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02/09/2025

It was called "the toughest animal rescue of the century."

It hinged on a Vietnam War pilot, a whole bunch of celebrities, and a crazy plan to save some 500 burros from death. But whether this rescue was worth it? That's a more complicated story.

Marina Henke, producer for the Outside/In podcast, is here to tell that story.

One of the flashiest rescue stories of the last century, and what it tells us about the power of animal activism to make enduring change.

02/09/2025

From the football field to the halftime stage, here's what to know about the storylines and stakes before Super Bowl 59 kicks off on Sunday.

02/08/2025

Wings have remained abundant and affordable, even as some supermarkets are rationing eggs and Waffle House added a 50 cent-per-egg surcharge this week. That's a relief for football fans, as wings will be the centerpiece of many a Super Bowl spread this weekend.

The reason chicken and egg prices have not moved in tandem has to do with the very different toll that avian flu has taken on birds that produce eggs — and those raised for their meat.

There is one economic riddle ahead of Super Bowl Sunday: The egg market has been hit hard by avian flu, but wings are abundant and relatively...

02/08/2025

“Too bad the spruce grouse is so little known, because it’s got to be the most audacious of the gallinaceous,” says Dave Anderson, co-host of NHPR’s Something Wild.

Gallinaceous refers to chicken-like birds, including both grouse and wild turkey.

The elusive yet bold spruce grouse is a little-known N.H. inhabitant that relies on forests that are specifically adapted to colder temperatures.

02/07/2025

The state Department of Education has told school leaders they should review their district’s diversity and equity programs to ensure they comply with President Trump’s recent mandates prohibiting those programs at the federal level and limiting the federal government's recognition of gender to male and female.

The NH Department of Education advised school leaders Friday to ensure their diversity training and curriculum align with new federal rules outlawing DEI programs at the federal level.

02/07/2025

This has been a wild week, with way more news coming out of the new Trump administration than anyone can follow.

Through this analysis, NPR attempts to wade through the flood, identify and explain some of the biggest things that happened each week, and draw attention to some that have been overlooked.

An attempt to identify and explain some of the biggest things that happened each week, and draw attention to some that have been overlooked.

02/07/2025

The state Supreme Court is dismissing a traffic violation against a former New Hampshire lawmaker who was accused of violating the state’s hands-free device law while driving, even though he was using his vehicle’s Bluetooth connection to take a call.

The traffic violation involved a former state representative who said the police erred when they ticketed him for holding his phone while driving.

02/07/2025

Keene State College has sent out guidance to staff on how to respond to immigration enforcement actions on campus. The memo advises staff not to accept any warrants or subpoenas, or grant access to private or restricted areas, without consulting the school's lawyers. But if federal officials do not cooperate with that process, the memo advises staff not to push back.

The memo comes in the wake of President Trump’s recent executive action that rescinded a policy preventing federal immigration agents from arresting people at places like schools, churches, and hospitals.

Keene State College released its guidance on how to deal with federal immigration officials if they come on campus.

02/07/2025

State advisory panels on policing and diversity initiatives are no more after former Gov. Chris Sununu rescinded over a hundred executive orders before he left office.

And a state lawmaker is apologizing after making derogatory comments about victims of abuse at the state’s youth detention facility. We discuss these stories and more on this week’s edition of the New Hampshire News Recap.

State advisory panels on policing and diversity initiatives are no more after former Gov. Chris Sununu rescinded over a hundred executive orders before he left office.

02/07/2025

New Hampshire health officials say they are continuing to monitor for bird flu activity, as the disease spreads across the country and in nearby states, including Massachusetts. Here’s what you need to know about the risk levels — for humans and animals — in New Hampshire.

The virus is circulating in some wild birds here. But so far, it hasn’t spread to any commercial poultry flocks or dairy herds.

02/07/2025

Quiz time! What New Hampshire ski area recently had a chair fall from its ski lift?

A) Attitash
B) Cannon Mountain
C) Gunstock Mountain

Take the quiz via this post and let us know how you do at [email protected]

Been keeping up with the headlines? Test yourself with the weekly N.H. News Quiz!

02/06/2025

The 351-6 vote margin was hailed by Republicans, who have prioritized banning so-called sanctuary policies in New Hampshire. But the vote was also a dramatic reversal for Democrats, who have tended to loudly oppose bills that force police to cooperate with federal immigration

The measure, requiring local police to heed ICE detainer requests, cleared the House without debate — or much Democratic opposition.

02/06/2025

This Sunday's Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles is fast approaching. Even for non-football fans, the entertainment is often worth tuning in for. Here's your guide to all the performances tied to the big game.

Kendrick Lamar is headlining the halftime show with special guest SZA. Jon Batiste will sing the national anthem.

02/06/2025

State leaders said they’re concerned over President Donald Trump’s impending tariffs on Canada, warning that they would pose a risk for state construction projects and higher energy prices for New Hampshire residents.

New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte said Canada is a valuable trade partner. Ayotte says businesses worry about possible tariffs.

02/06/2025

As the Trump administration cracks down on immigration enforcement and rumors about raids or arrests swirl, immigrant communities across the country are experiencing fear, trepidation and concern.

“It feels like the pandemic, like collective trauma,” Massachusetts-based therapist Mayrena Guerrero said.

Following President Trump's immigration crackdown, Mayrena Guerrero has sensed a lot of fear and alarm from her clients. She advises people to plan and carve out ways to have some sense of peace.

02/06/2025

A long-standing ICE program known as 287(g) enlists local law enforcement to help with immigration enforcement. But for the past decade, that program had been limited to jails, where local officers screen people who've already been booked on other crimes, identifying those wanted by ICE.

Trump's border czar Tom Homan is urging more local law enforcement agencies to support ICE's immigration efforts.

02/06/2025

New plans filed with the town of Hampton propose a reimagined Hampton Beach Casino complex that includes an expanded music venue, charitable gaming, a boutique hotel and 99 condominiums.

New plans in Hampton propose a six-story Hampton Beach Casino facility for music, gaming, a hotel and 99 condos.

02/06/2025

Check out winter festivals at White Park in Concord, Chocorua Lake in Tamworth and the Dartmouth campus in Hanover this weekend.

Concord's Black Ice Pond Hockey Championships & Winter Festival returns for its 14th year this weekend.