Critical Condition: North Country
While other rural health care systems falter, Coos County Family Health-Androscoggin Valley Hospital alliance shores up access to health care
Author: Kelly Burch-Granite State News Collaborative
State Board of Education produces document on updates of minimum standards for public schools
After spending $75,000 to have expert consultants draft a revision to the state’s minimum standards for public schools, the Department of Education moved forward last week with its own set of revisions.
NH Educators give low marks to proposed educational standards changes
The administrative rules, known as the 306s, are undergoing a once-a-decade update.
Substitute teacher shortage strains New Hampshire’s school districts
Not having enough subs can have an impact on student outcomes and teacher wellness, educators say
New Hampshire towns explore potential of ‘Uber for public transportation’
Communities around country see benefits of on-demand microtransit services
Covid-related grants to fund transportation improvements in rural areas
Money will be used to improve accessibility of public and community transportation systems in New Hampshire
NH Gives aims to strengthen nonprofits across the Granite State
Annual online fundraiser has raised over $8.7 million in six years
New Hampshire’s recovery community pushes ahead as state reopens
As pandemic wanes, substance use epidemic still needs to be addressed, experts say
Collaboration helps Keene restaurant survive Covid winter
Community’s response helps eatery meet challenge of pandemic
New Hampshire organization feeds people in need while supporting restaurants
Take Out Hunger pays restaurants to create meals for people who are food-insecure
Pandemic complicates the grieving process
For people who have lost loved ones, the disruption of rituals around mourning can have a lasting impact
Workforce shortage, increased costs worry New Hampshire construction industry
There’s growing demand for commercial, residential construction, but materials and qualified help are hard to find
From hands-on learning to air filtration
Concord-based Technology Education Concepts, Inc., has pivoted from providing schools with learning materials to selling air filtration
Pandemic shift has been sweet for Keene candy retailer
Live is Sweet’s pivot to national online sales helps firm ‘retain some normalcy’
New Hampshire workers opt in to freelance work
Self-employment gives them control, career options
Telehealth settles in for the long haul in New Hampshire
Remote visits have dropped off since the height of the pandemic, but doctors say they’re here to stay
New Hampshire Motor Speedway drives toward future after pandemic setbacks
Known for NASCAR races, the venue is host to other smaller events
Rise in New Hampshire homeless families could indicate more economic trouble
Organizations across state say they’ve seen an uptick since Covid
Preparing for new opportunities in construction
After 50 years in businesses, Sullivan Construction sees changes in commercial projects
Business booms for New Hampshire automated kiosk maker
Concord company seeds opportunity in pandemic
New Hampshire tradeswomen hope to see more females in construction
The construction industry provides opportunities, they say
Political divide on reopening could complicate NH’s pandemic response
Study shows sharp differences, but most are staying home more than normal
More news from NHBR:
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.
The essential role of a health plan in New Hampshire
When families face a cancer diagnosis, mental health crisis, or any unexpected change in their health, the last thing they should worry about is navigating a complicated health care system. But for many, that is exactly what they face. Complex benefits, rising out-of-pocket costs and uncertainty about where to turn can add stress to already difficult moments.
(Opinion) A nursing pipeline is health care’s lifeline
The country’s declining pool of health care workers is a threat to the functionality of the U.S. health care system
NH company shines light on UV therapy for autoimmune conditions
Started in 2021, Cytokind describes itself as 'the global leader in using UVB light to treat immune disorders and improve survival and the quality of life for patients'
CairnSurgical aims to make breast cancer surgery more precise
Lebanon company’s technology helps surgeons pinpoint size, shape of tumors
In need of nurses
Amid statewide shortage, schools and hospitals aim to increase workforce
Officials concerned about Medicaid law conflicts
Some state officials and lawmakers are concerned that New Hampshire’s incoming Medicaid premium system may conflict with provisions in Congress’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
AMR releases year-end opioid overdose stats for Nashua & Manchester
American Medical Response (AMR) released its annual suspected opioid overdose statistical report earlier this month for New Hampshire’s two largest cities, Manchester and Nashua. Both communities experienced record low numbers.
