Health care costs pinch Granite Staters, but not as hard as rest of country
Failure to restore ACA tax cuts will only make things worse, according to U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan
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Preparation drives long-term business growth
One of the things I enjoy most about working with New Hampshire business owners is hearing what they’re building toward. Whether it’s growth, succession or greater stability, our conversations are almost always about the future.
Preparing for a smooth leadership transition
Succession planning for your business goes beyond naming the next leader. It involves preserving continuity for your employees and customers, as well as supporting the company’s long-term success.
Halfway through 2026 — the market tug of war
As we close out Q2 and review the year so far, there are several interesting dynamics at play.
Council postpones vote on hiring law firms
Londonderry’s Town Council is at odds over legal matters pertaining to hiring outside law firms to handle complaints and allegations of misconduct against the town manager.
U.S. DOL issues 4 new wage, hour opinion letters
On May 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (DOL) published four new opinion letters addressing a variety of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) questions.
New lawsuit alleges coordinated fraud
As Service Credit Union (SCU) seeks a new chapter of federal bankruptcy for an unfinished senior living campus in Littleton, it filed a lawsuit in state court last month against the owners and lenders, whom it accuses of coordinated fraud and embezzlement involving a $30 million SCU construction loan.
Court hearing on legality of Woodstock, Vt., police chief’s demotion
The attorney for an ousted police chief argued against the legality of his demotion to patrol officer at a Tuesday, June 30, court hearing. The town’s attorney insisted that the chief’s behavior had violated policy repeatedly and warranted action by the town.
Food fight in Merrimack
Fidelity teams compete to pack 50,000 meals for the New Hampshire Food Bank
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: What It Means for New Hampshire
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is the most significant federal housing legislation enacted in decades, containing a wide range of reforms designed to modernize housing programs and expand housing opportunities nationwide.
NOAA building at UNH seen as ‘transformative’ for NH
The new building in Durham’s western edge will anchor a 60-acre, mixed-use project of academic, corporate, government, residential and entertainment uses.
(Opinion) Take the SBA 250 Small Business Pledge
Celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday with an entrepreneurial spirit
(Opinion) NH’s strongest trade partnership hiding in plain sight
U.S., Canada demonstrate the value of reliable partnership across the border
Markets & Main Streets: Rural housing challenges
Without affordable housing, young people cannot afford to be here. Nowhere in the state is the need to attract younger populations more of an economic priority than in rural communities.
Improving Performance: Learning from those below us
Managers would be wise to pay attention to what their reports have to say
Sustainability Spotlight: Sustainable investing reset
Sustainable investing has undergone a reset. The excitement and lofty promises that accompanied the rise of ESG have given way to skepticism, political debate and a healthy demand for accountability.
Cook on Concord: Filing period is over
Now that the filing period for political office is over, things have become a little clearer. Who is running and who is not, and choices facing the voters have become focused.
