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ArchivesTaking the Measure of SchoolsBy Erica Erickson on Thursday, November 30, 2000.The state released report cards on each school. The report, available on the web, lets parents see how well their childrens' schools did on standardized tests and gives a peek into the resources each school makes available to students. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Cel Tower ControlBy John Walters on Thursday, November 30, 2000.The town of New London may have come up with a way to control the expansion of cellular communication towers. While federal law prohibits localities from banning new towers, it says nothing about whether they can limit the height. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Faster: The Acceleration of Just About EverythingBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, November 30, 2000.Author James Gleick says we are accelerating everything in our lives from prayer to family to work. As a result, he says, we are becoming an ever impatient society. Laura talks with Gleik about his new book Faster: The Acceleration of Just About Everything www.fasterbook.com. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Widening I-93By Josh Rogers on Wednesday, November 29, 2000.State transportation officials want to add lanes to I-93 between Manchester and the MA border. Mass transit alternatives are on the table, but lack the critical mass to move forward. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
More Growth at the Manchester AirportBy Trish Anderton on Wednesday, November 29, 2000.Airport officials seek approval to add more terminal space and a second parking garage. The estimated $123 million cost would be covered by airport fees and federal money. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Stephen RenoBy Laura Knoy on Wednesday, November 29, 2000.He's the new chancellor of the University system of New Hampshire. His office oversees policies that govern the system. We'll talk about college and university budgets, the overall goals of the system, and what he'll bring to the position. Laura Knoy is host. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
A New Helmsman in the NH SenateBy Doug MacPherson on Tuesday, November 28, 2000.GOP senators unanimously nominated Arthur Klemm of Windham to lead the senate. Democrats say they like the choice and are ready to back him in next week's formal vote. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
A Moose for Your CarBy Doug MacPherson on Tuesday, November 28, 2000.The state's first conservation license plate is now available -- in limited quantities. The plate features a moose by a lake and costs an extra $35. Proceeds go to protect endangered species and to preserve valuable land. More information. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
HMO Business in NHBy Laura Knoy on Tuesday, November 28, 2000.With only two major HMO's left in the state, employers and consumers are feeling squeezed by fewer choices and higher prices. But the industry says a small market combined with rising medical costs makes it hard to stay afloat. Laura talks with Clark Dumont, head of corporate communications for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of NH and Dawn Touzin, with NH Citizens Alliance. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Budgets and Submarine RacesBy John Walters on Monday, November 27, 2000.State agencies are asking for increases in the next 2-year budget. Doug Hall, Ex. Dir. of the NH Center for Public Policy Studies, says for most lawmakers, the budget process is almost invisible as thousands of line items are debated and resolved at the committee level. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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