New Outlook: Magazine , Sunday, 4/1/2007
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We'll take you to the Pease Air Terminal in Portsmouth where war-weary men and women are given a heroe's welcome.
Plus, highlights from the primary awards dinner.
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NOW on New Hampshire Outlook:
Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth.
Meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes.
Plus,
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A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire.
And later,
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The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire`s first-in-the-nation presidential primary.
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We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease where war-weary men and women touch down to an unforgettable homecoming celebration.
Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook.
We'll meet the Pease Greeters and find out why they do it.in just a bit, but first.
New Hampshire has a well-deserved reputation for going its own way on a range of issues. In the Live Free or Die state, motorcyclists don't have to wear helmets and adult motorists don't have to wear seatbelts. But many say that emphasis of freedom over safety has led to tragic and unnecessary deaths on our roads. Richard Ager tells us about the new effort to make everybody buckle up.
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Version One: Earlier this week, the House met in full session and House Bill 802. It now goes on to the Senate.
Version Two: Earlier this week, the House met in full session and House Bill 802. Despite that setback, Addison Masse - and the other proponents of mandatory seatbelts - say they will keep trying. So, at least for now, New Hampshire keeps its status as the only state where adult drivers and passengers can legally choose not to belt up.
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At the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease.War-wearyTroops pass thru this terminal on their way home.
That's because Pease is centrally located, has a fast-refueling capacity, and a reputation for a "friendly" reception.
So, When in-bound and out-bound troops arrive, no matter what the hour, there's someone there to greet them.
it may be quiet now -- when word of a flight's arrival or departure time is circulated -- a dedicated group of men and women spring into action.
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Tape 1 ARRIVAL B-roll for first track / 1:01:55, 1:03:18 Pease sign and plane rolls in/ flagman 1:03:36,cu of plane 1:03:47/
TRK1: At the Pease Air Terminal planes touch down night and day.
And with as little as an hours notice…a crowd of greeters will gather to meet them.
ANNA Labrie 1:20:29 -:37 and the door opens and we're clapping they would be like what's going on.and then they see us and its something.
TRK 2: Cheers …and tears soon follow.
1:07:29 / 1:07:50/ 1:08:03 hugs and kisses
we started doing this may 5th, 2005, it started with 5 fellas from the marine corp league and mushroomed to what you see today.
TRK 3: They call themselves the Pease Greeters …made up of Veterans, military families, average citizens …even former Patriots Ron Francis*.
Organizers say the homecomings are addictive.
: seeing the guys coming off the plane and coming down the walk way. its awesome
TRK4: 86-year old Anna Labrie has been there from the beginning.
I missed maybe a couple of them but I'm here all the time…1, 2 3 in the morning.
: Still as enthusiastic at 3 Am?
Anna: Oh you better believe it
TRK5: Anna has met well over 10-thousand troops passing thru Pease.
: what is it that motivates you?
1:20:53 I have a brother that was 2 yrs younger than me that went down on a sub during
world war 2.
: So this is very personal for you.
Yes.
1:21:40-:48 Beth: So will you keep coming
Oh yes, as long as I'm able and I can walk….I'm 86 but I'm still coming.
Of the last 3 deployments I've been on this is probably the best homecoming we've ever had, its pretty touching and very heartwarming to say the least, we appreciate all you do.
SURPRISED?
Yea, they told us when we got to the ground that there would be a 2 star to greet us but we come out and there are several hundred women, children, men, pets, and the pets were the best part about it, it was very heartwarming.
TRK: Word of the Pease homecomings has made its way to the troops overseas.
We had a group the other day who said they wanted to come thru Pease because they heard all the way in Iraq about the greetings here.
TRK: A hospitality room has been set up where soldiers can share war stories, a cup of coffee and a call home - and, the "Hero's walk" where soldiers are greeted
features pictures of all those who've Passed thru Pease before.
: I was not expecting this homecoming, the outpouring of care and love that's here just amazes me, I'm glad I came here, this is awesome
TRK: Fred Harper has been in Iraq for nearly a year
BethQ: WHAT WAS YOUR UNIT DOING IN IRAQ?
We were the counter IED task force, counter improvised explosive device task force, road side bombs, our mission was to minimize or decrease those numbers, and taught soldiers how to react to those.
Beth Q: Lose anyone in your unit.
Yes we lost a few in our unit.
BETHQ: Did you lose anyone over there.
Negative, no so we were blessed to have everyone come home safe and sound.
Anything you want people at home to know about.
NO,we just thank everyone for their support and we ask that you continue to pray for the soldiers that are left over there, for the ones on the way back.
TRK: Donna Austell's unit has been in Kuwait supporting US Troops in Iraq.
Tape 1/ 1:28:04 BethQ: Hows it feel to be back home?
It's a little surreal, its very exciting, and I wasn't really expecting this kind of reception and I can't imagine people with all the time and effort, especially with dogs and children. It was quite an experience , wasn't expecting it.
Beth 1:28:55
So, what did you miss the most?
1:29:01-:17 sidewalks, it's crazy to say, but we're always walking in sand, breathing it in, kicking it around, and it ruins your equipment, its kind of nice to have some asphalt.
TRK: For Inbound Troops …Pease marks their "first" stop on American Soil on their journey home.
Tape 1/ 1:42:51 Beth Q: You looked a little emotional when you got off the plane?
: It's nice to be back in the states, I was excited.
TRK: Charlie Nichols is a regular at the homecomings:
I make all of them. Doesn't matter whether its 3 in the afternoon or 3 in the morning.I will be here for the troops, something I really have to do.
TRK: Twice-wounded & decorated in WW2.Nichols vividly remembers "his" homecoming.
: When I came off that hospital trip in san Francisco in 1945 they had a greet me, and I never forgot that.
Nats Tape 2: 30:45 old soldiers shake hands say goodbye back of soldiers
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TRK: For Chuck Cove, a combat marine wounded in Vietnam, the homecomings are about honoring our troops.
to serve those people who serve us
All I can say is we get a lot more than we give.
Tape 1/ 1:54:34 Beth Q: You remember a time when vets didn't get that kind of warm welcome?
Unfortunately I do.it's a thing of the past…and its not about us.its about these people who are doing what they do today so magnificently.
Tape 1:/1:54:55 Chuck: It helps tremendously.
I know the Vietnam vets didn't get the welcome home that they've should have gotten and to me that's something that we have to do
TRK: Before heading out…every group is photographed.
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1:29:46 group shot photo session 1:32:49 mid shot / 1:33:28
TRK: a Prayer is offered.
Chuck: Detail…Present Salute…salute back 1:37:40 warriers 1:37: 46 halt, applause,
We get a lot of emails back saying thank you, I've seen some pretty hardened troops come back and break down on the way to the plane with emotion for the thank you they didn't think they were going to get.
31:45-:50
one time I was sitting there greeting when they were boarding the plane and there were tears rolling down his cheek and he said they never received this kind of greeting before.
It gives me a great feeling of pride and wonderful feeling to be able to do this. And as long as I can get around I'll be doing it 1:51:55
NATS Tape 2/ ….32:04 thank you for being here kiss girl 32:06
Nats: tape 2 /11:39 thank you sir…hugs boy kid smiling:46
12:22 little boy gives cookies and hugs welcome hats…
12:27 girl gives hug
Tape 1/ 1:56:54 Chuck Cove Whether you believe what is going on over there or not, the troops deserve support. Keep them in your prayers and say thank you when you see one.
Tape 2: vets: 30:29 shake hands 30:29/
Nats…Tape 2: 30:43 capt thank you welcome home
29:53 -29:59 shaking hands saying goodbye appreciate it 31:14 says good bye.goes on plane…walks down hallway
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TOTAL TIME OF Interview: 3:57
RUNS:31 / Beth: We're hear in the hall of heroes.every unit is photographed, pic hang on the walls.Here from the beginning, Ed Johnson Commandant of Seacoast Detachment of Marine Corps league. What is the motivation?
ED: That's why we're here.
RUNS:29 Beth Q: You have business community very supportive as well. donations. from 3, 000 to 15 dollars.
RUNS 2:57 Every Flight cost 300 dollars.coffee and donut
outcue: Glad you were here.
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photos 1:09:53 **
Cu of Anna and troops 1:10:43 *
Hero's walk 1:10:58 **
1:12:45 Whaleback sign for phones
1:12:58 bank of phones
1:13:57 phones
1:14:28 Malinda's Room sign **
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Finally, a special celebration of New Hampshire's First-in-the-Nation Primary tradition.
NH Outlook's Richard Ager has highlights of the events.
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That wraps up our program from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease.
Special thanks to our hosts.
And, thank you for watching.
I'm Beth Carroll.
I"ll see you around NH
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War-wearyTroops returning home from Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait fly into the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease on a steady basis.
Soldiers heading off to war zones also pass thru the Pease terminal.
And, no matter what the hour --there's someone there to greet them with homefront hugs, meals and words of support.
it may be quiet now -- when word of a flight's arrival or departure time is circulated -- a dedicated group of men and women spring into action.
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New Hampshire has a well-deserved reputation for going its own way on a range of issues. In the Live Free or Die state, motorcyclists don't have to wear helmets and adult motorists don't have to wear seatbelts. But many say that emphasis of freedom over safety has led to tragic and unnecessary deaths on our roads. Richard Ager tells us about a new effort to make everybody buckle up.
Addison Masse
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 4/1/2007
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 8:30
Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth -- meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes. Plus: A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire. And later: The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, where war-weary men and women touch down to unforgettable homecoming celebrations. Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook. New Hampshire has a well-deserved reputation for going its own way on a range of issues. In the Live Free or Die state, motorcyclists don't have to wear helmets and adult motorists don't have to wear seatbelts. But many say that emphasis of freedom over safety has led to tragic and unnecessary deaths on our roads. Richard Ager tells us about the new effort to make everybody buckle up.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Addison Masse\Accident Survivor, Susan Masse\Mother, Ray Masse\Father, Rep. Jennifer Brown\ HB802 Sponsor, Earl Sweeney\Deputy Commissioner, NH Dept. of Safety, Rep. Carla Skinder\HB802 Co-sponsor, Charles O'Leary\Commissioner, NH Dept. of Transportation, Peter Thomson\Director, NH Highway Safety Agency, Rep. Peter Bergin\ House Transportation Committee, David Mincin\Barrington, Paul Chauvin\Opposes HB802, Dr. John Sutton\Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 4/1/2007
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 8:30
Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth -- meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes. Plus: A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire. And later: The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, where war-weary men and women touch down to unforgettable homecoming celebrations. Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook. New Hampshire has a well-deserved reputation for going its own way on a range of issues. In the Live Free or Die state, motorcyclists don't have to wear helmets and adult motorists don't have to wear seatbelts. But many say that emphasis of freedom over safety has led to tragic and unnecessary deaths on our roads. Richard Ager tells us about the new effort to make everybody buckle up.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Addison Masse\Accident Survivor, Susan Masse\Mother, Ray Masse\Father, Rep. Jennifer Brown\ HB802 Sponsor, Earl Sweeney\Deputy Commissioner, NH Dept. of Safety, Rep. Carla Skinder\HB802 Co-sponsor, Charles O'Leary\Commissioner, NH Dept. of Transportation, Peter Thomson\Director, NH Highway Safety Agency, Rep. Peter Bergin\ House Transportation Committee, David Mincin\Barrington, Paul Chauvin\Opposes HB802, Dr. John Sutton\Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 4/1/2007
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 8:30
Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth -- meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes. Plus: A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire. And later: The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, where war-weary men and women touch down to unforgettable homecoming celebrations. Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook. At the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease many US Troops pass thru this terminal on their way home. That's because Pease is centrally located, has a fast-refueling capacity, and a reputation for a "friendly" reception. So, When in-bound and out-bound troops arrive, no matter what the hour, there's someone there to greet them. It may be quiet now -- when word of a flight's arrival or departure time is circulated -- a dedicated group of men and women spring into action.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Anna Labrie \Kittery, ME, Charles Cove\Marine Corps League,Seacoast Detachment, Jared Harty\North Beach, MD, Donna Austell\Los Angeles, CA, Damascus Ross\Aurora, CO, Karissa Smith\Columbia Falls, MT, Kevin Correa\Harrisville, UT, Fred Harper\Fort Leavenworth, KS, Charles Nichols \Marine Corps League,Seacoast Detachment
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 4/1/2007
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:00
Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth -- meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes. Plus: A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire. And later: The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, where war-weary men and women touch down to unforgettable homecoming celebrations. Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook. Here at the Hall of Heroes every unit of US troops that passes through is photographed when they return home. Here since the Pease Greeters formed, Ed Johnson Commandant of Seacoast Detachment of Marine Corps league.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Commandant Ed Johnson\ Marine Corps League, Seacoast Detachment
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 4/1/2007
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 4:30
Now on New Hampshire Outlook: Homecoming Hugs for US Troops in Portsmouth -- meet the Pease Greeters and the men and woman who make up the hall of heroes. Plus: A survival story amid renewed efforts to pass a seatbelt law in New Hampshire. And later: The NH Political Library recognizes champions of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. We are coming to you from the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease, where war-weary men and women touch down to unforgettable homecoming celebrations. Hello, I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to NH Outlook. New Hampshire is well known for it's First-in-the-Nation Primary tradition. NH Outlook's Richard Ager has highlights of a recent event meant to celebrate just that.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Richard Ashooh\NH Political Library Chair, Andrew Card\White House Chief of Staff 2000-2006, Pat Buchanan\ 1996 NH Primary Winner, Jill Zuckerman\Chicago Tribune National Correspondent, Sen. Gary Hart\ 1984 NH Primary Winner
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