In twist, reforestation threatens some species
(By Robert Braile, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
CONCORD - It has become common in New Hampshire and across New England to praise the return of forests, the majestic trees that had blanketed the region prior to European settlement 400 years ago but which were virtually wiped out by the early part of this century, first due to farming, and later by logging.

Guidance is sought on judging the judges
Sealing records sows confusion
(By Shirley Elder, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
Members of the Supreme Court's Judicial Conduct Committee will meet Thursday with chiefs of all state courts to try to find a way out of the hot water the JCC has gotten into lately.

Home is where the party is
A family's annual picnic inspired towns' traditional celebrations
(By Stacy Milbouer, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
It may have started as a huge publicity stunt to lure people back when the economy was ailing, but Old Home Days turned into a New Hampshire tradition that spread nationwide and has lasted over a century.

Derry sees financial sense in open space
(By Rachel M. Collins, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
DERRY - When Allen Grinnell looks out over the 68 acres adjacent to the rambling colonial farmhouse his family has lived in for three generations, he is thankful for the open space.

Nowhere to go but up
Family's chosen sport is motorcycle hillclimbing
(By Bob Reinert, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
CANAAN - After revving the powerful 1,600 cc engine a few times, Shawn Farnsworth spun up the hill on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. In his wake, he left a shower of dirt and rock.

HANDYMAN ON CALL
Spray vinegar on weeds
(By Peter Hotton, Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
Q. I have a gravel driveway and guess what's growing through the gravel? Weeds, a lot of weeds and grass. How can I get rid of them and keep them away?

Riders prepare to jump at Attitash
(By Bob Reinert, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)

AN OUTSIDER'S VIEW
Let's also keep in mind these issues
(By Hank Nichols, Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
During the weeks ahead we are sure to hear plenty of talk about school funding and Chief Justice David Brock. But there are other things we might want to think about this election year. We might even ask the candidates about them.

GRANITE CHIPS
Amherst school teacher is selected for trip to Japan
(By Cathleen Genova, Globe Correspondent, 8/13/2000)
Gina Casale of Hollis will be one of 200 teachers from all 50 states to travel across the globe this October to make an education connection between two cultures.

New crowd-control device is approved for jail use
(By Associated Press, 8/13/2000)
BOSCAWEN - Merrimack County jail officials soon may have a new way to break up fights among inmates.

Backyard Birder
Give some thought to the snowy owl
(By Mark Wilson, Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
In the indolent haze and thunderstorms of summer, I know what bird you aren't thinking about.

The fine art of problem solving
New institute hall serves Manchester
(By Ralph Jimenez, Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
MANCHESTER - The New Hampshire Institute of Art, the state's first and only independent college of art, will open Margaret and Mary Fuller Hall tomorrow.

Who's What Where
(By Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
Carole Landry of Hudson has been promoted to vice president-operations manager with St. Mary's Bank, Manchester.

Calendar
(By Globe Staff, 8/13/2000)
Everyone wanted for outdoor concert - The Merrimack Concert Association invites amateur and professional musicians to an open rehearsal and performance Aug. 15, 7 pm at Abbie Griffin Park at the bandstand in Merrimack. Open to residents in all towns. Call 424-0558. Auditions: The Actorsingers of Nashua are auditioning for their fall production of ''Fiddler on the Roof,'' Aug. 14 and 15, 7 pm at Actorsingers Hall on 219 Lake St. The show will be stage Nov. 10, 11 and 12. Call 889-9691. Or www.actorsingers.org.