NH property taxes not only among highest in country, but vary widely from town to town
New report shows the state's disproportionate reliance on property taxes, among the highest in the nation
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Identifying mental health needs in the workplace
The new report by Lyra Health reveals that 1 in 3 employees feels they are merely surviving, while half of the workforce struggles to stay engaged. This webinar explores the legal, ethical, and clinical considerations of mental health in the workplace and how employers can foster a culture that supports both employee well-being and the bottom line.
Join us for this free webinar on Thursday, April 16.
Leadership Unscripted
It’s easy to assume top CEOs have flawlessly navigated their careers, but the reality is often much messier. Join us for an unfiltered morning with the senior executives who didn’t just lead companies—they built cultures and shaped New Hampshire’s business landscape. Come hear the candid stories behind their journeys, from the high-stakes wins to the challenges that became their greatest turning points.
Join us at The Rex Theatre in Manchester on Thursday, June 4
Identifying mental health needs in the workplace
How employers address mental health in the workplace has a profound impact on employee well-being, company culture and the bottom line. This webinar will address the legal, ethical, clinical and practical considerations behind mental health in the workplace.
The New England energy market
Rising demand, transmission constraints, and the push for regional solutions
Rugg family, Exeter settle land dispute
The Rugg family and the Town of Exeter have settled their long running land dispute, clearing the way for a developer to proceed with a housing development to be built on the Exeter-Newfields town line.
(Opinion) Novus Public Affairs’ 30-year anniversary: Paul Young’s meaningful mark on NH
For nearly six decades, Paul Young has been a constant, if often understated, presence in public and government affairs, both in New Hampshire and beyond. Since founding Novus Public Affairs in 1996, Young has helped shape how businesses, nonprofits and political leaders communicate and connect with the world around them, leaving a mark on the state that is hard to measure but easy to feel.
(Opinion) A legacy of impact: the McCourts’ gift to Great Bay Community College students
When Emerson McCourt passed away in 2006, he left behind an extensive tool collection, meticulous instructions and a commitment to Great Bay Community College (GBCC) students that continues today.
Letter to the editor: UNH is home to the state’s largest school of nursing
UNH is home to the state’s largest school of nursing
(Opinion) Losing the ‘advantage’ for seniors
New Hampshire is falling behind in the care of our aging population
Right-to-know office remains empty after cuts
Nine months after the office that handles disputes over access to public records was vacated, the state has yet to staff it.
The debt and deficit blues
Even before the Iran war, the federal budget was already $2 trillion out of balance
The dual effect of the CDFA tax credit program
First-time-participant M&T Bank cites community’s ‘strong relationships’
Reviving Berlin
Two years ago, for the first time in more than a decade, the City of Berlin turned a page, beginning a new chapter energized by fresh leadership and renewed hope for a brighter future. In January 2024, Robert Cone, a Republican, was sworn in as mayor following a closely contested election that brought new energy and ideas to City Hall. His victory marked a clear moment of change for residents eager to see Berlin revitalized and thriving once again. Now serving his second term, Cone ran unopposed in what was long considered a Democratic stronghold, a powerful sign of growing confidence in his leadership.
Independent contractor rules may be changing
On February 26, 2026, the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division released a new notice of proposed rulemaking that would significantly revise the test used under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for determining independent contractor status, marking the third major change to the federal independent contractor rule in less than five years.
Building your AI-ready workforce
Most business owners come to me with technology questions. Which AI tool should we use? What platform is best for our industry? How much will it cost? I get it. Technology feels tangible. It’s something you can research, compare and buy.
The Bottom Line: Albany International, Connection and Unitil
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Littleton company aims for a big bite of the outdoor business
Adventure Ready Brands makes health and safety products at North Country industrial park
Take 5: WalletHub study, employment rate and housing preference
NH Business Review's biweekly snapshot of business and industry statistics
