Darken the Pease authority, says state efficiency group
A report from Gov. Kelly Ayotte's Commission on Government Efficiency suggests an end to the PDA and transitioning its functions to other state agencies
Author: Paul Briand
Homes out of range
Lebanon. Keene. Nashua. Antrim. Newmarket. Salem. Those are just a handful of New Hampshire communities that are taking innovative approaches to create more housing, as cited during a forum Dec. 12 at Saint Anselm College in Manchester.
Torrington deepens NH investment with purchase of The Ridge
Torrington Properties has deepened its stake in the state’s commercial/retail real estate market with its purchase of the 300,000-square-foot shopping center in Rochester known as The Ridge. The $51.3 million acquisition from Waterstone Properties includes the retail center adjacent to Route 11, home to Market Basket, a New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlet, Marshalls, Old Navy, Starbucks, Stonewall Kitchen, Petco, Famous Footwear, ULTA Beauty, Hobby Lobby, the 110 Grill restaurant and other occupants.
‘A life of meaning’
Joshua Greenwald, owner broker of the Greenwald Realty Group, is the new president of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors.
Home prices, while moderating in November, still reflect ‘upward rise’ trend
While the median price of a single-family home in New Hampshire declined again in November, don’t assume it’s a trend toward greater affordability. More likely, according to Susan Cole, president of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors (NHAR), it’s because of seasonal trends in this region.
NH gets broadband money, just not as much as was originally promised
Despite some angst that the Trump Administration might vaporize the money, funds are coming to New Hampshire to expand broadband internet access throughout the state, although the amount isn’t what was originally allocated
Pappas seeks reimbursement of ‘harmful’ tariffs on small businesses
U.S. Rep. Christopher Pappas is sponsoring new legislation that seeks to exempt small businesses from tariffs and reimburse them for the trade war duties that the 1st District congressman described as “unnecessary and harmful.”
Drawing shows concept for Seacoast Landing, the new look mall in Newington
A conceptual drawing of Seacoast Landing — the Torrington Properties incarnation of what will replace the Mall at Fox Run in Newington — shows a mix of stand-alone buildings with three anchor stores, pads for six retail/commercial interests, a medical building, and a retail/office collection of six more buildings.
Happiness is a bridge too far for young Granite Staters
A new survey from Stay Work Play NH, an organization devoted to the interests of younger men and women in New Hampshire, shows that adults aged 26 to 35 aren’t very optimistic when it comes to the life altering events of buying a home, starting a family and advancing their careers here.
NH delegation: Trump has no authority on tariffs
New Hampshire’s four Democratic members of Congress have signed on to an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court in a case that argues President Donald Trump exceeds his authority by unilaterally imposing tariffs.
NH office market continues remote work adjustment post-COVID
Residential market sees fourth month of price decline, but no long-term relief in sight
‘A structural affordability gap’
Conference explores challenges of living in NH
NH ski areas gear up for new season
Popular destinations such as Gunstock Mountain Resort are trying out new snow groomers from Prinoth in Concord to prep the trails for the 2025-26 winter season
No sale: NH decides to lease not sell redeveloped I-95 welcome centers
Officials say it's a win for the state, and for Hampton, as the state makes a push for proposals from developers/operators
How new data on water/sewer infrastructure might lead to more housing in NH
Only 5.6% of the buildable land in New Hampshire has access to both water and sewer systems. When it comes to much-needed residential construction in the state, that represents an opportunity and a challenge, according to presentations Oct. 29 during…
Albany International search for new home lands in Portsmouth
Albany International develops and manufactures components using advanced materials for the paper and aerospace industries. Its two main businesses are Machine Clothing, which produces custom belts for paper production, and Albany Engineered Composites, which supplies advanced composite parts for the aerospace industry.
‘Housing as another form of infrastructure’
New Hampshire voters aren’t feeling much relief from their anxieties about the state’s housing crisis. The continued reduced housing inventory, which pushes home prices higher, is also dampening labor market in the Granite State, according to a pair of studies.
Even with improving trends, NH housing remains a challenge
Residential real estate trends in New Hampshire— from supply to interest rates to median price — have improved incrementally since January.
Exit stage left: Two insurers leave NH’s Medicare Advantage market
Anthem and Martin’s Point are exiting the state entirely, Aetna is shrinking its coverage to just one county, and others are adjusting their plans, leaving some of the state’s counties with limited choices
Unbottling the Nongfu Spring deal
New Hampshire’s attorney general says no improprieties by state officials preceded the sale of a large Nashua commercial building to China’s largest water bottler. But Attorney General John Formella’s report to Gov. Kelly Ayotte dated Oct. 3 says the provisions of federal law should have taken place prior to the sale of the 337,391-square-foot building at 80 Northwest Blvd. in Nashua by a subsidiary of Nongfu Spring.
A fully wired NH expected by 2026
Despite a shift in policy, New Hampshire officials expect 100% of the households and businesses in the state will have access to broadband internet by 2026.
NH economy: ‘Uncertainty rules’
‘Effective’ tariff rate slowing consumer spending, economist says
Is unemployment uptick a concern in NH?
Rate has ticked up to 3% after hovering around 2% for two years
Watchwords for NH economy: ‘Uncertainty rules’
Brian Gottlob uses these words to describe the state’s current economic climate: “Uncertainty rules.” The director of the New Hampshire Employment Security's Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau raised several issues — from immigration and unemployment, to housing prices and consumer spending — as reasons for both hope and concern for the economy into 2026.
Is unemployment uptick a concern in NH?
So far this year, the unemployment rate is ticking up, reaching 3% in February and 3.1% in March through July, and dipping slightly back to 3% in August
NH trade mission to Canada seen as having positive results
Gov. Kelly Ayotte led the visit, which included a selection of policymakers as well as businesspeople representing a wide array of enterprises.
More Chinese-owned property in Nashua comes into focus
Nashua Mayor seeks funds to buy the long-vacant Daniel Webster College site from Chinese-owned Xinhua amid rising debate over foreign property ownership.
Bedford tech company expands with an eye on AI
SilverTech CEO Nick Soggu discusses the promise and risks of AI as his Bedford-based agency acquires Paragon, expanding digital experience services and advancing AI-driven innovation.
Advocates decry $43.5 M solar grant clawback
Trump pulls funding for Solar for All program, which aims to expand access for low-income users
NH residential real estate: ‘Still very much a seller’s market’
While home prices might be moderating in other parts of the country, the median price of a single-family house in New Hampshire rose to $550,000 in August, the second highest price point this current year. That price is just $3,000 more than the $547,000 recorded in July, but it is $47,500 more than January’s $502,500. The highest median price in 2025 was $569,450, recorded in June and the most ever recorded in the state.
Pro-business groups back BEA commissioner continuing
3 of 5 Executive Council members oppose Taylor Caswell’s reappointment
Torrington to raze Newington mall in $500 million redevelopment plan
Torrington Properties has told Newington officials it plans to raze all of the Mall at Fox Run in a $500 million redevelopment effort.
Inquiries pressure BEA to explain Chinese water company Nashua purchase
Nashua mayor: ‘I don't think people generally understand that this company came to Nashua as part of a state economic development initiative.’
Solar advocates throw shade on $43.5 million grant clawback by Trump
Solar advocates in New Hampshire — backed by the congressional delegation — are denouncing a Trump White House decision to claw back $48.5 million already promised to the state to fund solar energy projects for low-income residents.
Bedford tech company expands with an educated eye toward AI
Enhancing the use of AI is one of the benefits cited in SilverTech’s recent purchase of Ohio-based Paragon, which brings to the table a broad client list that deepens the digital experience agency's portfolio.
NH scores a C- in nationwide housing report card
New England states fared average or below, with Massachusetts and Connecticut receiving failing grades
Pro-business groups back BEA commissioner’s reappointment
As Taylor Caswell’s reappointment as commissioner of the N.H. Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) hangs in the balance, two independent statewide economic-related associations are standing with him and saying he should keep his job. The presidents of the New Hampshire Business & Industry Association (BIA) and Ski New Hampshire offered statements backing Caswell’s reappointment by the Executive Council.
Sig Sauer seeks FBI, Homeland Security support
The entreaty comes as part of a lengthy statement Sig Sauer released July 29 as it continues to push back against allegations that the P320 is unsafe.
‘An icon of the North Country’
The iconic Cannon Mountain tram will cease operations after the upcoming fall season to make way for its replacement
NH residential real estate forecast at mid-year: hot and hazy
NH’s housing market hits record prices mid-2025 as demand surges, affordability drops, and policy changes aim to ease pressure on buyers and inventory.
Assessing this year’s State House housing initiatives: More could have been done
Housing stakeholders' criticism is directed largely at a new state budget that defunds or doesn't fund certain programs
Broken promises
NH developer Robynne Alexander, who has admitted to fraud charges, has a long trail of projects she abandoned or was forced to drop
Would lower interest rates help NH’s real estate market?
As New Hampshire’s residential real estate market continues to trundle along — with an all-time high median price of $565,000 recorded in June for a single-family house — one spot of relief could be lower interest rates. That’s what President Donald Trump and officials in his administration are advocating. But Susan Cole, president of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, cautions: Lower rates from the Fed isn’t a guarantee of lower mortgage rates.
Aging in place in NH
Homeowners choose to stay in their homes
Chinese water bottler in Nashua in build-out as it prepares for permits
A Chinese water bottler is in the process of its build-out of the 337,391-square-foot building it purchased in Nashua, its project team trading emails with local and state health officials about what is needed for permitting.
What aging in place means for NH seniors and housing market
Nearly a third of New Hampshire residents are at least 60 years old. Almost 20 percent are older than 65. And most live in single-family residences they aren’t keen to give up anytime soon, one of a variety of contributing factors as to why there’s a shortage of available homes for sale in the state.
When it comes to home price-to-income ratios, NH counties above the norm
Household incomes haven’t grown at the same rate as home prices here in New Hampshire. As a result of this growing disconnect, the price-to-income ratio in each of the state’s 10 counties is one and a half to two times what it should be.
Will Canada chatter cool NH’s tourism?
Visits are down, state officials hopeful for successful summer
On heels of ‘true winter’ NH ski areas gear up for improvements
New and improved lifts, expanded terrain, more extensive snowmaking, and a major expansion are among the off-season projects by New Hampshire ski areas as they transition from a 2024-25 season that’s being described as “more like a true winter.”
New state budget banks heavily on NH real estate sales
Against low inventory and affordability issues, will actual sales in the next two years generate the forecasted tax revenue?
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Bipartisan group seeks discussion and legislation on key NH issues
The recently formed New Hampshire Forum has been whittling down — from 18 to four to one or two — important issues that will be addressed in the 2027 session of the state Legislature.
Cracks in the clouds over solar energy
Upcoming legislation may provide (somewhat) smoother permitting process for developers
Gas prices cause NH economic indigestion
New Hampshire is feeling some economic indigestion at the start of the summer season, and the main culprit is gas. Six in 10 (61%) of respondents to a new University of New Hampshire polls are worried about the current and future price of gas, and a clear majority put the blame on President Donald Trump.
People and partnerships will shape the future of energy
What ultimately shapes the future will be the people who continue to keep homes, businesses powered
Smart land development protects agriculture
NH Food Alliance explores how to strengthen housing alongside farmland
EPA, environmental advocates face off over PFAS in Manchester’s wastewater treatment plant
Lawyers for the Conservation Law Foundation argued before a federal environmental appeals board Thursday, May 14, that the Environmental Protection Agency had not done its due diligence when creating a new permit for Manchester’s wastewater treatment facility.
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.
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
Bow approves lease for solar array on capped landfill
Bow is one step closer to installing a solar array on its capped landfill, a project that would reduce energy costs for municipal buildings.
