPR Correspondent Roger Wood reports. listen:
  College Town Businesses Cry FoulBy Dan Gorenstein on Wednesday, January 25, 2006.Some lawmakers are concerned New Hampshire universities and colleges aren't paying their fair share of the local services they use. A new bill would tax on-campus businesses- like dining hall providers and hotels- to provide those communities with a new revenue stream. New Hampshire Public Radio's Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
Bad Girl of PotteryBy John Walters on Thursday, December 23, 2004.For more than 30 years, ceramic artist Jane Kaufmann has been firing clay at her home studio in Durham. Her work is by turns political, whimsical and personal. We talked to her last November about her then new works about �Bad Girls� � notorious women from history. She makes a variety of items, from orbs to story towers to finger puppets� but no bowls, plates or coffee mugs. She was a lot of fun to talk to so we decided to bring you that interview again. listen:
The Great Bay Oil Refinery FightBy John Walters on Tuesday, March 9, 2004.Imagine the Great Bay in Durham as home to the world's biggest oil refinery. It's hard to picture now, but in 1973, Aristotle Onassis, with the support of governor Mel Thompson and Union Leader publisher William Loeb, tried to make it happen. A group of dedicated citizens fought the plan and won 30 years ago this month. Durham resident and political activist Dudley Dudley, who was the town�s freshman representative at the time, recounts the story. listen:
Dems Debate in DurhamBy Dan Gorenstein on Wednesday, December 10, 2003.The nine Democratic candidates for President faced off at UNH last night. Most of the ninety minute debate centered on the war in Iraq. With less than 50 days before the election, a recent poll suggests about one quarter of likely voters remain undecided. New Hampshire Public Radio's Dan Gorenstein spoke with some still uncommitted after the debate. listen:
Primary Debate RecapBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, December 10, 2003.Tuesday night, all nine major Democratic candidates running for President will debate the issues on the campus of the University of New Hampshire. We'll go over who came out on top, who didn't, what major issues were raised and how these debates are shaping our opinions of the candidates with only a month and a half before the New Hampshire Primary. Laura's guests are Dante Scala, Associate Professor of Politics at Saint Anselm College, Paul Barresi, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Southern New Hampshire University and Scott Spradling, Political Director of WMUR-TV and one of two panelists for last night's debate. listen:
Bad Girls in CeramicBy John Walters on Thursday, November 13, 2003.For more than 30 years, ceramic artist Jane Kaufmann has been firing clay at her home studio in Durham. Her work is by turns political, whimsical and personal. Her most recent works are about "Bad Girls" - notorious women from history. She makes a variety of items, from orbs to story towers to finger puppets, but no bowls, plates or coffee mugs. listen:
Gay Bishop to Be Consecrated on SaturdayBy Raquel Maria Dillon on Friday, October 31, 2003.Gene Robinson, the first openly gay man elected to be an Episcopal bishop, is scheduled to be consecrated in Durham on Sunday. New Hampshire Episcopalians who don't approve of the new bishop will gather to pray in a nearby church. Already, conservative Episcopal groups are calling on local parishes, to organize dissenters against the Diocese. New Hampshire Public Radio?s Raquel Maria Dillon reports. listen:
UNH Summit on Student Drinking and ViolenceBy Roger Wood on Monday, September 22, 2003.The University of New Hampshire is moving forward with plans to minimize student disturbances in Durham. Over the weekend the University organized a summit to deal with crises like last Spring's riot after a hockey defeat. New Hampshire Public Radio Correspondent Roger Wood reports from Durham. listen:
Trees and Their AssociatesBy John Walters on Thursday, April 17, 2003.Durham resident Dr. Alex Shigo is one of the foremost experts on trees. He spent his career as a tree scientist with the Forest Service. Now in retirement, he?s very active as a writer and lecturer. His many books are widely used by foresters, but he?s also created controversy with some of his views on tree care. He talks about his career and tell us why it?s so important to touch a tree. listen:
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