NH replacing GED test

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CONCORD, N.H. -

New Hampshire has picked an alternative to the GED-- starting next year.

Officials say the new high school equivalency test will meet the state's new Common Core State Standards.

The GED is used in nearly all states, but officials chose another option after changes to the test were announced.

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Court documents: Mafia may be involved in Vt. prostitution

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