Author: Pat McGrath

ACA’s small business credit can be a real benefit

But many firms are not aware of what it can mean to their bottom line

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NH housing production reached 20-year high in 2025, but still falls short of demand

In 2025, more than 5,800 housing units were constructed in New Hampshire, the highest number since 2006, according to a new report from the state Department of Business and Economic Affairs. But despite this recent high, the report said the state has met only about 80% of its building goal between 2020 and 2025, which aims to balance the housing market by 2040.

Home prices slow in some areas, while affordability crisis persists

As housing costs continue to climb, homeownership has become out of reach for many New Hampshire families. In 2025, the median price of a single-family house in the Granite State reached a record high of $535,000 after an alarming 122% increase over the past decade.

NFL says Bad Bunny is good for business

The backlash over Bad Bunny’s performance during the Patriots–Seahawks Super Bowl halftime show is a good example of when business bumps up against politics.

The Pulse: Strong growth, fewer jobs

Is the New Hampshire economy up or down?

CairnSurgical aims to make breast cancer surgery more precise

Lebanon company’s technology helps surgeons pinpoint size, shape of tumors

Ask the Experts: Engineering resilience amid a changing climate

For the last several years, housing and commercial development have been under the spotlight in New Hampshire. Building professionals have had to be creative to address challenges in infrastructure, resilience in the face of a changing climate and a focus on sustainable design. Our expert weighs in on engineering innovations and trends.