Claims of widespread voter fraud in New Hampshire lack any specific examples
Despite charges by several Republicans, no concrete instances exist
Author: Rick Green-Granite State News Collaborative
Adverse Reaction: Why do some NH healthcare workers oppose the Covid-19 vaccine?
Even with potential of losing their jobs, they loudly object to requirements
Tackling vaccine hesitancy through art, not shame
Manchester project aims ‘to encourage people to get the vaccine and mitigate misinformation’
Worker shortage rocks New Hampshire childcare industry amid record demand
As more parents return to the workplace, waiting lists grow
No state mandate, but some mask directives remain across New Hampshire
Businesses, municipalities continue to require them, but not all do
Cases increase, new variant emerges as Covid vaccine rollout moves ahead in NH
State health officials urge people to follow health precautions even after they’re vaccinated
Some NH businesses see extended jobless benefits as fueling labor shortage
Effort to raise minimum wage also stokes concerns
Online gambling: a concern during the pandemic
Calls to New Hampshire helplines for compulsive gamblers increased about 25% during 2020
Professionals of color describe a positive reception in New Hampshire
In virtual meeting, three entrepreneurs say they’ve felt welcomed by their communities
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Are prediction markets revenue ripe for picking in NH?
To many people, prediction markets and sports gaming are a distinction without a difference. Which begs the question: Should New Hampshire be regulating prediction markets, especially as they apply to sports, the same way it regulates — and draws revenue from — sports betting via DraftKings?
Shipyard payroll shows strength over the years
An analysis of economic impact reports of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard by the Seacoast Shipyard Association from calendar year 2020 to 2025 shows that payroll value increased by 15.3% — from $671.4 million to $774 million.
NH is destination for space sector
The two-day Space, Technology, Trade and Research expo on Oct. 28-29 in Durham convened innovators, producers, scientists, engineers, investors, bankers, students and representatives of the U.S. Space Force and Department of War. The goal: Increase networking, collaboration and awareness of what’s happening here, including on the campus of UNH, which provides tools, expertise and facilities for product development and testing.
BAE signs pact with War Department to increase production of laser-guidance kits
The Hudson campus of BAE Systems was the setting for the signing of a multiyear agreement with the U.S. Department of War to increase production capacity of the company’s APKWS laser-guidance kits up to 35,000 units per year. The kits, which transform unguided 2.75-inch rockets into precision-guided munitions, are used by the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps and Navy, and are available to U.S. allies.
The sweepstakes to pick a Medicare plan is on
The exit of two Medicare Advantage carriers from the state will affect 14,200 current enrollees, while changes to other plans could mean a decline in overall enrollment in Advantage plans by 18,104 beneficiaries in 2027
Live-work-create tech village eyed for Manchester
A tech-entrepreneur turned venture capitalist is eyeing one of the largest undeveloped tracts in Manchester for a community where tech- and startup-minded people would live and work. Freedom Village would be located on 250 acres of mostly wooded land at Hackett Hill, which is located in the northwestern corner of Manchester.
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.
Building tomorrow’s manufacturing workforce
This year’s Advanced Manufacturing and High Technology Summit kicked off with a topic universal to all employers: how to build the workforce of tomorrow. The 24th annual event organized by the New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership on Oct. 9 featured a keynote panel discussion featuring representatives from the state’s university and community college systems.
It’s (still) the economy, stupid
Back in 1992, political strategist James Carvell came up with the phrase, “It’s the economy, stupid,” to help Democrat Bill Clinton defeat incumbent Republican President George H.W. Bush.
