Shaping NH's health care landscape
NH Hospital Association President Steve Ahnen discusses health care landscape in the state, federal and state policies affecting patients, AI in health care and more
Author: Julie Furukawa
Exit stage left: Two insurers leave NH’s Medicare Advantage market
Anthem and Martin’s Point are exiting the state entirely, Aetna is shrinking its coverage to just one county, and others are adjusting their plans, leaving some of the state’s counties with limited choices
Unbottling the Nongfu Spring deal
New Hampshire’s attorney general says no improprieties by state officials preceded the sale of a large Nashua commercial building to China’s largest water bottler. But Attorney General John Formella’s report to Gov. Kelly Ayotte dated Oct. 3 says the provisions of federal law should have taken place prior to the sale of the 337,391-square-foot building at 80 Northwest Blvd. in Nashua by a subsidiary of Nongfu Spring.
Charlie Kirk and free speech
Efforts to silence speech contradicts Trump executive order citing First Amendment
A fully wired NH expected by 2026
Despite a shift in policy, New Hampshire officials expect 100% of the households and businesses in the state will have access to broadband internet by 2026.
Smart strategies for building and protecting wealth
Careful planning around succession, market changes and investment choices can help you feel more confident about the years ahead.
Q&A with tech entrepreneur and educator Rajesh Nair
Rajesh Nair is on a global mission to inspire students to experience the same joy he did as a youth in India when he learned how to build a simple crystal radio.
The Latest: Week of October 3
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Littleton Regional Healthcare selects Dartmouth Health as preferred future partner
Move to join the DH system follows two years of study
Creating meaningful change
Don’t let performance improvement plans become a path to termination
Hundreds of H-1B workers employed in New Hampshire
The following data shows the extent that New Hampshire employers rely on the H-1B program to fill positions for highly skilled workers. Recently, President Trump instituted stiff, $100,000 fees for future H-1B workers. Media reports say some 700,000 people work…
NH economy: ‘Uncertainty rules’
‘Effective’ tariff rate slowing consumer spending, economist says
Is unemployment uptick a concern in NH?
Rate has ticked up to 3% after hovering around 2% for two years
Hannah Grimes grant helps businesses dream big
The Hannah Grimes Center in Keene received $350K to support Monadnock Region microenterprises with training, mentorship, and small business growth.
NH’s coastal economy is short on miles, long on opportunity
Beyond beaches and seafood, NH’s 18-mile coast powers a thriving economy with tourism, marine industries, innovation, and global trade.
It's time to review your benefits
Things to consider this open enrollment season
Why does an obscure California law apply to your website?
CA lawyers are suing businesses under CIPA for using tracking tools like Meta Pixel & Google Analytics. Learn steps to reduce risk and protect your site.
The Bottom Line: Boeing, U.S. Economy and Starbucks
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Trump administration sues NH, seven other states over voter files
The Trump administration’s Department of Justice is suing New Hampshire Secretary of State Dave Scanlan, arguing he is illegally withholding the state’s voter file from federal officials.
White River Junction VA Medical Center unveils $16M renovation
The Veterans Affairs Healthcare System celebrated the completion of a $16 million, 24,000-square-foot renovation of a medical surgical unit at the White River Junction VA Medical Center. The upgrade aims to provide accessible, modern health care for veterans, and make…
NH Supreme Court decision clarifies workers’ comp. death benefits
The NH Supreme Court ruled a firefighter’s spouse may file an independent workers’ comp death benefits claim, even if the worker’s own claim was denied.
New Hampshire households’ financial well-being remained stable in 2024
The Granite State’s lack of median household income growth paired with the rising cost of living may have contributed to stable poverty rates between 2023 and 2024.
Stepping up for a friend
Sheehan Phinney sets $25,000 goal for cancer research in memory of late COO Paul Voegelin
New Easterseals Campus is a victory for veterans
Easterseals Military & Veterans Campus includes affordable housing, a conference center and a hub for nonprofits
Protecting your business from cybercrime in a digital world
The ever-evolving digital world we operate in each day offers infinite opportunities for business growth and development, but it also presents many risks.
So why did Stephen Colbert really get canceled?
Bashing conservatives was probably not good for business
It’s not just a housing issue, New Hampshire
It’s a health issue, an economic issue and a moral one
The critical need to address mental health in our workplace and community
NH is confronting a medical crisis, but there are ways to effect positive change
Unlocking housing, unlocking opportunity
Why New England needs the ROAD to Housing Act
A critical defense against cyber attacks
Overwatch Foundation is helping the state and school districts protect critical systems
Remote’s control
Remote work is now a permanent part of New Hampshire’s economy. About 16 percent of workers age 16 or older, or about 121,000 people, worked from home in 2024. That’s down from the pandemic peak of 19.3 percent in 2021, but still more than double the pre-pandemic rate of 7.3 percent in 2019.
Why “Gotcha” Phishing Tests Let Us Down
One-off stunts and shame-based drills do more harm than good. Here is a kinder, smarter way to teach people to spot scams.
What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Data Security but Were Afraid to Ask
Unpack some frequently asked cyber questions: how secure do you really need to be?
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Here’s what cybercriminals hope you’ll ignore
Every October, organizations take a closer look at their cybersecurity posture to educate employees, revisit policies and strengthen defenses
Fidium: A Bold New Identity for a Fiber-Powered, Cybersecure Future
Consolidated Communications has officially brought all its services together under one modern brand: Fidium
Why CFOs need a seat at the cyber table
If you’re still thinking of cyber as “IT’s problem,” you may be overlooking your firm’s biggest financial risk
Cybersecurity Self-Check: Would You Pass the Basics?
Instead of asking, “Is our company secure?” ask yourself: “Would I pass a cybersecurity basics check?”
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Building a cyber strong America
Throughout the month of October, this national campaign highlights the importance of the many entities in the supply chain that support and sustain vital services we rely on every day
AI Discrimination: Businesses are liable for AI-based personnel decisions
Tips for businesses that adopt AI and decision-making tools for human resources functions
Androscoggin Valley Hospital and North Country Ophthalmology launch first-of-its-kind program to expand eye care access in the North Country
Beginning in January, NCO ophthalmologists will deliver in-office eye care at AVH, bridging an access gap in NH's North Country
Watchwords for NH economy: ‘Uncertainty rules’
Brian Gottlob uses these words to describe the state’s current economic climate: “Uncertainty rules.” The director of the New Hampshire Employment Security's Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau raised several issues — from immigration and unemployment, to housing prices and consumer spending — as reasons for both hope and concern for the economy into 2026.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Banker
Bank of NH senior wealth management officer Bob Magan speaks on community initiatives, fiscal responsibility and more in this week's episode of Down to Business
Employee education: The missing piece in retirement plans
A 2024 Human Interest study found 91% of employees with access to financial wellness education enrolled in their workplace retirement plan, compared to just 76% enrollment without it.
How a town rule took the air out of a giant ice cream cone
The inflatable treat violates a town ordinance in Westmoreland
New Hampshire charts new energy course
NH’s 2025 energy laws shift focus to nuclear, natural gas, and clean energy while pausing offshore wind and exploring grid independence.
Q&A with Associate professor of organizational behavior at UNH Vanessa Druskat
In her new book, “The Emotionally Intelligent Team,” published by Harvard Business Review Press, Druskat explores the overlooked factor she says separates high-performing teams from the rest: emotional intelligence.
The cost of undermining public health in New Hampshire
I am alarmed by the growing erosion of trust in science-based health guidance.
Is unemployment uptick a concern in NH?
So far this year, the unemployment rate is ticking up, reaching 3% in February and 3.1% in March through July, and dipping slightly back to 3% in August
5 essential conversations to have with your financial advisor
Investors should be asking their financial advisors crucial questions at various points in time.
AI for human resources
Are businesses liable for AI discrimination?
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Shaping NH's health care landscape
NH Hospital Association President Steve Ahnen discusses health care landscape in the state, federal and state policies affecting patients, AI in health care and more
Exit stage left: Two insurers leave NH’s Medicare Advantage market
Anthem and Martin’s Point are exiting the state entirely, Aetna is shrinking its coverage to just one county, and others are adjusting their plans, leaving some of the state’s counties with limited choices
Unbottling the Nongfu Spring deal
New Hampshire’s attorney general says no improprieties by state officials preceded the sale of a large Nashua commercial building to China’s largest water bottler. But Attorney General John Formella’s report to Gov. Kelly Ayotte dated Oct. 3 says the provisions of federal law should have taken place prior to the sale of the 337,391-square-foot building at 80 Northwest Blvd. in Nashua by a subsidiary of Nongfu Spring.
Charlie Kirk and free speech
Efforts to silence speech contradicts Trump executive order citing First Amendment
A fully wired NH expected by 2026
Despite a shift in policy, New Hampshire officials expect 100% of the households and businesses in the state will have access to broadband internet by 2026.
Smart strategies for building and protecting wealth
Careful planning around succession, market changes and investment choices can help you feel more confident about the years ahead.
Q&A with tech entrepreneur and educator Rajesh Nair
Rajesh Nair is on a global mission to inspire students to experience the same joy he did as a youth in India when he learned how to build a simple crystal radio.
The Latest: Week of October 3
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Littleton Regional Healthcare selects Dartmouth Health as preferred future partner
Move to join the DH system follows two years of study
