Author: David Allen-Monadnock Ledger-Transcript

Mike Danis of Danis Construction in Lyndeborough makes pitch for tiny houses

A builder in Lyndeborough is working to address the housing shortage and the affordability issue of many residences

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Peterborough Zoning Board denies Star Mountain appeal

Star Mountain Properties plans to develop more than 50 residential lots in Peterborough, plus a 116-unit development to include workforce housing

Excavation work in Sharon draws questions

Harris Construction made its case at Thursday’s Select Board meeting regarding excavating land in town without notice, permitting or the payment of taxes.

Economic Development Authority of Peterborough, ConVal and the Greater Monadnock Collaborative join forces for job fair

Along with signs outside businesses proclaiming “Now Hiring,” there are news stories about people in various sectors of the economy losing their jobs. An event next month at ConVal is aiming to bring people together to address both issues.

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Rindge Zoning Board approves special exceptions for 52 new housing units off Route 119

The Rindge Zoning Board approved two special exceptions for connected development projects, which plan for a total of 52 new housing units off of Route 119.

Costco targets 2027 opening at former Fox Run Mall site

Costco officials revealed plans to open an 820-parking space membership warehouse club, 16-pump fuel station and tire center at the future Seacoast Landing, the first known tenant of Torrington Properties’ plan for the former Mall at Fox Run and Newington Park Shopping Center.

Bill on housing restrictions on dead-end roads moves forward

Concord has a restriction when it comes to new dead-end streets: no more than 1,000 feet.

Tax returns illuminate how Granite Staters make money

During the last three months, hundreds of thousands of Granite Staters filed federal income taxes for Tax Year 2025.

Commission sets sights on UNESCO recognition for Mount Washington

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Egypt’s Great Pyramids, Arizona’s Grand Canyon … and New Hampshire’s own Mount Washington?

ApprenticeshipNH reports increasing popularity of pre-apprenticeships

On April 9, 2026, ApprenticeshipNH, a workforce training program of the Community College System of NH (CCSNH), partnered with area employers to host the “Pre-Apprenticeship Connection Summit” at NHTI – Concord’s Community College.

Vail says it will provide tax-free options for ski pass holders who only plan to ski in NH

Vail Resorts says it will provide tax-free options for Epic Pass holders who only plan to ski at its New Hampshire ski areas next winter.

Common Man Roadside expands with new Concord location

The Common Man Roadside franchise is expanding again, this time on Manchester Street, less than a mile away from their sit-down restaurant in Concord.