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Next on New Hampshire Outlook tonight. A new campaign is launched to fight urban sprawl. Plus how you can participate in this weekend's backyard bird feeder census. And a winter storm closes schools and shuts some businesses. We'll check road conditions AND your forecast. |
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Good Evening. I'm Allison McNair. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. We begin tonight with a summary of state news. |
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And the story everyone is talking about tonight is the weather. Tonight's nor'easter is the biggest storm in three years. It's forced the cancellation or early dismissal of schools. And in many communities, overnight street parking bans are in force to help the clearing of snow. |
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And some areas could get up to two feet of snow before the storm subsides. For more on what we can expect for the rest of tonight and tomorrow. We checked in with Katie Hess at the Mount Washington Observatory a few minutes ago. OUT: |
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CG:WEATHER\Tonight \North\Snow accumulating up to 8 inches by morning\Lows 20-25\\ CG:WEATHER\Tonight \South\Heavy snow accumulating up to 12 inches by early morning\Lows in the mid 20's\\ CG:WEATHER\Tomorrow \North\Snow becoming snow showers\Accumulation 10 inches\Highs 30-35\ CG:WEATHER\Tomorrow\South\Snow ending by late morning\Accumulation 6 - 12 inches\High in the mid- 30's\ |
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As mentioned, a winter storm warning has been posted across the state.That means if you don't have to go out, home is a good place to be tonight. With a look at what the roads are like out there.Sgt. John Ellsworth joins me on the phone. |
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If you're one of those people who says that winters don't seem as snowy as they used to- you're right! The National Weather Service says this season's snowfall is below average in New Hampshire, even though the state now has seen the most snow in seven years. Through Sunday, just over 28 inches of snow had fallen in Concord -- that's eleven inches below average. But that could all change after tonight's storm. All this cold weather and snow is a good news for the ski industry. New Hampshire could see a record number of skier visits this season if conditions hold through the important February vacation period. |
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A new report warns that New England could face future power shortages due to an increased reliance on natural gas. I-S-O, the company which oversees the region's power grid, says that within four years, natural gas will be used to produce 45 percent of the electricity generated by New England power plants. As recently as 1999, only 19 percent of the region's power was produced by natural gas. Authors of the study say that unless new pipelines are built to carry the natural gas, shortages in electricity will occur by 2005. |
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While proponents say vouchers would give children a better choice over public schools - some private institutions wonder how they'll find room for additional students. Across the region, private and religious schools have watched enrollments soar. And under President Bush's plan - children in failing public schools could use federal vouchers in private schools. In Atkinson, for instance, Hampstead Academy already faces too many applicants for too few slots. While the plan does not set a dollar figure, Bush campaigned on a plan for a 15-hundred-dollar voucher -- an amount well below tuition levels at many area private and parochial schools. |
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Education sometimes includes learning to commit acts of kindness. That's what some eighth graders in Laconia have discovered. Students in an Earth Science Class at Memorial Middle School had just finished a unit on earthquakes when India was struck by a devastating quake. And - just before they began their studies, a quake hit El Salvador. The class is donating money that will be sent to UNICEF to be used for water, medicine, food, shelter, and clothing for earthquake victims. |
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A few weeks ago we told you about the order, signed by President Clinton, to put more Federal Forest Lands off limits to logging and road building. Those plans included 45-thousand acres in the White Mountain National Forest. Today, President Bush delayed implementation of the plan. Opponents of the plan say they'll use the delay to hold more public hearings. Today's announcement changes the plan's effective date from March 13th to May 12th. |
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In an effort to control urban sprawl and preserve open space, Governor Shaheen last week announced "Grow Smart NH". The initiative will combine the efforts of communities and state agencies to manage growth while maintaining New Hampshire's rural character. GrowSmart NH will coordinate land use and transportation programs. And strengthen efforts to boost urban and small town centers. |
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In business news. another internet retailer is losing steam. EToys says it needs a substantial capital infusion to stay in business and doesn't think it will get it. It expects to run out of cash soon and lose its listing on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Hundreds of employees were laid off after Christmas. 300 more have been told their jobs will end in early April. In the meantime, the website is hosting a clearance sale on all merchandise. |
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On Wall Street, the Dow ended up almost 102 points. The Nasdaq ended down 17 points. The S&P 500 rose almost five points. Here's a look at some of the stocks of interest to New Hampshire. |
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Decreased sales have the New Hampshire Liquor Commission considering a change of location for its Keene store. The commission hopes to double its sales with a move from downtown to a new mall next to Route Nine. Some residents worry this might prompt other businesses to move from the downtown, increasing sprawl and damaging the city's character. Construction of the mall is scheduled this spring. |
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Developers of the world's largest cruise ship reportedly want to put the Granite State on its cruise schedule. The vessel called America World city is set to sail in 2004. A Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce spokesman says the ship, carrying more than eight thousand passengers and crew, would not dock in Portsmouth, but rather anchor off the coast. Four large ferries would shuttle passengers into the city. According to the ship's Web site, the vessel would be two and a half times larger than the largest cruise ship operating today. |
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Last fall we reported fewer birds were visiting backyard birdfeeders. With the snow well established, the New Hampshire Audubon Society wants to know if that trend is continuing. This weekend they're inviting you to participate in a backyard bird count to see what is really happening with our winter bird population. OUT: |
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If you would like to participate in this year's survey you can get a survey form by contacting the New Hampshire Audubon Society at 226-9909. You can also get the survey form online at nhaudubon.org. |
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Tomorrow on New Hampshire Outlook - It's about choice and who will pay for it. We'll take you to Concord. where a bill to provide a ten percent tax abatement to families who choose private schools is being introduced. Join us as we profile one New Hampshire family dealing with the cost of choice. and what the bill means for them and you. |
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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 Granite State Challenge We'll be back tomorrow at 7:30. Good night. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. It's about choice and who will pay for it. We'll take you to Concord. where a bill to provide a ten percent tax abatement to families who choose private schools is being introduced. Join us tonight at 7:30 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |