Congress recently passed meaningful reforms targeting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), the middlemen who largely determine which medications patients receive and how much they pay.
With the permanent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act this past summer, Opportunity Zones (OZ) are being reset, and with it, an opportunity for New Hampshire to shape what comes next. The question is whether we’re ready and whether municipalities, developers and state leaders are aligned to act.
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. New Hampshire Children’s Trust (NHCT), in collaboration with our national partner, Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), uses this month as an opportunity to spread awareness about ways to stop child abuse and neglect before it happens.
It is likely that individual health is one of the core drivers of our economy and productivity. Seeing the potential value of employers investing in wellness may even seem straightforward. Trickier however, might be finding affordable and appealing ways to do this amid the tight margins and self-reliant cultures of agriculture and natural resources sectors.
For nearly six decades, Paul Young has been a constant, if often understated, presence in public and government affairs, both in New Hampshire and beyond. Since founding Novus Public Affairs in 1996, Young has helped shape how businesses, nonprofits and political leaders communicate and connect with the world around them, leaving a mark on the state that is hard to measure but easy to feel.
When Emerson McCourt passed away in 2006, he left behind an extensive tool collection, meticulous instructions and a commitment to Great Bay Community College (GBCC) students that continues today.
New Hampshire is falling behind in the care of our aging population
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…
EDUCATION By: Tim Winkeler In New Hampshire, and across America, it is not easy to find a job. From artificial intelligence to economic uncertainty, job-seekers are struggling to find not only specific careers, but also broader career paths that will…
The country’s declining pool of health care workers is a threat to the functionality of the U.S. health care system
LABOR By: Edward Timmons According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, New Hampshire has one of the more severe labor market shortages nationally. For every 100 jobs available in the state, there are only 68 available workers to fill them.…
Collaboration can ensure the Granite State’s ski industry remains vibrant and resilient
Leadership changes, unmet promises cause for concern at Franklin veteran campus
Those living with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve housing options that reflect their potential
NH residents deserve transparency surrounding pharmacy benefit managers
What it means for New Hampshire patients and their families
NH’s G0-NORTH program represents a rare alignment of leadership and opportunity
Certified community behavioral health clinics offer a clear, evidence-based path forward for Granite Staters
An education public policy change going through the Legislature should be getting business owners’ attention
Many in New Hampshire’s veteran community are deeply troubled by what has unfolded at the Easterseals Military and Veterans Campus in Franklin
Behind the scenes, two powerful forces are gaming the system for their own gain, using health care not to serve patients, but to extract profit
Providing benefits aimed at meeting diverse needs may provide a more affordable approach to care
Winter in New England can be unforgiving. Throughout the bitter cold mornings, seemingly constant snow and early sunsets, we hear the steady hum of heating systems reminding us they are working overtime to keep our homes warm.
Making deposits at local banks means more money being reinvested in your community
Data illuminates how SNAP benefits are actually being used by consumers
How leaders can use January to set their organization up for a successful year
Three policy decisions from 2025 that will shape life in New Hampshire in 2026 and beyond
New Hampshire should insist that its citizens receive surgery from properly trained surgeons by asking legislators to reject HB 349
HB 155 would cut the Business Enterprise Tax by 0.05%. On paper, that sounds “pro-business.” In reality, it’s a distraction that saves most businesses pennies while pulling an estimated $23 million out of an already strained state budget, says small business owner Jesse Lore.
Reform bill cosponsored by U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan would break the link between PBM compensation and drug prices
The State Department and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) have stopped processing visas for Afghans and slowed or halted issuing “green cards” to refugees, the documents granting refugees permanent resident status in the United States and the ability to seek employment.
The bipartisan Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Price Transparency and Accountability would break the link between PBM compensation and drug price, and lower prescription costs, advocates say.
The ever-increasing number of U.S. state privacy laws
Giving homeowners a choice in energy cost savings for their manufactured home
The best development work happens not in boardrooms, but in communities
By MICHELE SHEPPARD In 2026, the YMCA of the USA celebrates 175 years as a community organization serving millions of people across the country. In New Hampshire, we have been part of the infrastructure of social services and health and wellness…
Real healing for YDC victims could be helped by telling them we’re sorry
Our veterans deserve a healthy smile
Debate over heath care funding underscores the importance of their mission
Housing remains the foremost issue, and additional steps are needed to address the cost and availability of housing in our state
Why New Hampshire’s communities need strong local reporting—and how you can help
The GENIUS Act, New Hampshire guidance and tax ramifications
Since Charlie Kirk was shot and killed last month in cold blood at an outdoor college forum in Utah, our country has been in shock.
It’s a health issue, an economic issue and a moral one
Medicaid is one of the most important investments we can make to ensure New Hampshire’s children grow up healthy, stable and ready to succeed
NH Lottery reaches milestone of $3b contributed to public education; Lottery chairman retires after 16 years
In New Hampshire, the arts are woven into our daily lives in ways that are personal, local and essential
Outdoor Industry Day debuts in Manchester on June 10
At a recent press conference organized by the Business & Industry Association and the New Hampshire College & University Council, Edwin Gutierrez-Nunez, a sophomore at Franklin Pierce University, shared a simple truth: Without the UNIQUE scholarship, he wouldn’t be in college.
Public safety and corporate accountability must be at the top of the list for New Hampshire's next attorney general. Michael Formella is our attorney general now and his term ends soon.
Congress recently passed meaningful reforms targeting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), the middlemen who largely determine which medications patients receive and how much they pay.
ConvenientMD is trying to re-establish what it means to have a primary care physician — one that is accessible, that isn’t hurried by the stack of patients in the waiting room, that is focused on preventative care as much as continued care.
It is likely that individual health is one of the core drivers of our economy and productivity. Seeing the potential value of employers investing in wellness may even seem straightforward. Trickier however, might be finding affordable and appealing ways to do this amid the tight margins and self-reliant cultures of agriculture and natural resources sectors.
Executive leadership from some of New Hampshire’s top life sciences companies gathered March 25 for New Hampshire Life Sciences’ (NHLS) third annual C-Suite Forum.
Adventure Ready Brands makes health and safety products at North Country industrial park
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.
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.
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.
The country’s declining pool of health care workers is a threat to the functionality of the U.S. health care system
