NH aerospace consortium inks deal with U.K. counterpart
Granite State organization, Farnborough consortium sign memo of understanding
Author: Liisa Rajala
Manufacturing awareness
School-business career partnerships grow
Q&A with BIA Chair Val Zanchuk
"Whether you’re in manufacturing or hospitality, it’s hard to find people with the skills you need," says Val Zanchuk, president of Graphicast in Jaffrey and a leading advocate for workforce development in New Hampshire.
Big fine increase takes effect for OSHA, other labor violations
Penalties increase 78 percent under new federal guidelines
NH College and University Council to be recognized on 50th anniversary
Higher ed consortium has focused on collaboration among private, public institutions
Attracting young talent
Successful firms offer tips on how it’s done
Northeast Credit Union, Ocean Communities announce merger
Member base would extend from Upper Valley to Southern Maine if approved
Atrium Medical Corp. agrees to $11.5 million settlement
Medical device manufacturer accused of improper kickbacks to doctors
Fewer homes driving up value, homebuyer urgency
Zillow reports average of just 78 days on the market
Long-time BFA head announces retirement
Jack Donovan will leave executive director post at end of year
Monadnock Region to test new crowdfunding program
USDA-backed pilot designed to boost rural entrepreneurial ecosystems
Q&A with ValChoice founder Dan Karr
‘‘Whenever you’re doing something that’s never been done before, it’s not easy,’ says Dan Karr founder of ValChoice, the first online platform that enables consumers to find out which auto insurance companies offer the best value.
Plymouth’s enterprise zone
Incubator gives startups support, access
Entrepreneur Paula Long describes how it’s done
EqualLogic, DataGravity founder sees a ‘vibrant’ startup community
Effort launched to boost manufacturing in New Hampshire
NH Manufacturing Sector Partnership to promote collaboration among industry, educators, state
New Hampshire’s D.C. experience
Businesses build relationships on Capitol Hill
Report: Eversource leads in energy efficiency
Possible state-mandated standards could add to clean energy use
Brexit’s impact on NH businesses still unclear
‘Nobody really knows what’s going to happen … so we just have to wait to see’
Building a workforce pipeline
Industry-education initiative aims to develop next generation of manufacturing employees
Manchester firm connects at the Hannover Messe
State makes first foray to international tech fair
Venturing overseas
Nigerian educators turn to NH’s Knowledge Institute to spread entrepreneurism
New Hampshire drops four spots in Clean Tech Index
State falls from 12th to 16th in 2016 ranking
Boston Fed CEO remains hopeful on U.S. economy
Rosengren, in Concord, sees continued growth, but raises concerns
FairPoint sees growth for data center service
Cloud-based offering mulled for small, medium firms
New Hampshire’s sheep comeback
Industry picks up steam as a niche business
Permanent authorization clears key hurdle for SBIR/STTR programs
Provision would dedicate R&D funding across all federal agencies
New test reveals higher PFOA levels in Amherst water
NH DES releases results for former Textiles Coated International site
Another Merrimack area site being tested for PFCs
NH DES awaiting results of water samples taken at manufacturing facility
DES lists 44 NH facilities as potential PFC users
Manufacturing sites are located in 8 of 10 counties
Nonprofits sought for first NH Gives Day
Designed to ‘make charitable giving a community event’
NH businesses urge GOP gubernatorial candidates to pledge against LGBT discrimination
Letter calls on them to denounce laws, vow to veto them
Target: PFOA
DES contacting other companies for possible chemical use
NH DES contacting other companies for possible PFOA use
Agency says it is ‘aware’ of other manufacturers that have used the chemical
Electric Co-op adds conservation incentives
Three new programs promote curtailing energy use during peak periods
Ex-Im Bank vice chair touts benefits of agency
UNH forum focuses on resources available to small companies
Executive Council to vote on head of Banking Dept.
The fate of Gov. Maggie Hassan’s nominee to serve as the state’s new banking commissioner could be decided upon at the next meeting of the Executive Council, on April 6. Jerry Little of Weare is currently a Republican state senator…
Q&A with NHDOT Commissioner Victoria Sheehan
When it comes to meeting infrastructure needs, ‘many states have been struggling for too long due to budget limitations,’ says Victoria Sheehan, commissioner of the NH Department of Transportation.
On the hook
At-sea monitoring fees are the latest threat to NH’s dwindling fishing industry
Rules changes may ease NH businesses’ access to capital
State law rewrite, new federal crowdfunding regulations seen as aiding entrepreneurs
Fidelity program helps employees tackle student loan debt
Up to $10,000 available to help with ‘a very real financial concern’
Even employment doesn’t prevent homelessness
Housing affordability creates difficult barrier
Exeter chamber readies co-working space
Target market is startups, commuters
Somersworth firm sees dry room as a boon for business
J-Pac Medical adds absorbable polymers to capabilities
New kitchen incubator fills a need in central NH
Genuine Local offers cooking space, food safety and marketing services
Q&A with retired radio exec Ray Garon
Radio is ‘for some people, companionship, and I think for a lot of charitable organizations, local radio has become a trusted partner. And for a lot of businesses, local radio has become a valued advertising resource,’ says Ray Garon, former longtime general manager of WZID and three other Manchester radio stations.
Era of cheap oil gives NH an economic boost
Bad news for oil producers is good news for Northeast
Skiing boosts camaraderie
Pats Peak program aids company culture
Is NH tech employment trend cause for ‘concern’?
New report ranks state 38th nationally in job growth
Trade expansion by small, medium firms focus of UNH forum
Ex-Im Bank veep to speak on benefits of government help for businesses
Self-publishing firm finds national audience
Author’s own experience led to Portsmouth business
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Live-work-create tech village eyed for Manchester
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NHBR About Town: Week of October 9, 2026
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
Manchester property values jump nearly 50%
The value of all property in Manchester increased by almost half — 48% ‑ over the past five years, according to preliminary data released by city officials on Oct. 13 The valuations, compiled due to a citywide revaluation, add up to $23.09 billion. The current value of city properties is $15.56 billion, which was based on assessments made during the city's last revaluation.
The Latest: Week of October 9, 2026
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Navigating New Hampshire’s new solid waste site evaluation committee
Anyone who has taken a transmission line or a wind farm through New Hampshire’s Site Evaluation Committee knows the process is long, expensive and can be fraught with complication.
AI in the workplace: a checklist for HR
Artificial intelligence has moved from pilot project to daily practice inside many HR departments.
Dartmouth Health builds at-home caregiver institute
When Richard “Dick” Levy’s wife, Susan, received a terminal diagnosis of a progressive brain disorder a decade ago, he became her primary caregiver. Doctors estimated Susan had between three and five years left to live.
