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- Country: United States
- Capital: Concord NH
- Governor: John LynchOfficial Site: John Lynch
- Population: 1,314,895 (2006)U.S. Census Bureau: New Hampshire
- Founded: June 21, 1788
- Time zones: EST
- Major cities: Concord NH, Manchester NH, Nashua NH, Portsmouth NH
- Highest Point: Mount Washington
- Motto: "Live free or die"
- Nickname: The Granite State
- First state to have its own constitution
- New Hampshire has no income tax
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New Hampshire, the 9th state in the Union, is located in New England and is bordered by Quebec, Canada, Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts. It is primarily made up of individuals of French Canadian, French, Irish, English, Italian, German and Scottish descent.
The state of New Hampsire became the sixth state in the union to sign into law the legalization of gay marriage. Governor of the state signed it into law on June 3, 2009, after revisions to the bill were made by the state senate.The New York Times: New Hampshire Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage (June 3, 2009)
State Items
- Bird: Purple Finch
- Flower: Purple Lilac
- Animal: White-Tailed Deer
- Insect: Ladybugs
- Butterfly: Karner blue butterfly
- Fruit: Pumpkin
- Wildflower: Pink Ladyslipper
- Tree: White Birch
- Rock:Granite
- Mineral: Beryl
- Gem: Smokey Quartz
- Soil: Marlow
Famous New Hampshire People
The Flag of New Hampshire
New Hampshire Statehouse
Construction of the New Hampshire Statehouse began in 1816 with granite cut from nearby Swenson Quarries considerable costs were cut by having the stone cut, shaped and faced by prisoners from the New Hampshire State Prison. The approximate cost of building the statehouse was $82,000.00 and the New Hampshire Statehouse is the oldest statehouse still in use in the United States
Lake Winnipesaukee
The largest lake in the New England at 72 square miles, Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire has 253 islands and is the centerpiece of New Hampshire's lakes region. Surrounded by scenery and tourist attractions, from Weirs Beach to Center Harbor NH and back down to Alton Bay, Lake Winnipeusakee is home to some of New Hampshire's best recreational activities and scenic vistas.
http://www.winnipesaukee.com/
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New Hampshire Weather
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Current ConditionsConcord, NH as of Tue, 08 Dec 2009 6:51 am EST
Fair
16°F(-9°C)Barometer: 30.2 rising Humidity: 85% Visibility: 8 mi Wind: 0 mph Sunrise: 7:04 am Sunset: 4:10 pm -
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SunnyHigh: 39°F (3°C)
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Tomorrow's Forecast
Snow to Rain/WindHigh: 37°F (2°C)
Low: 31°F (-1°C)
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New Hampshire News
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Murder trial for NH woman charged in Sox-NYY death
NASHUA, NH—A second degree murder trial has started for a New Hampshire woman charged with killing a man with her car after allegedly being taunted for ... (December 07, 2009)Boston Globe -
No 'butts' about it
New Hampshire's effort to control smoking in public places is moving in the direction of state coastal beaches and parks — 23 locations in all. ... (December 08, 2009)Foster's Daily Democrat -
NH girl, 13, said to assault dance aide
AP - December 8, 2009 6:45 AM ET MANCHESTER, NH (AP) - Officials say a 13-year-old Manchester girl assaulted a teacher's aide at a dance at the Hillside ... (December 08, 2009)WCAX -
NH emergency officials hold session on ice storm
AP - December 8, 2009 6:05 AM ET CONCORD, NH (AP) - New Hampshire officials are reviewing the state's response to the December 2008 ice storm, ... (December 08, 2009)WCAX
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New Hampshire on Amazon
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Southern New Hampshire Trail Guide, 2nd: AMC Guide to Hiking Mt. Monadnock, Mt. Cardigan, and the Lakes Region (AMC Hiking Guide Series) - $18.95
Now completely revised and updated to include trails in newly accessible natural areas, this comprehensive guide to southern New Hampshire's mountain and parks is a must for e...Amazon
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New Hampshire Wildcats Adult Adjustable Hat - $15.99
Top of the World offers a wide selection of college hats for every type of customer. Whether you are the #1 fan, an alumni or a proud parent; we have a hat for you.Amazon
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Best Loop Hikes: New Hampshire's White Mountains to the Maine Coast (Best Hikes) - $16.95
It-s new scenery every step of the way with the only guide dedicated to loop hikes in New Hampshire and Maine - 60 hikes throughout New Hampshire and Maine, from easy half-day trip...Amazon
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The New Hampshire Gardener's Companion: An Insider's Guide to Gardening in the Granite State (Gardening Series) - $14.95
Easy-to-understand, detailed information about the ins and outs of gardening in New Hampshire, from master gardeners, New Hampshire gardening writers, and other local exp...Amazon
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New Hampshire Sports Powered by Google
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New Hampshire Motor Speedway
New Hampshire Motor Speedway currently hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races in June and September.mhlo.me -
American Hockey League: Manchester Monarchs
Homepage of the Manchester Monarchs, American Hockey League affiliate of the Los Angeles Kingsmonarchshockey.com -
AA Eastern League Affiliate: New Hampshire Fisher Cats
Homepage of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, Eastern League AA affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays.nhfishercats.com
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New Hampshire Vacations
- Mahalo's Guide to a New Hampshire Vacation
- Official Tourism Site: VisitNH.gov
- Official Site: New Hampshire State Parks and Recreation Commission
- Frommer's: New Hampshire Travel Guide
New Hampshire Questions
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What is the New Hampshire state flower? 2 AnswersThe New Hampshire state flower is the Purple Lilac. New Hampshire also has a stater wild flower this flower is called the Pink Lady Slipper read more -
New Hampshire is fire resistant, right? 5 AnswersFor the most part New Hampshire is NOT fire resistant. Please behave accordingly and do not risk harm to yourself or others by being careless with fire. The New... read more
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Who wants to start a New Hampshire bigfoot investigation guild? 2 AnswersI would. I love a good mystery even if the effort might seem futile. Bigfoot sightings have been reported in New Hampshire over the years. I believe Bigfoot mig... read more
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What might be some business models for a Non-Profit Organization that could be developed and run successfully by High School students? 4 AnswersI think you'll need to clarify your question before you get any helpful answers. For me, I have at least the following questions... 1) Do you really mean "busin... read more
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User Recommended Links for New Hampshire | Suggest a Link
Poll: Clinton, Obama tied in New Hampshire - CNN.comThe race for Demo. front runner is going to be a close one.
cnn.com Recommended by baler78 on January 6, 2008New Hampshire to Recount Ballots in Light of Controversy | Threat Level from Wired.comThey had to do it with all the rumors swimming around.
blog.wired.com Recommended by baler78 on January 11, 2008New Hampshire Comments on Backtype Powered by Backtype
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“Check or Checkmate” – Will Clinton Win in the End?
[...] Dems are prone to self-loathing, I think open Democratic hatred of the Clintons took hold after the New Hampshire primary when the Obama campaign began to paint the Clintons as racists. I have several AA friends who [...]Zaladonis | http://riverdaughter.wordpress.com/ Original | Permalink (December 08, 2009 09:15 AM) -
Demographic of Reddit: an experiment
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Santorum Provides More Suggestion of 2012 Run
[...] McCain voters from last time. If all those things happen, then Romney may win Iowa. Oh, and as for New Hampshire, being the front-runner is pure poison there. The voters of the Granite State hate being told who [...]Jonathan | http://race42008.com/ Original | Permalink (December 08, 2009 07:34 AM) -
Society Definition ..-> Sippican Choral Society offers soaring Christmas concert Relay...
MURRIETA: Man achieves life goal by celebrating 100th birthday Relay for Life is fast approaching at the University of New Hampshire http://www.askyahoosearch.commystery creature | http://friendfeed.com/ Original | Permalink (December 08, 2009 06:12 AM) -
The EPA CO2 regulation – Dec 7th 2009, a day we will not soon forget
[...] -7-a-climate-date-that-will-live-in-infamy/I find it poetic justice that we have I-5 to LA closed, New Hampshire has reduced the speed limit to 45 mph due to snow, and there is a blizzard warning for N. [...]E.M.Smith | http://wattsupwiththat.com/ Original | Permalink (December 08, 2009 05:54 AM)
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N.H. emergency officials hold session on ice storm: CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire offi.. http://bit.ly/5cFHgG #PortsmouthNH
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Cultivating a culture of health & wellness - a prescription with priceless results (New Hampshire Business Review) http://bit.ly/5DeX8c
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New post: Snowy Sunday, or Why I Live in New Hampshire, or Look at the Pretty Pictures, Please: http://bit.ly/5TjZq7
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car fire on 495 by new hampshire ave.......they must have had The Grand Opening in the stereo system
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