‘Caution and conversion’ was the commercial real estate theme in 2025
Recent reports show that the conversion of office space to residential units drove the commercial market last year
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2026 Best of Business Awards
The BOB Awards have assembled an all-star league of business superheroes — and now it’s time to honor this powerhouse lineup with an unforgettable celebration. Join us as we recognize the best businesses in the state, chosen by our readers and the customers who rely on them every day.
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AMR releases year-end opioid overdose stats for Nashua & Manchester
American Medical Response (AMR) released its annual suspected opioid overdose statistical report earlier this month for New Hampshire’s two largest cities, Manchester and Nashua. Both communities experienced record low numbers.
Foam recycling trial run planned for Dublin
Dublin is considering whether to join 27 other New Hampshire towns in a statewide Styrofoam recycling program and will host a trial foam collection event on Saturday, Jan. 31, with a snow date of Feb. 7.
Coalition addresses increase in electricity rate
Following news of Nashua Community Power’s increased electricity rate for the next rate period, Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH) gave a presentation to the Board of Aldermen (BOA) during a special meeting to discuss the rate change and give an overview of Nashua Community Power.
Judge dismisses Hampton lawsuit over property taxes
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by more than 70 Hampton taxpayers who argued the town’s 2024 revaluation — which led to increased tax bills — was conducted unfairly and unlawfully.
(Opinion) Drive more value through consumer-friendly benefits
Providing benefits aimed at meeting diverse needs may provide a more affordable approach to care
(Opinion) Winter heating costs and navigating affordability
Winter in New England can be unforgiving. Throughout the bitter cold mornings, seemingly constant snow and early sunsets, we hear the steady hum of heating systems reminding us they are working overtime to keep our homes warm.
(Opinion) Banking locally drives our local economy
Making deposits at local banks means more money being reinvested in your community
(Opinion) SNAP: strengthening New Hampshire’s families and economy
Data illuminates how SNAP benefits are actually being used by consumers
Tax amnesty
There are no magic wands in tax disputes, but the current New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration (DRA) tax amnesty program is about as close as it gets.
Sustainability starts with what we do best
Sanborn Head’s ‘Go Green Team’ practices sustainability at the engineering firm
New research shows high costs, limited funding led to decline in early education programs in NH
Slim profit margins, high operating costs, low staff compensation and limited government funding led to an 11% net loss in licensed child care programs in New Hampshire between 2017 and 2025, according to new research from the UNH Carsey School of Public Policy.
Cold snap and new snowmaker boost Concord’s cross-country ski scene
Despite fresh snow in Concord over a recent weekend, the nonprofit Ski The Beav was busy stashing away as much man-made snow as possible Volunteers began pumping snow onto Beaver Meadow with the newly purchased snowmaker to get the course ready for cross-country skiing and racing.
The Bottom Line: Planet Fitness, Itaconix, and Astris AI
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Summit Packaging Systems founder Gordon Gilroy dies at 101
Gordon Crossman Gilroy, 101, passed away peacefully at his home in Bedford, New Hampshire, on January 27, 2026. Gilroy founded Summit Packaging Systems, a Manchester-based company that makes aerosol valves.
Mall at Fox Run owner, town eye tax district for new Seacoast Landing
Torrington Properties and Newington officials are discussing the creation of a tax increment financing district at the site of the soon-to-be-razed Mall at Fox Run, where the company is preparing to construct the new Seacoast Landing shopping district.
