Author: NH Business Review Staff

Litigation, probes continue after Enterasys deal

Enterasys Networks may have put most of its legal troubles behind it, but Gov. Craig Benson could still not be out of the legal hot seat, even though he may no longer be associated with the company. Enterasys, the successor…

N.H. firm's machines are smarter than the average robot

For years, experts have promised that mobile, intelligent robots (think R2D2 from "Star Wars") would be part of our daily environment, performing tasks that otherwise might require a human being. Until recently, however, such robots have been more science fiction…

Shaw’s strategy raises competition questions

With its recent acquisition of the local Butson’s Market in Littleton, Shaw’s Supermarkets is “the only show in town,” said Town Manager Jason Hoch. Shaw’s, in fact, is the only supermarket for a number of towns around Littleton. “There’s an…

Ecora, Accentus take SwANH honors

Baseball fans may have to wait until after the World Series before learning who the Most Valuable Player and Rookie of the Year award winners are, but for New Hampshire’s techies, the news is already out. Ecora Software of Portsmouth…

Incumbent, newcomer vie for Ward 4 seat

NASHUA – A retiree with an aim to help seniors is challenging a younger working professional who promotes his record of community involvement. But that does not suggest the race for the Ward 4 alderman seat rests entirely on age.…

Iran Offers Concessions on Nuclear Program

The breakthrough follows high-level talks in Tehran between senior Iranian officials and the Foreign Ministers of France, Britain, and Germany. Iran's agreement to halt uranium enrichment and submit to tougher U.N. inspections of its nuclear facilities were key demands of…

Portsmouth’s lawyer-poet holds court

John Perrault was named Portsmouth’s poet laureate last April, but he’s been involved in the Port City’s cultural scene for a lot longer, writing poetry, giving readings and even writing and performing his own folk music. During the day, however,…

Portsmouth’s lawyer-poet holds court

John Perrault was named Portsmouth’s poet laureate last April, but he’s been involved in the Port City’s cultural scene for a lot longer, writing poetry, giving readings and even writing and performing his own folk music. During the day, however,…

Real estate brokers get an up-close look at the North Country

When Jim DeStefano visited northern Coos County recently, what he saw was “a lot of big, empty available buildings,” along with a “quality available work force” for any employer that wants to venture that far north. DeStefano, of Grubb and…

Demand continues to rise for senior living projects

Today’s retirees are more well off than their parents were. They’re also healthier and living longer. As a result, many in their 50s, 60s and beyond are making a choice about where they want to live. With nearly 220 independent…

Demand continues to rise for senior living projects

Today’s retirees are more well off than their parents were. They’re also healthier and living longer. As a result, many in their 50s, 60s and beyond are making a choice about where they want to live. With nearly 220 independent…

Real estate brokers get an up-close look at the North Country

When Jim DeStefano visited northern Coos County recently, what he saw was “a lot of big, empty available buildings,” along with a “quality available work force” for any employer that wants to venture that far north. DeStefano, of Grubb and…

On the air with Arnie Arnesen

If it seems that talk radio host Arnie Arnesen is once again becoming one of the state’s dominant political voices, it’s because she is. From her base at radio station WKXL in Concord, Arnesen, who unsuccessfully ran as a Democrat…

On the air with Arnie Arnesen

If it seems that talk radio host Arnie Arnesen is once again becoming one of the state’s dominant political voices, it’s because she is. From her base at radio station WKXL in Concord, Arnesen, who unsuccessfully ran as a Democrat…

Diagnosing diseases with Dr. Jose Montero

For the last three years, Jose Montero, M.D., chief of New Hampshire’s Bureau of Communicable Disease Control and Surveillance, has been battling diseases statewide. The bureau is the state’s lead player in the investigation and reporting of infectious disease. With…

Diagnosing diseases with Dr. Jose Montero

For the last three years, Jose Montero, M.D., chief of New Hampshire’s Bureau of Communicable Disease Control and Surveillance, has been battling diseases statewide. The bureau is the state’s lead player in the investigation and reporting of infectious disease. With…

Patrolling the harbor with Tracy Shattuck

Tracy Shattuck, the Port of New Hampshire’s chief harbormaster, has an office view of one of the state’s largest scrap metal piles (it’s less than 100 feet away) and a diving wet suit at the ready. Such is the diverse…

Patrolling the harbor with Tracy Shattuck

Tracy Shattuck, the Port of New Hampshire’s chief harbormaster, has an office view of one of the state’s largest scrap metal piles (it’s less than 100 feet away) and a diving wet suit at the ready. Such is the diverse…

Business & Computer Solutions fills all training needs

Business & Computer Solutions specializes in providing adults with the skills and requirements necessary to succeed in today’s work force. Certified Microsoft instructors train students in the world’s leading suite of productivity software — Microsoft Office. Their mission is to…

Prexar offers a full range of Internet expertise

Doing business today means reaching out to customers on the Internet. Since 1995, Prexar has been a dominant player in the Internet industry in northern New England. The firm’s range of services include Web site design and hosting, value-added IP…

Page Street stresses efficient, quality service

Have you driven past a job site or expanding business and wondered where those modular offices and large container units came from? If those businesses are in the Manchester area and elsewhere in New Hampshire and northern New England, chances…

The Corrigan Company: commercial realty experts

The motto, “do one thing and do it well” could very well describe the Concord commercial and industrial real estate firm of The Corrigan Company. The firm was founded in 1980 by Jim Corrigan, who made a decision early on…

Kinko’s quality saves businesses time, money

Today’s business needs to be done better, faster and cost-effectively. Kinko’s at 10 Fort Eddy Rd. in Concord fills all three needs, with business solutions and express service for customers who’ve come to expect nothing less from the full-service copy…

RiverStone Resources: an insurance industry leader

RiverStone Resources LLC is an insurance industry leader, specializing in insurance claims handling/management/resolution, reinsurance and other related consulting services. RiverStone is part of Toronto, Canada-based Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, one of the largest insurance holding companies in the world. RiverStone’s…

Daniel Webster MBA a ‘premier’ graduate program

Daniel Webster College in Nashua has long been recognized for its excellence in undergraduate degree programs. Now that recognition can extend to its graduate program as well, with the introduction of a 20-month MBA program. “We’ve spent two years developing…

Claremont Economic Development Office

When it comes to New Hampshire’s Connecticut River Valley, most people think of the scenic beauty and world-renowned educational opportunities. Perhaps they also should think of it as a great location for business and industry. And no location within the…

NEM offers the benefits of electronic document archiving

Is your business being buried under all the “Paper Weight”? Document Imaging may be the solution. New England Micrographics can convert paper files into searchable, retrievable electronic documents available at the click of a mouse. Founded in 1983 by Nick…

Expanding Dobles offers Chevys, Buicks and Hummers

The people at Dobles Chevrolet Buick Hummer are driving their business forward this spring with a host of new expansion projects. The Manchester auto dealer has purchased available parcels adjacent to its location at the 1250 South Willow block and…

N.H. Business Sales navigates a complex process

New Hampshire Business Sales is made up of a group of experienced business, real estate and consulting professionals who, with their expertise in business brokerage, valuation and consulting, are dedicated to maximizing the value and selling of small to mid-sized,…

Dumpster Depot offers service at your convenience

In two short years, The Dumpster Depot has grown to become one of the leading privately owned and operated waste recycling and dumpster rental companies in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. With more than 20 years’ working in the industry, founder…

NHBR editor wins national SBA honor

Jeff Feingold, editor of the New Hampshire Business Review, has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2003 Small Business Journalist of the Year. He also has been named Small Business Journalist of the Year for New Hampshire as well…