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Next on New Hampshire Outlook tonight. In the past several weeks there have been four unsuccessful attempts at child abduction. We'll show you how to keep your kids safe. and while the beautiful weather is with us.we share a family friendly hike with you. |
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Good Evening. I'm Allison McNair. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. |
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P-S-N-H customers might have to bear additional costs stemming from the deregulation agreement between the utility company and the state. P-S-N-H has requested that its customers pay for more than two-hundred million dollars in fuel and purchased power. That figure is an increase from the previous estimation for those expenses, which was 107 million dollars. P-S-N-H says current rates would not be increased. What could be affected is how long the "strandest cost recovery charge" will remain on customers' bills. The request must be approved by the Public Utilities Commission. An initial meeting is scheduled for August twenty-second in Concord. |
| Revolt in Rye? Return to index of stories... |
The increasingly vocal discussion about revolt and secession was continued last night in Rye. About 100 people gathered to discuss possibilities in their fight against the statewide property tax. The meeting was organized by Bettey Tobey - founder of the group "trash", which stands for Taxpayers Revolting Against State Hi-jinks. Much like residents in Newington - who met last month - Tobey wants to explore the "rights to revolt" given under article ten of the state constitution. To that end, she recently presented a petition to the Rye board of Selectmen, who have scheduled a public hearing for August 29th. |
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New Hampshire Supreme Court Justices John Broderick and James Duggan are under investigation for possible ethics violations. That word comes from the chairman of the newly appointed Judicial Conduct Committee. William Grimm says the panel's inquiry - which the justices themselves requested - will focus on Broderick and Duggan's actions during the April ethics investigation of Chief Justice David Brock. Grimm says there are three possible outcomes of the investigation: the filing of formal charges, an informal resolution, or a dismissal. The investigation is presently in its preliminary stages. |
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State officials are anticipating what they consider the inevitable arrival of the West Nile Virus in New Hampshire. There have been no confirmed cases of the potentially deadly virus found in the more than 350 dead birds tested so far this summer. But an infected bird was found just over the border in Andover, Massachusetts. West Nile - which is spread by mosquitoes - was found in seven New Hampshire birds last year. |
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Manchester Police Chief Mark Driscoll says he's concerned about the heavy-metal band Godsmack's upcoming concert at Singer Family Park. Police and city leaders fear a repeat of last month's deluge of complaints of noice and vulgarity following a heavy metal concert. The September 15th concert cannot go on without police department approval. The concert's promoter says police should concern themselves with public safety, not moral issues. |
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Over the past several weeks there have been four attempts to abduct children here in New Hampshire. Fortunately, none has been successful. The first occurred July 22nd at a Keene K-Mart. A woman reportedly tried to take a child from shopping cart before the child's father intervened. Two days later, at the same store, a child walking behind her mother suddenly disappeared. After a loudspeaker announcement, police say the missing child was left at the store counter by a woman who then fled the scene. Another incident took place July 31st at the Hinsdale Wal-Mart. A young boy was approached by a woman who tried to lure him outside before an older brother intervened. And just this past weekend in Laconia, a man driving a black jeep with Massachusetts plates asked a young girl if she needed ride, When she said no, the man grabbed her shirt and tried to pull her into the truck. Luckily, she was able to run to a nearby store for help. Police are still investigating these incidents and won't comment on the cases. But they raise important safey issues for parents, caregivers and children. Joining me now is Ellen McCooey of the New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association's Keep Kids Safe Campaign and Officer Steve Moltenbrey of the Windham Police Department. |
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I'd like to thank my guests: Ellen McCooey of NH Keep Kids Safe and Officer Steve Moltenburey of the Windham Police Department. |
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For more information on the New Hampshire Keep Kids Safe Campaign you can call 1 - 800 - 852 - 3372. |
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****BUSINESS ANIMATED BUMP**** |
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Retail stocks were the only ones that benefited from a better-than-expected Commerce Department report on consumer spending today. The major market indicators posted losses. |
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The Dow lost three-point- seven- four today. The Nasdaq was down over 17 points. And the S-and-P 500 fell over four and a half points by the end of trading today. |
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Here's a look at stocks of interest to New Hampshire investors. Fisher Scientific was up a dollar-fifteen. M-B-N-A was up eighty- two cents. State Street Corporation dropped a dollar- sixty-four. And UNUM ended the day up twenty- seven cents. Tyco International lost eighty- five cents. |
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The Exeter based Tyco, has almost completed cutting more than eleven-thousand of its 180-thousand jobs. That represents five percent of its worldwide work force. The changes are tied to acquisitions made during the past two fiscal years. The company did not spell out where the cuts would come from or where plants would be closed. |
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Dartmouth College in Hanover has established an unusual program to guide the growing interest in entrepreneurial activities on campus. It will provide hands-on educational opportunities and advice to faculty members and students with entrepreneurial ideas.The new program relies heavily on the experience and resources of Dartmouth alumni and friends. |
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***WX ANIMATED BUMP*** |
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It was generally a pretty nice day around the state. Earlier we checked in with Katie Koster of the Mount Washington Observatory for our weather outlook. |
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\Mt. Washington Observatory\Today on the Summit\High: 55 degrees\Wind:NW shifted to W 12 mph\Partly cloudy\Visibility: 70 miles \Tonight\North\Mostly clear\Lows: 50 - 55\Winds: Light\ \Tonight\South\Partly cloudy\Lows: Mid 50s\Winds: Light\ \Tomorrow\Statewide\Mostly sunny\High: 80 - 85\Winds: Light S 5 - 10 mph\ |
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Hidden among the many peaks and valleys of New Hampshire's terrain lie some of the most picturesque vistas New England has to offer. Correspondent Lisa Densmore shows us how a family hike can be the best way to experience nature in the granite state. |
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New Hampshire is a largely rural state, blessed with some of the largest, most dramatic mountains in the Eastern United States. For the uninitiated, climbing one of these peaks may seem a daunting physical challenge. In fact, it can be one of the most entertaining, inexpensive ways to get away and enjoy a nice day. Lisa Densmore O-C: I can think of a million reasons to go for hike - the views, the exercise, the conversation, the peace and quiet - but most importantly, it's a great way to spend a day with your kids and not break the bank. This is my son, Parker. Parker, how old are you? I've hiked with Parker since he was six months old. There are a number of sturdy backpacks on the market that are made especially for carrying children under 40 pounds. If you have a child, age 3 or younger, it's a good idea to bring one of these special frame packs in case your little one gets tired. Lisa Densmore O-C: The first step toward planning a kid-friendly hike is deciding where to go. It's always nice to have a goal, such as a swimming hole or a fire tower. Today, we're heading up Mt. Cardigan in Canaan, New Hampshire, which is a moderate 1 1/2 miles from the parking lot to the summit, or 3 miles round-trip. Lisa Densmore V-O: To tell whether the mileage is appropriate for your group, first determine whether the weakest hiker - child or adult - can normally walk the entire mileage, in this case 3 miles, at home. If the answer is yes, great! If the answer is no, pick a different, shorter hike. If you're not sure, a rule of thumb with kids is to never hike farther the youngest child's age. In other words, if you have a four-year-old, like my son Parker, keep the hike under 4 miles round- trip. In New Hampshire, you can get to the top of most of the highest peaks in under 4 miles, or 8 miles round-trip, a reasonable hike for most 8 year olds, although it might take awhile. Lisa Densmore O-C: Which brings up an important safety issue, time! Always give yourself a big time cushion to insure that you're off the trail well before dark. Lisa Densmore V-O: Avid hikers typically average 1 mile per hour, so 3 hours for a 3-mile hike. But the steeper the terrain, the slower you'll go. And with kids, you'll be even slower, probably a half-mile per hour. The last thing you want to do is sentence your kids to a grueling march uphill. Instead, pick a steady pace that's slow enough to allow conversation, and stop frequently for sips of water, snacks, and to check out interesting plants, rocks, and small creatures. There's a lot to see along the trail. Exploring is part of the fun. But never leave the trail! It's easy to lose your bearings in the woods. Lisa Densmore O-C: In truth, a safe, fun hike doesn't take much more than common sense and the ability to walk. Of course, what you wear on your feet can greatly impact the day. Lisa Densmore V-O: Experienced hikers opt for sturdy hiking shoes or full-on hiking boots, which can cost anywhere from $60 to $160. A high tech pair of hiking sock will set you back another $25. But traditional rag wool socks work fine, too, if that's all you've got in your drawer. Lisa Densmore O-C: You can get equally high-tech with your clothing, made from the latest quick-drying synthetic fabrics. But if a cotton t-shirt and shorts are all you've got, throw a couple extras into your backpack so that you can change when one gets sweaty. The key to comfort is to stay dry. Lisa Densmore V-O: It's also wise to bring along raingear, which can also serve as a windbreaker. The temperature drops 3-degress for every 1,000 feet of elevation. Add a 15 m.p.h. breeze on the top, and suddenly the temperature is 20-degrees colder that it was at the car. Bring plenty of water , a fleece vest or jacket for extra insulation, bug spray, a hat for both bug and sun-protection, and a trail map. And don't forget to wear a watch to keep track of time. Lisa Densmore O-C: There are lots of reasons to take your kids hiking. It's healthy. It's cheap. It's outdoors. To me, the most important reason, is self- confidence. When children climb a mountain, it gives them the self-esteem to conquer other challenges. And you give them an activity they can enjoy for life. See you on the trail. |
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For a list of Lisa Densmore's top 10 family hikes, check out our website at nhptv.org. |
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That's it for this edition of New Hampshire Outlook. For all of us here at New Hampshire Public Television, thanks for joining us. Stay tuned for Roy Orbison and Friends. We'll be back tomorrow at 7:30. Good night. |
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Thanks to our founding sponsors who have provided major funding for the production of New Hampshire Outlook: New Hampshire Charitable Foundadtion Public Service of New Hampshire Alice J. Reen Charitable Trust Putnam Foundation Stratford Foundation |
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DATE:8/14/01 TOPIC: Over the past several weeks there have been four attempts to abduct children here in New Hampshire. Fortunately, none has been successful. Police are still investigating these incidents and won't comment on the cases. But they raise important safey issues for parents, caregivers and children. SEGMENT LENGTH:10 min NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Ellen McCooey of the New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association's Keep Kids Safe Campaign and Officer Steve Moltenbrey of the Windham Police Department. |
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DATE:8/14/01 TOPIC: Hidden among the many peaks and valleys of New Hampshire's terrain lie some of the most picturesque vistas New England has to offer. Correspondent Lisa Densmore shows us how a family hike can be the best way to experience nature in the granite state. SEGMENT LENGTH:8:51 NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Lisa Densmore\NH Outlook James Harvard\Hiker: Age 8 Lt. Todd Bogardus\NH Park Service Andrew Harvard\Mt. Everest Expedition Leader |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. Here at 11:30 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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A new survey by the Washington-based Small Business Survival Committee ranks New Hampshire seventh in the country in being friendly to small business. The rankings are based on 17 factors, including a variety of taxes, the price of electricity, workers compensation costs, crime rates and minimum wages. New Hampshire had the highest ranking in the Northeast. Massachusetts, ranked 21st, was second-highest. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. Covering Kids. We'll take a look at the state of children's health care in New Hampshire, as well as new initiatives to make it more accessible. Join us tonight at 7:30 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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For information on tonight's program, and links to our guests and interviews, visit our web site at nhptv.org. You can see and hear streaming video of our broadcasts and participate in our daily poll. If you've got a story idea or comment on our program you can call us at 800-639-2721. |
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Tomorrow on New Hampshire Outlook - More than 20 thousand Granite State Children do not have health insurance. Tommorow, we'll examine new state intiaitives under way to make health care for children more accessible. |