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ArchivesOwner Found for Creek Farm in PortsmouthBy Doug MacPherson on Wednesday, May 31, 2006.A historic home in Portsmouth will be spared the wrecking ball. That's thanks to an agreement between the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests and the Shoals Marine Lab. NHPR Correspondent Doug MacPherson reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Teaching ScienceBy Shay Zeller on Wednesday, May 31, 2006.The results of a recent national science test show that Granite State students finished near the top of heap. Now education officials are looking at ways to build on that success and keep students on their game. We'll find out more, and we'll hear about a national effort led by Boston's Museum of Science to introduce more engineering and technology education into the curriculum. Our Guests Are: Ioannis Miaoulis, President and Director of the Museum of Science, Boston Jan McLaughlin, Science Consultant to the New Hampshire Department of Education Bill Church, Teacher of Physics, Physical Science, and Robotics at Littleton High School. Bill is also the 2005-2006 Christa McAuliffe Sabbatical Fellow. He's working on creating a model where elementary school teachers get up to date on technology through mentoring by High School Students. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Boys in Trouble?By Laura Knoy on Wednesday, May 31, 2006.The Gender Gap Turned On Its Head! Thirty years ago, boys were ahead of the class when it came to academics- from first grade to college commencement. But these days it’s girls who are their class valedictorians…and boys are said to be lagging behind. We’ll look at possible reasons for this flip-flop and what some educators are doing about it. Laura's guests are Dr. Michael Thompson, consultant and psychologist specializing in children and families who has written several books, including "Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys" and Kathy Stevens, Training Director for The Gurian Institute, an educational corporation that helps train schools on learning differences between boys and girls, and co-author of "The Minds of Boys: Saving Our Sons from Falling Behind in School and Life". listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
A New Use for Passports Riles Some in NH's Tourism IndustryBy David Darman on Tuesday, May 30, 2006.Senator John Sununu is holding a hearing in Concord tomorrow on a new law that is scheduled to affect travel between the U.S. and Canada. "The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative" will require Americans and Canadians to hold passports to cross their shared border, beginning in 2008. Many tourist businesses in New Hampshire are protesting the requirement, as are truckers who regularly make international trips. New Hampshire Public Radio's David Darman has more. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Plymouth Mourns Loss of Soldier and Hometown HeroBy Shannon Mullen on Tuesday, May 30, 2006.In Plymouth family and friends are remembering a soldier from their town who was killed in Iraq last week. Army Captain Douglas Dicenzo died when his humvee was hit by a roadside bomb during combat operations in Baghdad. His death has shaken his hometown. New Hampshire Public Radio correspondent Shannon Mullen spent some time in town talking to people who knew and loved Dicenzo, and she sent us this report. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Strolling Heifers and the Good Good PigBy Shay Zeller on Tuesday, May 30, 2006.One hundred virgin cows will sashay down the main street of Brattleboro this weekend as part of the 5th annual Strolling of the Heifers. The parade seeks to build public awareness about the importance of dairy farming in the region. We'll talk with founder and organizer Orly Munzing about the 4-day event. And we talk with author Sy Montgomery whose new book The Good Good Pig celebrates the life and uniqueness of her beloved, departed pig, Christopher Hogwood. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Livingston Taylor (REBROADCAST)By Laura Knoy on Tuesday, May 30, 2006.When it comes to musicians, some are known as great singers, others are great players, Livingston Taylor is both, and considered with the unofficial title as "ultimate crowd pleaser". The 30-year music veteran and kid brother of pop-folk superstar James Taylor, Livingston Taylor's book Stage Performance is the definitive read for the stage struck and entertainer wannabee. Today on the Exchange, the art of performance and live music with singer-songwriter superstar Livingston Taylor. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Health Guidelines Back Off on Routine Cancer ScreensBy Kerry Grens on Tuesday, May 30, 2006.New Hampshire’s health insurance companies and the Foundation for Healthy Communities have released their latest guidelines for preventive medicine. Many of the updates add new health screenings to routine care, but there are also some screenings that have been taken away. They are related to detecting cancer. This move might sound counterintuitive, but many health care providers agree, it can be good for your health. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Kerry Grens reports. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
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