Canada’s take on Northern Pass
Consul general calls it an ‘opportunity’
Author: Jeff Feingold
NH Board of Education adopts new science standards
They ‘will help our students develop fundamental academic knowledge and 21st century skills’
Seacoast single-family home sales fall
Condo sales up from a year ago, but home sales down 18.8 percent
Owner of Loon, Mt. Sunapee sells its holdings
CNL Lifestyle Properties announces completion of $830 million exit strategy
Brady Sullivan proposes housing units at Keene retail-office complex
Variance sought to build 90 apartments at Colony Mill Marketplace
Dyn issues analysis of ‘complex and sophisticated’ cyberattacks
Company identifies Mirai botnet as primary weapon in attack
Q&A with social entrepreneur Gretchen Ki Steidle
‘If we’re going to help advance social change, then we have to work with the people who are going to advance that social change,’ says Gretchen Ki Steidle, founder of Portsmouth-based Global Grassroots.
Surveys conflict over Millennials’ role in the housing market
Zillow says they’re driving the market; NeighborWorks says they still face hurdles
Q&A with attorney Jack Middleton
Jack Middleton, shown here after receiving the Nixon-Zachos Award from the NH Bar Foundation in June, recently celebrated his 60th year as an attorney with the Manchester-based firm of McLane Middleton.
Littleton Food Co-Op expansion moves forward
Project awarded $6.8 million in New Markets Tax Credits
NIH awards DoseOptics another $2 million to improve radiotherapy safety
SBIR grant brings NH startup’s total to $3.4 million
New Hampshire opts to explore its own public safety telecom network
Executive Council vote paves way for potentially opting out of federal effort
Lonza leases more space at Pease
Growing company also acquires California firm
Home prices continue to rise in New Hampshire
4.2 percent annual hike in July
Q&A with former Nashville Mayor Karl Dean
‘Diverse cities work best,’ he says
Retail report: Southern New Hampshire vacancy rate up
Sports Authority closings lead to jump from a year ago
Londonderry laser firm purchased by Florida company
Faro Technologies sees ‘tremendous potential’ in acquisition
Deal with state clears way for fifth Glen House Hotel
Executive Council OKs long-term lease of Auto Road property
Construction’s contribution to economy increases in NH
ABC report says industry accounted for 3.4% of state’s GDP
23 New Hampshire companies on 2016 Inc. 5000
Londonderry logistics firm named to top 25 on magazine’s list
NH residential sales, inventory fall in July
Realtors report first decrease in sales since February 2015
Consolidation continues among region’s broadband providers
Oak Hill Capital Partners acquires Vermont-based Sovernet
DSCI readies Manchester office expansion
20% increase in space, added employees in the works
Survey: Rents continue to climb in New Hampshire
15 percent increase over five years seen across state
UNH’s IOL launches SDN Consortium to foster industry collaboration
Effort makes available lab’s multimillion-dollar collection of switches for testing
New rule requires smoke-free policy for future low-income units
NHHFA decision makes NH the fifth state with housing tax credit requirement
Seacoast single-family sales set June record
But condo sales fall after high-volume May
Birch Hill Terrace-RiverWoods affiliation OKd
Agreement aims to bring ‘fresh ideas and resources to the table’
Brian Toohey leaves DEKA for PhRMA post
Takes senior veep job at pharmaceutical advocacy organization
Consolidation continues in region’s fiber-optic industry
Oak Hill Capital Partners to acquire Oxford Networks
New Hampshire home prices rise 3.4% in May
Year-over-year increase in Manchester-Nashua region was 3.1%
NH’s construction unemployment rates drops in May
3.6 percent figure is 13th-lowest in nation
Mixed-use project at former Macy’s site gets a new name
Dallas-based developer renames development Market and Main
Is a storm brewing in commercial real estate?
Fed, Pimco issue warnings on U.S. market
SMP Architecture settles suit over Vt. library
Town sued firm over failure of former Baybutt Construction
Q&A with mental health advocate Barbara Van Dahlen
Barbara Van Dahlen, center, founder of the Campaign to Change Direction, with Peter Evers, left, of Concord-based Riverbend Community Health, and former NH Supreme Court Chief Justice John Broderick, co-chair of the statewide effort to teach people to be aware of the five signs of emotional suffering.
Administrators to leave Dartmouth tech transfer office
Gerngross, Davis say their work in revamping policy is accomplished
NH window restoration company fined $40,000 by OSHA
Agency cites violations involving lead, other hazards
NH’s Adaptive Communications acquired by Denver firm
Optiv Security seeks to expand New England presence
SBA makes ‘504 Refi’ program permanent
Long-term, low-rate loans used to refinance commercial real estate debt
NH’s construction jobless rate falls to 5% in April
But state’s national ranking also drops to No. 17
Hanover establishes energy-efficiency district
Special financing for commercial buildings available under state’s C-PACE program
Dyn co-founder Hitchcock resigns as company’s CEO
Will remain on staff; Baum to oversee operations
Study finds NH has third-highest median property tax rate
CoreLogic puts state just behind New York and just ahead of New Jersey
Maine bank acquires NH’s Lake Sunapee Bank Group
$143 million deal would create $3.3 billion company
NH Senate panel hears renewed call for rail funding
Proponents seek reinstatement of $4m in federal funds for project planning
NH senators eye SBIR reauthorization, MEP improvements
Shaheen bill would make SBIR program permanent; Ayotte eyes MEP expansion
Q&A with branding expert Simon Mainwaring
‘There has been a fundamental shift in the way that brands relate with their customers,’ says branding consultant and author Simon Mainwaring.
Report offers picture of commercial drone use in New Hampshire
Aerial survey, photography, real estate top applications
NH’s February construction unemployment sixth lowest in U.S.
6% industry jobless rate is 2.5% lower than a year ago
More news from NHBR:
NH economist lowers forecast for 2026
A key New Hampshire economist has trimmed down to 2.2% his forecast for the growth in the state's economy this for 2026, citing lackluster consumer confidence and the uncertainty of the U.S. war against Iran.
Federal data: Outdoor recreation generates $4.2B for NH economy
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) earlier this month released its latest Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account data, reaffirming outdoor recreation as a major driver of New Hampshire’s economy and a significant contributor nationwide.
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.
Christopher Ellms Jr. confirmed to chair PUC
Christopher Ellms Jr. received a 4-1 vote from the executive council on Wednesday, March 4, to become the next chair of the state’s Public Utilities Commission.
MilliporeSigma’s Prescott Road project gets green light for grading in wetland buffer
The Jaffrey Zoning Board approved a request on March 3 allowing grading and earthwork within wetland setbacks on Prescott Road as part of MilliporeSigma’s plan to improve wastewater treatment capacity at its facility.
NH Media Teachers and Media Power Youth partner to expand state film festival
New Hampshire Media Teachers and Media Power Youth (MPY) have announced a strategic partnership for the 2026 NH High School Short Film Festival (NHHSSFF). This collaboration introduces a new category designed to celebrate the students, educators and community members who help New Hampshire’s schools and neighborhoods thrive.
Uneven trends in income and poverty across New Hampshire
New U.S. Census Bureau data offer a detailed look at how New Hampshire residents have fared during and following the COVID-19 pandemic. This data, covering the five years of 2020-24, provides insight into long-term trends in income and poverty across different regions and demographic groups.
Laconia company targets data centers for growth
Orion Entrance Control launches new security screening system
