Author: NH Business Review Staff

Turf battle grows between banks, credit unions

Should a credit union be allowed to be more like a bank? That is the question local and federal officials are asking, and the answers differ dramatically depending, not surprisingly, whether the respondent is a bank or the credit union.…

Things are looking up for N.H. economy

All systems go. But is the economy really ready for liftoff? For the last several years the state’s economy has been hovering on the launching pad, and no one was sure whether it was going to soar or crash. The…

Creating communities is Starter’s business

Like many business ventures, Starter Building & Development of Londonderry began almost by accident, when four small developers came together in 1989 to rescue a floundering housing project in Merrimack. The real estate downturn had begun in earnest, and the…

Paving the way for more women in construction

What if your young daughter told you she was interested in a career in construction? Sher Harvey, an owner and vice president of Infantine Insurance in Bedford, would tell you that construction is deeply rooted in math and science, pays…

Things are looking up for N.H. economy

All systems go. But is the economy really ready for liftoff? For the last several years the state’s economy has been hovering on the launching pad, and no one was sure whether it was going to soar or crash. The…

N.H. hydro plants added to buyer’s giant portfolio

What is Brascan and why is it buying up all of these utility assets? You may remember that in addition to owning a 43 percent share in Nexfor, and thus the pulp and paper mills in northern New Hampshire, Brascan…

Court clarifies ‘hardship’

In Maureen Bacon v. Town of Enfield - a case decided Jan. 30 — the special concurrence of Justice Duggan, with whom Justice Dalianas joined, articulated a proposed analysis of the “unnecessary hardship” standard in an effort to provide guidance…

State program helps firms boost energy efficiency

One of the most important issues facing companies throughout New Hampshire and the United States is energy efficiency, and since 1999 the New Hampshire Office of Energy and Planning has been working with companies to improve their energyefficiency efforts through…

Groups join ocean coalition

REGION Fourteen New Hampshire groups have joined a coalition of more than 300 groups from around the country to protect the oceans and life within them. The Granite State groups include environmental, faith-based, sustainable energy and animal rights organizations, in…

Farmers’ market starting today

AMHERST A.J. Cavallaro has seen his share of farmers’ markets. After all, his mother runs a flower farm in Wilton, and two have made the rounds. But when he saw Amherst’s historic town green recently, the 4-year-old proclaimed it “the…

Library closing for July 4 weekend

WILTON - Wilton Public and Gregg Free Library will be closed Saturday, July 3. The library will resume normal hours Tuesday, July 6. For more information, call 654-2581.

Local 131 takes pride in education, training programs

When a building is being constructed or renovated, the success of the project depends on many factors. Primary among them are experienced and knowledgeable tradespersons. That is exactly what the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 131 brings to…

RiverStone Resources, LLC

RiverStone Resources, LLC located in the historic Millyard of Manchester, is an insurance industry leader, comprised of several individual business units that provide services on a global scale. Specializing in insurance claims management, reinsurance and other related consulting services, RiverStone’s…

Center for Orthopaedic Care sets standard for excellence

With 20 highly skilled orthopaedic surgeons on staff, Concord Hospital provides the largest orthopaedic specialty service in the state. Its Center for Orthopaedic Care offers comprehensive care, from prevention and diagnostics to therapeutic treatments, surgery and rehabilitation. The center, New…

Rivier business programs emphasize the 'real world'

The Department of Business Administration at Rivier College in Nashua offers 'real-world' programs taught by business leaders with a focus on practical experience. Rivier offers three undergraduate business degrees in Business Administration, Information Technology Management and Management. For working professionals…

CODA Financials understands what companies need

CODA Financials Inc. provides strategic financial solutions through a range of software products and professional services built around its core global accounting system, CODA-Financials. Founded in 1988, the firm has corporate offices in Bedford and around the world that can…

Powers Generator knows the 'art' of its business

When a New Hampshire storm batters the state, you can ride it out with confidence if your home or business has a Powers Generator-installed and serviced generator. Powers Generator Service has been selling, installing and servicing generators in New Hampshire…

FYI: 'Smarter Decisions with Fleet'

"Smarter Decisions with Fleet" is a $30 million back-to-basics financial literacy program aimed at helping consumers make smarter financial decisions. "'Smarter Decisions' addresses the urgent need for improved financial understanding among consumers," said Anne Finucane, president for Bank of America…

Expertise makes Granite Group Benefits stand out

Granite Group Benefits LLC is a leading employee benefits consulting and administration company representing employers throughout New Hampshire and nine other states. Granite Group's knowledgeable and experienced staff offers exceptional service overseeing its clients' daily employee benefit needs. Founded in…

Dumpster Depot

It's only been three years, but in a very short amount of time, a brand new waste recycling company has come storming onto the scene and emerged as one of the leading privately owned and operated companies in the New…

Saab Nashua North pays attention to the details

Saab Nashua North has been serving southern New Hampshire for 10 years, providing customers with luxury vehicles and unparalleled service. You have a lot of choices for your luxury vehicle, but what sets Saab apart is its safety, performance and…

Technology, service at heart of Papergraphics' business

Papergraphics of Merrimack offers fast, quality printing services to the corporate marketplace through traditional offset printing, digital printing and graphic design. "We cater to projects from the tens to the tens-of-thousands on items such as direct mail, marketing collateral, light…

Gauchos Churrascaria: an enticing dining adventure

The next time you want steak, go south of the border. To Brazil. Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse in Manchester is a whole new concept in steakhouse dining, with fixed-price continuous tableside service of 11 different kinds of steak, meat, fish…

Corrigan Company helps turn dreams into reality

"I want to help people do the things they want to do," says Jim Corrigan, founder of the Concord commercial and industrial real estate firm, The Corrigan Company. That commitment to helping business owners achieve their goals is what sets…

Wayfarer Inn 'ideal choice' for events

Nestled amid picturesque trees and waterfalls, the Wayfarer Inn provides a quintessential New Hampshire lodging experience that is only minutes away from downtown Manchester and the Manchester Airport. To enhance its level of service and commitment to the community, the…

NHCTC center focuses on training, workforce development

The New Hampshire Community Technical College's Center for Training and Business Development provides businesses and communities education and training opportunities throughout the state. Jennifer Landon, director of the Manchester CTBD, said the center specializes in training and workforce development. "If…

Dumpster Depot

It's only been three years, but in a very short amount of time, a brand new waste recycling company has come storming onto the scene and emerged as one of the leading privately owned and operated companies in the New…

CODA Financials understands what companies need

CODA Financials Inc. provides strategic financial solutions through a range of software products and professional services built around its core global accounting system, CODA-Financials. Founded in 1988, the firm has corporate offices in Bedford and around the world that can…

Wayfarer Inn 'ideal choice' for events

Nestled amid picturesque trees and waterfalls, the Wayfarer Inn provides a quintessential New Hampshire lodging experience that is only minutes away from downtown Manchester and the Manchester Airport. To enhance its level of service and commitment to the community, the…

Technology, service at heart of Papergraphics' business

Papergraphics of Merrimack offers fast, quality printing services to the corporate marketplace through traditional offset printing, digital printing and graphic design. "We cater to projects from the tens to the tens-of-thousands on items such as direct mail, marketing collateral, light…

Saab Nashua North pays attention to the details

Saab Nashua North has been serving southern New Hampshire for 10 years, providing customers with luxury vehicles and unparalleled service. You have a lot of choices for your luxury vehicle, but what sets Saab apart is its safety, performance and…

RiverStone Resources, LLC

RiverStone Resources, LLC located in the historic Millyard of Manchester, is an insurance industry leader, comprised of several individual business units that provide services on a global scale. Specializing in insurance claims management, reinsurance and other related consulting services, RiverStone’s…

Rivier business programs emphasize the 'real world'

The Department of Business Administration at Rivier College in Nashua offers 'real-world' programs taught by business leaders with a focus on practical experience. Rivier offers three undergraduate business degrees in Business Administration, Information Technology Management and Management. For working professionals…

Powers Generator knows the 'art' of its business

When a New Hampshire storm batters the state, you can ride it out with confidence if your home or business has a Powers Generator-installed and serviced generator. Powers Generator Service has been selling, installing and servicing generators in New Hampshire…

NHCTC center focuses on training, workforce development

The New Hampshire Community Technical College's Center for Training and Business Development provides businesses and communities education and training opportunities throughout the state. Jennifer Landon, director of the Manchester CTBD, said the center specializes in training and workforce development. "If…

Local 131 takes pride in education, training programs

When a building is being constructed or renovated, the success of the project depends on many factors. Primary among them are experienced and knowledgeable tradespersons. That is exactly what the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 131 brings to…

FYI: 'Smarter Decisions with Fleet'

"Smarter Decisions with Fleet" is a $30 million back-to-basics financial literacy program aimed at helping consumers make smarter financial decisions. "'Smarter Decisions' addresses the urgent need for improved financial understanding among consumers," said Anne Finucane, president for Bank of America…

Expertise makes Granite Group Benefits stand out

Granite Group Benefits LLC is a leading employee benefits consulting and administration company representing employers throughout New Hampshire and nine other states. Granite Group's knowledgeable and experienced staff offers exceptional service overseeing its clients' daily employee benefit needs. Founded in…

Center for Orthopaedic Care sets standard for excellence

With 20 highly skilled orthopaedic surgeons on staff, Concord Hospital provides the largest orthopaedic specialty service in the state. Its Center for Orthopaedic Care offers comprehensive care, from prevention and diagnostics to therapeutic treatments, surgery and rehabilitation. The center, New…

Corrigan Company helps turn dreams into reality

"I want to help people do the things they want to do," says Jim Corrigan, founder of the Concord commercial and industrial real estate firm, The Corrigan Company. That commitment to helping business owners achieve their goals is what sets…

Gauchos Churrascaria: an enticing dining adventure

The next time you want steak, go south of the border. To Brazil. Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse in Manchester is a whole new concept in steakhouse dining, with fixed-price continuous tableside service of 11 different kinds of steak, meat, fish…

Gauchos Churrascaria: an enticing dining adventure

The next time you want steak, go south of the border. To Brazil. Gauchos Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse in Manchester is a whole new concept in steakhouse dining, with fixed-price continuous tableside service of 11 different kinds of steak, meat, fish…

Masons plan trip on scenic railroad

WILTON - On Saturday, July 17, members of Clinton Lodge 52, A&FM will host a dinner trip on the Wilton Scenic Railroad. Members of the lodge will prepare and serve the meal, with proceeds benefiting the lodge. Tickets are $24…

Garden club plans tour

HOLLIS - The Colonial Garden Club of Hollis’ “Hollis in Bloom 2004” garden tour is slated to take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. This self-guided tour will showcase eight personal gardens - new and old, large and small. A…

Woman hospitalized after crash

MILFORD - A 77-year-old Keene woman was flown by medical helicopter to University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester after she was injured in a single-vehicle accident Saturday afternoon. A nursing supervisor reported Harper was in good condition Sunday evening.…

Nebraska woman dies in crash on I-93

DERRY - A Nebraska woman died after a car with seven passengers rolled over into the median of Interstate 93. Cu Vong, 50, of Lincoln, Neb., was ejected from the car and pronounced dead at the scene early Sunday morning.…

Donations fund new camera

HUDSON - The town’s fire department is now equipped with its second thermal-imaging camera, thanks to donations from residents and local businesses. Fire officials began collecting donations for a new camera as part of an agreement reached when town leaders…

Medical center unveils addition plan

MILFORD - The Milford Medical Center may be getting an expansion. The facility, owned by St. Joseph Hospital of Nashua, has put forward a tentative plan to build a 5,500-square-foot, free-standing addition behind its medical facility at 442 Nashua St.…