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ArchivesHome State Record: John KerryBy Susan Kaplan on Wednesday, December 31, 2003.Today in our series on the home-state records of the Democratic presidential candidates we look at Senator John Kerry. As Susan Kaplan from public radio station WFCR in Amherst, Massachusetts, reports, the Kerry record doesn't convey one central theme for Bay Staters. listen:
 Budget Cuts Could Mean Riskier MealsBy John Milne on Wednesday, December 31, 2003.The cattle industry � and consumers � are reeling from a new outbreak of mad cow disease. State officials say New Hampshire�s animals should be safe. That�s because state animal inspection programs are effective. But other risks may be increasing as the state Department of Food, Agriculture and Markets faces new budget cuts. New Hampshire Public Radio�s political correspondent, John Milne, filed this story: listen:
Home State Record: Dick GephardtBy Matt Sepic on Tuesday, December 30, 2003.We continue our series on the home-state records of the Democratic presidential candidates. Today, we look at Missouri Representative Richard Gephardt. Gephardt's record from Alderman to US House Majority Leader is a matter of home-town pride. But Gephardt's challenge has been to balance his leadership role with the needs of his district. Matt Sepic, from public radio station KWMU in St. Louis reports. listen:
Renaming the Roads in MaineBy Irwin Gratz on Tuesday, December 30, 2003.For years, travelers, especially first time visitors, have been frustrated driving through Maine. The interstate system there doesn't seem to make sense. But next month, road crews will be out making adjustments. They'll be renaming roads and changing signs and, it's hoped, bring a little clarity to the system. Maine Public Radio's Irwin Gratz reports. listen:
Meningitis Hits New HampshireBy Mark Bevis on Monday, December 29, 2003.State health officials are warning hospitals to be extra vigilant for signs of meningitis. An 18 year old Bennington woman has died of the disease. Two teenagers in Keene and another in Concord are recovering from the illness. A 13 year old in Colebrook is still in serious condition. Yet despite several cases, state health officials say this outbreak is not much different from others. New Hampshire Public Radio's Mark Bevis has more. listen:
Home State Record: John EdwardsBy Julie Donnelly on Monday, December 29, 2003.This week New Hampshire Public Radio continues its series on the Home State Records of the Major Democratic Presidential Candidates. Today we focus on North Carolina's John Edwards. He's been a Senator in Washington less than 5 years, but back home, Edwards built an ambitious career on his success as a personal injury lawyer. Correspondent Julie Donnelly reports. listen:
Manchester Remains A Primary BattlegroundBy Josh Rogers on Friday, December 26, 2003.Manchester is New Hampshire?s most populous city. In terms of the presidential primary, it may also be the most divided. As is the case statewide, former Vermont Governor Howard Dean is outpacing rivals. But Dean?s polling margin in Manchester is not as great as it is elsewhere. New Hampshire Public Radio?s Josh Rogers reports how this fits with the city?s political culture. listen:
A Talk with SantaBy Sally Hirsh-Dic... on Thursday, December 25, 2003.Sally Hirsh talks with Thomas Crank, who plays Santa Claus at the Mall at Rockingham Park. listen:
Controlling the Council's AgendaBy Doug MacPherson on Wednesday, December 24, 2003.Compared with other states, New Hampshire institutes an unusual amount of oversight of state contracts. By law, all contracts in excess of 5-thousand dollars must be approved by the Executive Council. However, it is the Governor who controls the Council?s agenda. In his first year in office, Governor Craig Benson has upset some people by preventing some items from reaching the Council. listen:
Where to House the CampaignersBy Julie Donnelly on Wednesday, December 24, 2003.NEW HAMPSHIRE IS COMING UP ON THE FINAL LEG OF THE PRIMARY. AND CAMPAIGNS EXPECT TO BRING HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS INTO THE STATE. BUT WHERE DO THESE CAMPAIGNERS LIVE? HOUSING IN AND AROUND MANCHESTER IS SCARCE. AND RENTS ARE HIGH THROUGHOUT THE STATE. NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC RADIO CORRESPONDENT JULIE DONNELLY REPORTS ON WHAT TWO CAMPAIGNS ARE DOING TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. listen:
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