The WFEA Morning Update

WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

The WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

Listen Monday - Thursday from 6-10am and Friday from 6-9am

The WFEA Morning Update will focus on issues affecting Granite State residents in a fun and informative way.

Jeff Chidester is the host of The WFEA Morning Update. Jeff is a well-known, involved member of the community, with a background in journalism, law enforcement, and broadcasting. Raised in New Hampshire, Jeff has traveled the world extensively, learning and observing other cultures and their impact on America, while always returning to his home state. He served in the US Army, as a police officer in New Hampshire, a writer for the Portsmouth Herald, and as the creator and host of the radio show, Right Here, Right Now. His experience and character align with the “live & local” ideals of WFEA and many of its Granite State listeners.

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

Dr. Dan Rosenbaum: DMC Primary Care

In On-Demand

What is the state of primary care services in NH? What are some ways that local primary care medical providers…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

AARP – NH: Supporting Homebased Caregivers

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What are some of the financial and emotional strains that home-based family caregivers experience? How can we help caregivers? What…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

NE Patriots Roundup: Silencing the ‘Dog Pound’

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The New England Patriots return to Gillette Stadium after three road games. WFEA/Manchester media Group’s sport analyst Pete Terrier joins…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Blame Game for the Shutdown

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Who is getting the blame for the government Shutdown? Both the Democratic and Republican parties are dealing with infighting while…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

Sarah Scott: Zoning, Energy and Other NH Legislative Efforts

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We are joined by Deputy State Director for AFP – NH, Sarah Scott, as we discuss her recent interview with US Senatorial Candidate…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

Turning Point Action: Super Chase Events

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Turning Point Action – New Hampshire is holding two major events on November 1 (Manchester) and November 2 (Berlin) to…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

Derryfield School: Leading Lives of Passion and Purpose

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How is Derryfield School advancing its Arts and Design Program?  What are some of the innovative ways that the staff…

Monday, October 27, 202510/27/2025

Dr. John Lappie: Capital Impasse and Renovations Battles

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Which major political party will ‘blink first’ in the government Shutdown? What effect will the government Shutdown and the ‘controversy’…

Friday, October 24, 202510/24/2025

The best ways to embracing Autumn in the Granite state

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Kris Nielsen from VistNH.Gov shares with guests hosts Walter McFarlane and Chris Bright on the best ways to spend your weekend across the Granite State. 

Friday, October 24, 202510/24/2025

Sen. Perkins-Kowka on how the Government shutdown is impacting residents in her district

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State Senator Rebecca Perkins-Kowka joins guest hosts Walter McFarlane and Chris Bright to discuss the impact the Government shutdown is having on citizens in her district and explains why she thinks lawmakers should consider the impact the increased costs in healthcare is having on the average Granite staters as the debate over passing a continued spending resolution.

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