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Shortage of Short-term Lenders?

By Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, January 29, 2008.

A Senate Committee heard testimony on legislation today that would cap payday loan interest rates.

Supporters argue the cap is needed to protect borrowers living paycheck to paycheck from getting caught in a cycle of debt.

Opponents say the change would force the industry out of the state, leaving people with only more costly options.

New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports that key Senators are asking what other short-term loan choices are available for consumers.

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A New Way to Heat Nashua Schools?

By Sheryl Rich-Kern on Tuesday, January 29, 2008.

The Nashua school district is digging deep to improve its grades in energy efficiency.

If approved, Nashua schools will be the first in the state to heat their buildings using geothermal heat.

District officials say the long-term savings are huge.

But so are the upfront costs.

NHPR Correspondent Sheryl Rich Kern visited one of the schools and files this report.

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Jaye Foucher, The Shredding Sledder

Jaye Foucher, The Shredding Sledder

Ashland resident Jaye Foucher poses with one of her canine colleagues. She'll be participating in this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon in Minnesota. (Sean Hurley, NHPR)

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State of the Union Wrap-Up

By Laura Knoy on Tuesday, January 29, 2008.

This will be President Bush's final address to Congress, and one that’s expected to focus heavily on domestic issues such as health care, education and the economy. We’ll talk about what he said, and what the reaction to the speech may be.

Guests

  • Dean Spiliotes, political analyst and commentator at NHPoliticalCapital.com, formerly with the New Hampshire Institute of Politics
  • Bill Martel, Associate Professor of International Security Studies at the Tufts University Fletcher School of Diplomacy

We'll Also Hear From

  • Russ Thibeault, President of Applied Economic Research in Laconia
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