Do we need more energy or more conservation?
Carsey report recharges debate over power supply
Author: Bob Sanders
Timberland’s brand value takes a hit in new report
Consulting firm says company’s brand is worth $1.54 billion
New Hampshire’s per capita income is fifth in the nation
Federal report says state’s income growth rate is tops in New England
Top Ruger execs got big pay hikes in 2016
CEO led the way with 70 percent compensation increase
National Grid proposes NH-Vt. high-power transmission line
Project would bring Canadian electricity to New England
PUC rejects Eversource-Hydro-Quebec power deal
Ruling shoots down plan to guarantee 100 megawatts of energy for NH
NH Senate OKs $60 million tax credit for business investment
Small Business Jobs Fund Act aimed at boosting ‘growth’ industries
Senate OKs expansion of lead testing, abatement
Bill would provide remediation funding to landlords
Senate gives preliminary OK to spending on job training
But votes down eliminating one-week waiting period for first unemployment check
New Hampshire ranks highest in firearms manufacturing study
Per capita sales of nearly $793 per person is tops in U.S.
NH Senate OKs, then tables, cross-border health insurance
Bill would allow sale of out-of-state plans without state-mandated benefits
NH Senate votes down minimum wage hike
Bill would have raised hourly rate to $12 by September 2018
Report shines light on New Hampshire’s business tax take
Tax Foundation study says state collected most corporate income tax per capita
NH Senate OKs upping Section 179 deduction to $500,000
But three tax credit proposals sent back to committee
NH House votes down minimum wage hike, OKs biweekly pay proposal
Effort to give employers immunity on job references rejected in Senate
NH Senate OKs spending millions to address worker shortage
But final price tag awaits determination
NH House OKs rules for fantasy sports, drones
Regulations would govern contests played for money, enhance privacy from drones
By one vote, NH House rejects tighter foreclosure rules
Bill would have required signed verification before proceeding
House votes to keep bitcoins unregulated in New Hampshire
Endorses measure to exempt the currency from state banking rules
House bill seeks local tax break for new business construction
Coos County exemption would be allowed statewide
Five New Hampshire businesses filed for bankruptcy in Feb.
After three months of no business filings
Questions proliferate over health care in NH
Minuteman Health, a Consumer Operated and Oriented Plan, or CO-OP, created via the Affordable Care Act, might be the last health insurer standing for individuals in New Hampshire. That is, if Obamacare dies or staggers around wounded after changes sought…
Albany International’s 2016 revenues rise
But net income falls slightly
With a few exceptions, NH employers are reticent in response to Trump travel ban
SNHU president worries about ‘chilling effect’
House OKs upping BPT income thresholds
The NH House quietly passed a bill Wednesday that would result in fewer businesses having to file a business profits tax return.
NH lawmakers seek further business tax cuts
Despite Sununu’s budget plan keeping current reductions in place
NH House panel puts the brakes on paid family leave effort
Labor committee votes to put measure off until 2018
$12 minimum wage proposal killed in New Hampshire House committee
Measure would have upped hourly rate by 2020
New Hampshire bankruptcy filings edge up in January
But for second consecutive month, no businesses file for protection
Building block
Continued state construction aid for schools vexes districts, construction companies
Manchester Millyard map illustrates high tech hot bed
Illustration include 30 companies and counting
Paid family leave bill scrutinized at hearing
No opposition surfaces as NH House committee reviews measure
Physician shortage tops concerns of state’s health centers
Medicaid expansion, ACA repeal add to ‘great uncertainty’
Three Manchester Millyard buildings change hands
Binnie adds about 500,000 square feet to his Manchester real estate portfolio
Citing ‘pet peeve,’ NH rep seeks to overturn smoking ban
Lodging & Restaurant Association opposes bill
NH House bill seeks to give Legislature some of PUC’s authority
Measure would give lawmakers say over systems benefit charge increases
FairPoint buyer starts with a cleaner slate
Outlook looks more hopeful for Illinois telecom firm
New Hampshire to get $7.2 million in Moody’s settlement
In deal, company agrees it manipulated mortgage-backed securities ratings
House bill seeks to raise landlord compensation in rent proceedings
Measure would double maximum award in landlord-tenant court
Sununu: ‘New Hampshire is open for business’
In inaugural speech, governor calls for tax cuts, energy projects
Proposal calls for state to seed college savings accounts
Concord rep’s plan would provide $200 to New Hampshire children
A new State House reality
Business groups see a changed political landscape
Drop in bankruptcy filings continues as 2016 ends
Another near record low reached in December
Two House bills propose funding increase for STEM program
Pre-engineering and technology curriculum would expand to elementary schools
DRED proposes increasing ERZ tax credit
Bill would increase Economic Revitalization Zones tax credit to $1.4 million
An invigorated economy
Despite labor pains, New Hampshire’s business picture looks rosy
Compromise sought on energy standards in NH building code
Key provision would tighten up new homes, but fall short of national recommendation
Bradley seeks to cut BPT rate to 7.5%
NH Senate GOP leader to sponsor added business tax cuts through 2021
New Hampshire’s unemployment rate at lowest level since 2001
Transportation, warehousing jobs set the pace for job growth
NH employers worry over Trump immigration plans
About 6 percent of state workforce is foreign-born
More news from NHBR:
Executive Council pauses $773M federal rural health spending
The NH Executive Council paused the approval of $773 million in federal spending contracts for the “GO NORTH” rural health program Wednesday, March 4, putting the brakes on a major initiative of Gov. Kelly Ayotte after councilors said the contracts were rushed and needed more scrutiny.
Health issues are starting earlier in the workforce
Employer health benefits costs are rising faster than inflation and wage growth, putting continued pressure on employer-sponsored plans. According to KFF’s 2025 Employer Health Benefits Survey, per-employee benefit costs increased 6% in 2025, with another 6.5% increase projected for 2026.
The essential role of a health plan in New Hampshire
When families face a cancer diagnosis, mental health crisis, or any unexpected change in their health, the last thing they should worry about is navigating a complicated health care system. But for many, that is exactly what they face. Complex benefits, rising out-of-pocket costs and uncertainty about where to turn can add stress to already difficult moments.
(Opinion) A nursing pipeline is health care’s lifeline
The country’s declining pool of health care workers is a threat to the functionality of the U.S. health care system
NH company shines light on UV therapy for autoimmune conditions
Started in 2021, Cytokind describes itself as 'the global leader in using UVB light to treat immune disorders and improve survival and the quality of life for patients'
CairnSurgical aims to make breast cancer surgery more precise
Lebanon company’s technology helps surgeons pinpoint size, shape of tumors
In need of nurses
Amid statewide shortage, schools and hospitals aim to increase workforce
Officials concerned about Medicaid law conflicts
Some state officials and lawmakers are concerned that New Hampshire’s incoming Medicaid premium system may conflict with provisions in Congress’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
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.
