The Bottom Line: Bar Harbor Bankshares, Connection and Albany International
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Author: Contributed to NH Business Review
NH’S most anticipated new independent luxury resort and spa
Slated to open in 2025, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam will be New Hampshire’s preeminent, 114-room, year-round resort with a 5,000-square-foot spa
State upgrades tax management system and web portal
The latest RIMS and GTC upgrade, which went live Oct. 7, increases security, efficiency and ease of use for both taxpayers and NHDRA staff, and allows NHDRA to expand its transparency and real-time information sharing.
Housing depends on zoning reform, advocates say
Why legislative action in New Hampshire falls short while other states lead the way
REDC announces arts and culture business competition
The Regional Economic Development Center (REDC) announces an Arts and Culture Business Competition, the third in the THRIVE Competition Series, a collection of business challenges that will provide money and momentum to help growing small businesses thrive in New Hampshire. To commemorate its 30th anniversary, REDC will award a total of $30,000 in grant prizes throughout the four competitions.
New Hampshire combats cyber threats together
NH SBDC partners with NH Tech Alliance to provide cybersecurity resources for small to medium-sized businesses
Clapp Family of Sunapee Stays acquires historic Cranmore Inn in North Conway
Cranmore Inn will undergo a full cosmetic remodel under the Clapps' ownership, bringing a fresh design theme to the historic property
Introducing The Residence at 1000 Elm: where historic charm meets modern luxury
200 luxury apartments on 10 floors of the Brady Sullivan tower at 1000 Elm Street is open to renters in downtown Manchester
Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications announces fall 2024 classes
The Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications has announced its fall lineup, which includes a new "pro" series. The school offers an array of courses, with topics including public speaking, First Amendment freedoms, social media video production, misinformation and using…
New report shows the status of girls in New Hampshire
Data highlights disparate outcomes by gender, race, ethnicity, and geography, due to historical, political, economic, and social inequities
Catholic Charities awarded $625,000 in tax credits for Peterborough housing project
Vose Farm Residences, expected to break ground this summer, will feature mixed-income, one- and two-bedroom apartments available to individuals or families earning up to 60% of the area’s median income
Businesses sought for UNH Entrepreneurship Internship Fall 2024 program
Program connects businesses with innovative and entrepreneurial-minded students to help grow their companies by placing value in mentorship, skill building and knowledge growth
People and Property: Real Estate and Construction News From Around NH
Central Manchester Rail Trail plans take shape, historic downtown Portsmouth building sells ... and more
Travelers Risk Index shows rise in distracted driving
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, business executives said they have instituted distracted driving policies, and many have reinforced that guidance
11 housing projects coming to Concord
Developers taking advantage of Concord’s opportunity for growth plan projects to assist with housing crisis
Opinion: The PDA has not earned trust in the fixed-based operator issue
Why many are concerned about Million Air’s proposed construction site
More news from NHBR:
Making a bid on workforce development
New Hampshire employers are seeking polished professionals with real-life experiences, but they may have to look beyond the traditional recruiting methods to find them. One example of an overlooked workforce development program is the NH 4-H Livestock Auction.
What the new child care business tax credit could mean for New Hampshire
As a result of this legislative session, New Hampshire will have a Child Day Care Creation Tax Credit Program for businesses starting in 2027. The state joins 25 others with incentives for businesses to invest in expanding the child care supply.
Rochester looks to block data centers with zoning law. Will it work?
City officials are taking steps they hope will prevent data centers from locating in Rochester.
NH attorney general joins push for federal hemp regulations
New Hampshire is wading into the fight over federal hemp regulation.
Tenovi earns national ranking
Becoming a top-ranked private company in the United States came as a bit of a surprise to the team at Tenovi, a Portsmouth-based developer of connected medical devices.
The wonder of wool
Minus33 Merino Wool Clothing is a new, old company that in 2026 is celebrating 110 years of family ownership in Ashland, a small town in central New Hampshire, as well as a major expansion, all while being fully committed to making the best Merino wool products available.
NH’s commercial real estate holding steady
Interstate 93 corridor is becoming a big draw for both office and industrial
New state law empowers homeowners with ‘balcony’ solar panels
With a new state law set to go into effect with the dawn of a new year in 2027, Granite Staters will be able to install so-called “balcony solar” panels for home use.
Shortening the line: from food insecurity to job security
Gather’s new culinary education program, Fresh Start, is a way to teach people with employment challenges the kitchen skills and life skills they need to have a career in the food service industry
