Author: Kate Dario/NH Public Radio

Nottingham data center proposal withdrawn after backlash

A proposal to build a data center in Nottingham has been withdrawn just hours before it was slated to be discussed by the town’s planning board on Wednesday, May 27.

Documents confirm ICE plans for Merrimack warehouse

The federal Department of Homeland Security, which houses Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), was in communication with at least one state agency in January about its plans to purchase and modify a vacant warehouse in Merrimack, according to documents obtained by the ACLU of New Hampshire through a public records request and released Tuesday, February 3.

NH housing production reached 20-year high in 2025, but still falls short of demand

In 2025, more than 5,800 housing units were constructed in New Hampshire, the highest number since 2006, according to a new report from the state Department of Business and Economic Affairs. But despite this recent high, the report said the state has met only about 80% of its building goal between 2020 and 2025, which aims to balance the housing market by 2040.

State lawmakers deny Nashua funding to buy Daniel Webster College site

The state Senate Finance Committee voted along party lines January 13 against a bill that would give Nashua $20 million to purchase the former site of Daniel Webster College. Four Republicans voted in favor and two Democrats against.

NH asks US Supreme Court to block lawsuits against fossil fuel companies

May 22 request targets five states that are pursuing climate change-related damages from oil majors in state courts

NH seeing higher food insecurity because of inflation, end of pandemic aid

SNAP benefits and food bank offerings help, but struggles persist for vulnerable populations

NH residents file class action lawsuits against Harvard Pilgrim over data breach

After an April cybersecurity incident compromised millions of customers’ data, some of those affected are taking legal action.

More news from NHBR:

NH’s rankings reflect the good and the bad

There are any number of reports, surveys, and rankings that show how well — or how poorly — New Hampshire is doing on a range of issues. Everything from education funding to safety to having a baby to business opportunities to student loan delinquency — it seems everything can be measured in one form or another, often as a yardstick against other states.

Glowing Math Formulas And Ai Symbols On Dark Background

MIT partners with Lakes Region Community College for pilot math and AI education program

The two educational institutions launched a new pilot partnership this summer, bringing 16 high school students from towns across New Hampshire together to learn the math behind AI and how to use it to tackle real problems.

Hometown Financial Group to acquire Primary Bank

Bedford-based Primary Bank is merging with Easthampton, Mass.-based Hometown Financial Group in a transaction valued at $160 million in cash and stock.

Manufactured homes in single-family neighborhoods?

Webinar panel discusses far-reaching consequences of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, the bipartisan legislation that seeks to address the lack of supply in the Granite State and across the country

It's Worth Knowing: The Canadians are back in NH — but for how long?

There's been a rebound of Canadian tourists across NH this summer. But new tariffs and words may have an effect on their visits this fall. Meanwhile, right along the border, there's still cross-border neighborliness in the small New Hampshire and Canadian communities.

Discussion, Meeting And Business People In Office For Teamwork, Planning Or Review At Table. Collaboration, Professional And Group Of Diverse Employees For Ideas, Conversation Or Project Development

Young Granite Staters at the nexus of policy making

Child care and early education are the initial focus of a Stay Work Play initiative called NH Nexus to identify and address key issues facing young residents of New Hampshire

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.