New Hampshire’s chambers of commerce collaborate amid Covid
Organizations beef up regional efforts to work together on a range of services
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Covid-19 presents a new obstacle for state’s road-plowing efforts
Workforce shortage has already made finding drivers hard, but pandemic has upped the ante
New Hampshire remains a laggard in building EV charging station network
There are still no installations two years after $4.6 million initiative began
UNH joins national cybersecurity manufacturing project
Newly formed institute to focus on secure automation, supply chains
Tech Tidbits From Around NH
SoClean again named to Deloitte Tech Fast 500, Mass. firm acquires PlasTech of Bow … and more
Connectivity and business growth
Three ways investments in high-speed broadband can help drive recovery
New Hampshire’s weekly unemployment claims drop in latest report
Sign of improvement as clocks continues ticking on jobless benefits expiration
Pandemic shift has been sweet for Keene candy retailer
Live is Sweet’s pivot to national online sales helps firm ‘retain some normalcy’
Should PUC raise rates to improve energy efficiency? And what's the hiring climate right now?
Jeff and Bob talk about the current debate over whether the PUC should raise rates, especially commercial rates, for energy efficiency improvements.
Ask the experts: Return to work safely
Amid a rise in infection rates, New Hampshire businesses are still working to return to pre-pandemic levels of revenue and seeking expert advice on how offices can be reopened safely.
More news from NHBR:
Wilcox Industries eyes 12-story expansion called ‘gem of Newington’
Wilcox Industries, a military and law enforcement tactical equipment developer and manufacturer, is planning a major addition to its headquarters that would house partner businesses in the electrooptics industry.
SBA announces National Small Business Week 2026 award winners
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) earlier this month announced its 2026 New Hampshire Small Business Award winners.
CCSNH receives funding to fill growing workforce demands for energy contractors
The Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) and Lakes Region Community College (LRCC) received approval for a $1.2 million Training for Residential Energy Contractors (TREC) grant from the New Hampshire Executive Council to meet workforce needs for energy contractors.
Staging chef expands across the street from his Dover flagship
Evan Hennessey opens ‘more casual’ restaurant with expanded seating
Strength in numbers
UNH is creating a hub for collaboration with business and government
Bensonwood delivers high-performance education center for Beaver Brook Association
The new facility marks a major milestone for Beaver Brook Association and a strategic investment in its dual mission of conservation and education
Panel: Prioritize mental health wellness at work
Mental health wellness is an important element in the workplace, according to a panel of experts convened by the NH Business Review in an April 16 webinar. Making accommodations for mental health issues — including depression, posttraumatic stress, even grief — can go a long way toward employee retention and prevention of potential legal issues.
ReGen Valley Tech Hub partners with NH Housing, Manchester chamber on May 12 housing summit
The ReGen Valley Tech Hub is partnering with New Hampshire Housing and the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce to address the state’s housing shortage, convening a regional summit May 12 at the University of New Hampshire Manchester, organizers announced April 15.
Velcro plans to move Manchester manufacturing to Somersworth
Velcro Companies plans to consolidate textiles manufacturing from its Queen City site to its production facility in Somersworth but is committed to remaining in New Hampshire, the company said Monday. Velcro, which has operated in Manchester for nearly 70 years, is the only U.S. manufacturer of textile hook and loop fasteners.
