Sununu asks feds to raise H-2B temporary worker visa cap
In letter, governor points to ‘adverse economic impact’ on New Hampshire tourism, hospitality employers
Author: Liisa Rajala
ARMI update shows an industry beginning to take shape
‘You’ve already seen companies moving here and opening up shop, and you’ll only see more of that’
Global trends drive growth for Nashua firms
Microdesk, M2 Technologies assist clients in achieving efficiency
New Hampshire’s chemical reaction
Lawmakers seek to put tighter controls on PFCs
Report: Foreign-owned businesses a key New Hampshire employer
Plymouth State study finds they employ 44,000 Granite Staters
Q&A with Entrepreneur Marc Blumenthal
‘Everyone has passion in entrepreneurship. If you have a business with a purpose, your drive is even more so,’ says Marc Blumenthal, founder of the Social Ventures Foundation and the EndPoverty Fund.
NH ranked best state for economic opportunity by U.S. News & World Report
But a deeper dive into figures indicates troublesome trends
Advances to LUKE arm demonstrated in Manchester Millyard
Fully integrated, bionic arm is available to amputee veterans
Amanda Grappone Osmer, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
Owner of Grappone Automotive Group in Bow
Susan Ryan, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
CEO of Spaulding Youth Center in Northfield
Lisa Maria-Booth, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
CEO and co-owner of Fortitude Health and Training, FortCycle and Green Bike Organic Smoothies in Manchester
Kim Cadorette, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
Director of operations at BAE Systems in Nashua
Nicole Brassard Jordan, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
Director of marketing, merchandising and warehousing at the New Hampshire Liquor Commission
Mary Johanna Brown, 2018 Outstanding Woman in Business
Founder and president of Brown & Company Design in Portsmouth
Milford High program brings businesses, students together
Next STEAM Night to take place on April 12
Alpha Loft looks to better connect startups, established tech firms
Merger with NH High Tech Council resulted from realigned partnerships
NH Senate panel hears ideas on electric vehicle charging infrastructure
Bill would set up commission to explore future needs
Amazon announces Boston, not NH, among top contenders for HQ2
Process sways Sununu to support commuter rail study
New Hampshire, Northeast states mull building Quebec-to-D.C., EV charging network
Volkswagen settlement funds could make initiative a reality
Executive councilor raises concerns over financial risk of FirstNet opt out
Governor’s legal counsel assures safeguards are being evaluated
Q&A with Eastern Bank NH Regional President Joe Reilly
After 40 years in the banking business, longtime New Hampshire banker Joe Reilly will be retiring from the industry at the end of December.
Sununu says he wants state to opt out of FirstNet
Announcement would make New Hampshire first state to go it alone on first responder communications network
Quebec aerospace execs meet up with NH businesses
Partnerships with larger contractors stressed at Nashua luncheon
Without all information, FirstNet deadline looms
New Hampshire has to choose despite no contract details
New Hampshire evaluates FirstNet contract
Granite State could be first in the nation to opt out of planned federal public safety network
Tech Tidbits From Across New Hampshire
UNH School of Law professor to speak on ethical and legal issues of AI, startups to compete at TechOut on Nov. 15th ... and more
Downtown Manchester bookstore set to open in spring
Owners view it as ‘a real center’ of the community
At Manufacturing Summit, Kamen spells out ARMI’s promise
But workforce could be NH’s Achilles heel, he warns
NH firms make their mark in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Granite State’s supply chain presents at ISPE’s Boston Product Show
Workshop aims to boost women’s salary negotiating skills
Northeast Delta Dental’s Connie Roy-Czyzowski will lead Dec. 4 event
Canada-NH trade relationship stressed amid NAFTA concerns
At Manchester seminar, close economic ties are underlined
CONECT event to spotlight Canada-New England trade
On the agenda: Cross-border relationships, regulations, NAFTA
Rising costs scrutinized at NHBR health forum
Inefficiencies, unnecessary spending drive ongoing hikes
Hudson-based Right Networks capitalizes on accounting vertical
Software as a service industry to grow as more business applications are virtualized
UNH eyes research park as an ‘economic development engine’
Mixed-use proposal would include space for startups, existing businesses
SNHU faculty highlight potential for engineering college to become talent pipeline
Long-term goal focuses on connecting underserved populations to engineering careers
UNH dean shares personal experience of launching research-based startup
New York-based ChromaNanoTech founded from joint university-industry partnership
Live Free and Start aims to pump up NH capital
Two November events focus on building investor pool and matchmaking opportunities
New Hampshire firms search for customers at U.K. defense show
State Trade Export Promotion grant pivotal in broadening companies’ markets
Lockheed Martin, Sen. Hassan highlight F-35’s impact in the Granite State
Approximately 55 suppliers and over 900 direct jobs supported by defense program
State business agency wins new export assistance grant
Federal STEP award aimed at boosting help for to small businesses
Energy, collaboration and commitment fuel downtown Nashua’s revival
Businesses, organizations and City Hall work toward a common goal
Animetrics named among world’s top facial recognition software providers
Conway-based firm sells largely to law enforcement agencies
Fidelity program to help employers aid employees’ student loan burden
Seen as a benefit that attracts, retains younger workers
Event seeks to give tips to NH women on how to run for elected office
Women’s Foundation to offer nonpartisan training session
New Hampshire to debut at defense/security trade show
Four Granite State companies will travel to London next week
Q&A with foreign policy expert and author Elmira Bayrasli
‘Opportunity is not abundant around the world, but talent is something we all have,’ says Elmira Bayrasli, author of ‘From The Other Side of the World: Extraordinary Entrepreneurs.’
Accelerating NH’s workforce
Initiative targets employers’ labor needs
California incubator supports health care professionals’ innovations
The Innovation Institute removes risk to advance health care technology
Belmont manufacturer anticipates growth in government contracts
Milpower Source sells power supplies for military and aerospace applications
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ADUs, manufactured homes can help with NH housing crisis
Single-family and condominium alternatives, such as manufactured homes and accessory dwellings units (ADUs), could go a long way toward helping ease New Hampshire’s housing crisis. But those options can have some obstacles, according to participants in a forum.
Manchester to end up on the Monopoly board
Efforts are underway in Manchester to fashion a version of the iconic board game "Monopoly" into a Who's Who and What's What of New Hampshire's largest city.
Right-to-know office remains empty after cuts
Nine months after the office that handles disputes over access to public records was vacated, the state has yet to staff it.
Independent contractor rules may be changing
On February 26, 2026, the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division released a new notice of proposed rulemaking that would significantly revise the test used under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for determining independent contractor status, marking the third major change to the federal independent contractor rule in less than five years.
Ayotte suggests leasing surplus state land for housing
Gov. Kelly Ayotte suggests leasing surplus state land for residential development to help curb New Hampshire's housing shortage and attract more workers to the state.
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.
(Opinion) Sen. Hassan’s plan would put more money in the pockets of working families
POLICY By: Kevin Cavanaugh To be a family who isn’t struggling in today’s economy, a lot has to be going right. You need steady work, an income that stretches far enough, reliable child care — or the flexibility to provide…
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.
In 2032, Social Security money runs dry
If nothing changes between now and then, the trust fund that finances Social Security payments will run out, triggering a 7% decline in monthly payments in 2032 and dwindling further to 28% from 2033 through 2036.
