NH OUTLOOK, Thursday, 5/27/2004
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Pain at the pump.
Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money.
script iconPreshow #2 Tourism
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Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months.
Also ahead:
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Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary.
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Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook.
As we head into the Memorial Day weekend record numbers of Americans are expected to travel despite record high gas prices.
Prices at the pumps have been increasing steadily in the last few weeks.
Gas is now 50-cents higher per gallon than it was last year at this time.
According to the American Automobile Association, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in New Hampshire is 2-dollars-and-4-cents.
That's compared to a-dollar-71 a month ago and a-dollar-48 last year at this time.
Julie Donnelly brings us up to speed on WHY this is happening and what consumers need to know!
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It's not just drivers feeling the pinch of higher gas prices. Those traveling by air are feeling it too.
Many airlines are increasing fuel surcharges on ticket prices to help offset the rising cost of jet fuel.
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The state is kicking off 2 new efforts to keep people safe on area roadways --
just in time for the Memorial Day holiday.
At a news conference last week on the steps of the State House -- state and local leaders along with police officers talked about a crackdown on drunk driving and seatbelt use.
Beginning this weekend and throughout the summer, 82 state, county and local law enforcement agencies will be out in force.
In New Hampshire anyone under 18 is required to wear a seatbelt.
The increased seatbelt and Drinking while Intoxicated patrols are supported by
federal funds.
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Those one-way tolls at the Hampton tollbooths on 1-95 may be back this season--but, not yet. So, it will be business as usual for travelers heading into New Hampshire and Maine this weekend.
The State Department of Transportation wants to try the one-way tolls again on an experimental basis to help alleviate traffic back-ups. Last year the plan was put in place for several weeks and the D-O-T says the benefits outweighed any problems.
The state's Executive Council will be ruling on the matter. A decision could come
as early as next week.
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Q Margaret Joyce: The tourism industry relies heavily on FOREIGN WORKERS to get thru the busy summer season. There were fears A CAP on seasonal visas for those workers
Would JEOPADIZE the season.
What's the STATUS on that front?
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Q Margaret Joyce: The state's tourism industry relies heavily on foreign workers to get thru the busy summer season. Last Month we spoke with some businesses worried about finding temporary help given a "CAP" on Seasonal visas.. They said the season was in jeopardy.
What's the status on that front?
Q The Governor cut funding for marketing the state as a Tourist Destination.
The Spring TV Promotion for the summer season was cut 328-thousand dollars.
There's a lot of competition for tourist dollars -- especially in NE.
Will those CUTS have a negative impact on the hospitality industry?
Q Who's the target group for these Promotional campaigns? NE, NY?
Q In terms of visitor spending and trips, what are you expecting this year?
Q This year you have a new web site -- walk us thru that?
Q Memorial Day - is generally 4th busiest travel weekend in NH. We also have record high Gas Prices
is that expected to put in crimp in this year's expectations?
Q Given gas prices -- expect most of travelers coming from NE and NY?
Q Any worries that the summer terrorism threat might spoil the summer season?
Q What are the most popular attractions in the state for out-of-state visitors?
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Finally, this Memorial day weekend many events and programs will be aimed at honoring the men and women who dedicated their lives to the safety and protection of this country.
One woman in Goshen is preserving the memory of World War II veterans in her community.
This Sunday, NHPTV will air Deborah Scranton van Paassen's documentary.
It is called "Stories from Silence: Witness to War."
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"Stories from Silence: Witness to War" airs this Sunday at 6:30 p-m right here on New Hampshire Public Television.
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That is it for this edition of our program.
For information and links to our guests and interviews,
connect with us on-line at nhptv.org.
Join our online discussion and tell us what's on your mind.
You can also find streaming video of all our broadcasts.
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On the next New Hampshire Outlook - Journalists from around the state discuss the week's top stories-- including education funding in the state.
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I'm Beth Carroll.
Thanks for watching.
We'll see you next time.
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook.
Journalists from around the state join us to discuss the week's top stories--including education funding.
Join us tonight at 10:00 only on New Hampshire Outlook.
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 6:05 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. As we head into the Memorial Day weekend record numbers of Americans are expected to travel despite record high gas prices. Prices at the pumps have been increasing steadily in the last few weeks. Gas is now 50-cents higher per gallon than it was last year at this time. According to the American Automobile Association, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in New Hampshire is 2-dollars-and-4-cents. That's compared to a-dollar-71 a month ago and a-dollar-48 last year at this time. Julie Donnelly brings us up to speed on WHY this is happening and what consumers need to know!
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Julie Donnelly NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Rep. Charles Bass\ 2nd Congressional District Maureen Sage\Manchester Henry Stoneham\Epsom Nick Walner\Spokesman, AAA
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 6:05 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. Hello. I'm Beth Carroll. Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. As we head into the Memorial Day weekend record numbers of Americans are expected to travel despite record high gas prices. Prices at the pumps have been increasing steadily in the last few weeks. Gas is now 50-cents higher per gallon than it was last year at this time. According to the American Automobile Association, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in New Hampshire is 2-dollars-and-4-cents. That's compared to a-dollar-71 a month ago and a-dollar-48 last year at this time. Julie Donnelly brings us up to speed on WHY this is happening and what consumers need to know!
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Julie Donnelly NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Rep. Charles Bass\ 2nd Congressional District Maureen Sage\Manchester Henry Stoneham\Epsom Nick Walner\Spokesman, AAA
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 1:40 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. The state is kicking off 2 new efforts to keep people safe on area roadways -- just in time for the Memorial Day holiday. At a news conference last week on the steps of the State House -- state and local leaders along with police officers talked about a crackdown on drunk driving and seatbelt use. Beginning this weekend and throughout the summer, 82 state, county and local law enforcement agencies will be out in force. In New Hampshire anyone under 18 is required to wear a seatbelt. The increased seatbelt and Drinking while Intoxicated patrols are supported by federal funds. Those one-way tolls at the Hampton tollbooths on 1-95 may be back this season--but, not yet. So, it will be business as usual for travelers heading into New Hampshire and Maine this weekend. The State Department of Transportation wants to try the one-way tolls again on an experimental basis to help alleviate traffic back-ups. Last year the plan was put in place for several weeks and the D-O-T says the benefits outweighed any problems. The state's Executive Council will be ruling on the matter. A decision could come as early as next week.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Peter Thomson\NH Highway Safety Agency
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 1:40 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. The state is kicking off 2 new efforts to keep people safe on area roadways -- just in time for the Memorial Day holiday. At a news conference last week on the steps of the State House -- state and local leaders along with police officers talked about a crackdown on drunk driving and seatbelt use. Beginning this weekend and throughout the summer, 82 state, county and local law enforcement agencies will be out in force. In New Hampshire anyone under 18 is required to wear a seatbelt. The increased seatbelt and Drinking while Intoxicated patrols are supported by federal funds. Those one-way tolls at the Hampton tollbooths on 1-95 may be back this season--but, not yet. So, it will be business as usual for travelers heading into New Hampshire and Maine this weekend. The State Department of Transportation wants to try the one-way tolls again on an experimental basis to help alleviate traffic back-ups. Last year the plan was put in place for several weeks and the D-O-T says the benefits outweighed any problems. The state's Executive Council will be ruling on the matter. A decision could come as early as next week.
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Peter Thomson\NH Highway Safety Agency
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 8:25 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. Finally, this Memorial day weekend many events and programs will be aimed at honoring the men and women who dedicated their lives to the safety and protection of this country. One woman in Goshen is preserving the memory of World War II veterans in her community. This Sunday, NHPTV will air Deborah Scranton van Paassen's documentary. It is called "Stories from Silence: Witness to War."
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Deborah Scranton van Paassen\Filmmaker
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 05/27/04 22:00
HOST: Beth Carroll Length: 8:25 minutes
Pain at the pump.Tonight a look at the climbing gas prices-- what's causing the jump and how to save money. Plus, we'll preview New Hampshire's summer tourism season. Find out how many visitors the state expects in the coming months. Also ahead: Stories from silence. A New Hampshire woman captures the memories of Goshen's World War Two veterans in a new documentary. Finally, this Memorial day weekend many events and programs will be aimed at honoring the men and women who dedicated their lives to the safety and protection of this country. One woman in Goshen is preserving the memory of World War II veterans in her community. This Sunday, NHPTV will air Deborah Scranton van Paassen's documentary. It is called "Stories from Silence: Witness to War."
PRODUCER/REPORTER: Beth Carroll NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Deborah Scranton van Paassen\Filmmaker
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook.
. Tonight at 10pm on New Hampshire Public Television.
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Thursday, May 27, 2004:
The discussion with the tourism guest was pre-taped Wednesday. We had to tape tonight's show at 3:30pm so we could be out of the control room/studio by 4:30pm for Granite State Challenge. We were done by 4:15pm. Everything went smoothly.
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook:
Why gas prices have taken a dramatic jump plus a preview of the summer tourism season.
Tonight at 10:00 only on New Hampshire Public Television.
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