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Next on New Hampshire Outlook. A new tri-state agreement will give New Hampshire a price break on prescription drugs. Plus, Fish and Game Department officials are here to talk about what animals are on the move this summer and what you should look out for. And, concern that the West Nile Virus could affect New Hampshire's horses. |
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Good Evening. I'm Allison McNair. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Senator Bob Smith said today that he was dismayed by Vermont Senator James Jeffords' decision to leave the Republican party, but not suprised. Smith, who will lose his chairmanship of the Environment and Public Works Committee as a result of Jeffords' change to Independent party status, said that he is "disappointed with Senator Jeffords' decision." but also called his move "one of conscience." Smith, who himself briefly left the Republican party for his failed Independent presidential run last year, said that despite losing his leadership post, he will "continue to fight hard for a responsible environment and transportation agenda." |
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Before year's end, New Hampshire will be paying less for prescription drugs. That's because the granite state, along with Vermont and Maine, will be part of what's known as the Tri State Prescription Drug Purchasing Pool. New Hampshire spends 103 million dollars a year on prescription drugs for its medicaid programs. Through the tri-state initiative, its estimated that New Hampshire will save ten to 15 percent per year - or a savings an estimated 5 to 11 million dollars on prescription drugs. Governor Jeanne Shaheen announced the purchasing pool agreement today and said more needs to be done. |
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IN:19:18The high cost of prescription drugs is a national problem.and cries out for a natioal solution but until congress and the president take action we're going to keep working here in new hampshire with initiatives like this tri state prescreiption program to help ou rcitizens afford the prescriptioon drugs they need tpo stay healthy and help to ensure we can do that - the people the state is serving through medicadeat the a cost the state can continue to afford.OUT19:48 The plan goes into effect in November. |
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Concern for the Bush Energy plan was voiced at the state house today. Governor Shaheen called on President Bush to reject any proposals to drill for natural gas off the New England coast. An energy panel reportedly plans to recommend a lift to a moratorium on drilling in five locations focusing mainly on Georges Bank, which stretches from Cape Cod to Nova Scotia. According to the Governor drilling in the prime fishing area would endanger marine resources, the economy, the environment and the fishing industry in New England. |
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Legislation is in the works to honor the 129 crew members who died on the U-S-S Thresher and all U.S. submariners lost at sea. Congressmen John Sununu will hold a ceremony next week in Portsmouth's Prescott Park to announce that legislation. The Thresher sank during a test mission from the Portsmouth Navy Yard in 1963. New Hampshire's Charles Bass and Maine Congressmen Thomas Allen and John Baldacci are co-sponsors. |
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New census figures indicate that the city of Manchester has one of the nation's highest populations of unmarried couples. 3 and a half percent of Manchester's residents list themselves as an "umarried partner." That's the fourth-highest percentage of unwed couples in the country. Manchester shares that distinction with several other cities including Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Seattle and Rochester-New York. |
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For the first time in more than 50 years, there are two successful eagle nests in the upper Androscoggin River watershed. Audubon Society senior biologist Chris Martin said eaglets have been born at Leonard Pond and at the Pontook area of the river. To find out what other wildlife is out there and on the move joining us are Eric Orff from NH Fish and Game, Durham, and Peter Benson from the Nature Conservancy |
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Thank you both for joining us, Eric Orff from NH Fish and Game and Peter Benson from the Nature Conservancy. |
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CG:BUMP2\For more information\NH Fish and Game www.wildlife.state.nh.us/home.html Nature Conservancy nature.org/states/newhampshire/ |
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As the threat of Foot and Mouth disease seems to be lessening somewhat, along comes the West Nile Virus. Though we tend to first think about people getting the illness from a mosquito bite - horse owners need to take precautions too.We recently talked to state veterinarian Clifford McGinnis. |
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With summer on the way, you'll be hearing more about the West Nile Virus. Transmitted by mosquitos that acquire the virus from infected birds, West Nile causes encephalitis - inflammation of the brain. So far in New Hampshire, the death toll has been limited to seven birds. horses in field Where you find horses, you'll find mosquitos. We've been fortunate in New Hampshire, there haven't been any reported cases of equine infections. However, there have been in other New England states. "Last year there were 60 cases.New York area and out." Dr. Clifford McGuiness is New Hampshire's state veteranian. "We've heard about West Nile Virus.can not rise." "Do horses get it the same way.in the brain." "What would be the symptoms.have the animal checked out." There's been no reported case of the West Nile Virus being transmitted directly from horse to horse. So, there's no need to quarantine infected animals. "There's a lot of therapy.bring it along." "What can horse owners do.spray on horses." "What do you have here?different sprays.the main three." demonstrates how to apply spray As of now, there's no vaccine available to prevent the spread of West Nile. Until there is, try to keep your horse mosquito free. |
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To find our more about the West Nile Virus and Horses you can contact the state Vet. 271-2404 |
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Stocks managed to close modestly higher after the major markets fluctuated between positive and negative territory. Investors are still dealing with the political uncertainty after the change in the balance of power in the Senate. |
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AP-NY-05-24-01 1738EDT The Dow Jones industrial average ended up almost 17 points at eleven-thousand-122, after falling as much as 60 points earlier in the session. The Nasdaq composite advanced 38 points to 22-hundred-82. And the S-and-P 500 rose four points to 12-hundred-93. |
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A new factory will bring some new jobs to Claremont this summer. Massachusetts-based Catamount Pellet Fuel Corportation plans to open a facility that will make pellet fuel from sawdust and wood by-products. The company plans to open the Claremont factory in August, in the process creating 45 new jobs. |
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Despite cool temperatures and showers in some areas, conditions remain dry around the state.Just a few minutes ago we checked in with Julia Heemstra at the Mount Washington Observatory to find out what we can expect weatherwise and what itas like on top of the rock pile tonight. |
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CG:LOWER3RD\Julia Heemstra \Observer CG:WEATHER\Mount Washington Observatory\Current conditions\Temperature: 43 degrees\Partly sunny\Visibility: 55 miles\Winds: SE 22 mph CG:WEATHER\Tonight\Statewide\Chance of sprinkles early - North\Chance of Showers - South \Partly cloudy\Lows: North near 40\South the lower and mid 40s CG:WEATHER\Tomorrow\Statewide\Partly sunny\Highs: North near 70 \South 65 to 70\Southeast wind 5 to 10mph |
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If your weekend plans take you out and about this holiday weekend. here's a look at some events on our weekend calendar. |
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CG:CALENDAR\NH's Annual Lilac Festival Lisbon May 25 - May 28 603-838-6522 CG:CALENDAR\Old Time Square Dance Tamworth Town Hall May 26 8:00 p.m. 603-783-4719 CG:CALENDAR\3rd Annual Chili Challenge Waterville Valley May 26 603-236-8175 CG:CALENDAR\ Opening Day Wolfeboro May 26 603-569-4554 CG:CALENDAR\ Moose Tours Gorham May 26-May 27 603-752-6060 CG:CALENDAR\ Born To Be Wild Flower Walk Hillsborough May 26 603-224-9945 CG:CALENDAR\ Family Memory Day Canterbury May 26 603-783-9511 |
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Tomorrow on New Hampshire Outlook - There was no shortage of headlines this week from state revenue predictions to political moves in Washington with a big impact on New Hampshire. We'll put the headlines into perspective with journalists from around the state. |
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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 Exxonmobil Masterpiece Theatre's presentation of "Take a Girl Like You". We'll be back tomorrow at 7:30. We leave you with a look at Nature in New Hampshire. 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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AP-NH--Sierra-Mileage avbbc Sierra club calls for energy efficiency -- The New Hampshire Sierra Club is urging the Bush Administration to raise standards on automobile fuel efficiency. Spokeswoman Catherine Corkery says if cars were made to get 40 miles to the gallon of fuel, the average driver could save 340 dollars a year. The group demonstrated at a Concord gas station, urging drivers to be more fuel economy aware. The group says simple steps like following the speed limit, parking in the shade and getting a tuneup can save gas and money. U-N-H professor Barrett Rock showed off his hybrid car, which uses gas and electricity. He says his 20-thousand dollar sedan saves him hundreds of dollars because he gets between 45 and 65 miles to the gallon. The Sierra Club praised that part of the Bush Administration's energy policy that calls for tax credits for buying such hybrid vehicles. But says overall, the group says Bush is on the wrong course in emphasizing drilling and oil exploration. |
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DATE:5/24/01 TOPIC: As the threat of Foot and Mouth disease seems to be lessening somewhat, along comes the West Nile Virus. Though we tend to first think about people getting the illness from a mosquito bite - horse owners need to take precautions too.We recently talked to state veterinarian Clifford McGinnis. SEGMENT LENGTH:4:38 NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: CG:LOWER3RD\Clifford McGinnis\NH State Veterinarian |
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DATE:5/24/01 TOPIC:or the first time in more than 50 years, there are two successful eagle nests in the upper Androscoggin River watershed. Audubon Society senior biologist Chris Martin said eaglets have been born at Leonard Pond and at the Pontook area of the river. To find out what other wildlife is out there and on the move joining us are Eric Orff from NH Fish and Game, Durham, and Peter Benson from the Nature Conservancy SEGMENT LENGTH:10:00 NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: |
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We've talked about the wildlife and beauty we're so lucky to have here in New Hamsphire. Now we take you Outdoors so you can take in the sights and sounds for yourself. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. There was no shortage of headlines this week from state revenue predictions to political moves in Washington that could ahve a big imapct here. We'll put the headlines into perspective. Join us tonight at 7:30. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. There was no shortage of headlines this week from state revenue predictions to political moves in Washington that could ahve a big imapct here. We'll put the headlines into perspective. Join us tonight at 11:30. |
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Monday on New Hampshire Outlook in a special holiday edition we look at the origins of Memorial Day and we share the stories behind a number of Granite State war monuments. That's Monday on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook in a special holiday edition we look at the origins of Memorial Day and we share the stories behind a number of Granite State war monuments. That's tonight at 7:30 on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook in a special holiday edition we look at the origins of Memorial Day and we share the stories behind a number of Granite State war monuments. That's tonight at 11:30 on New Hampshire Outlook. |