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NH Together: A Conversation

Project Manager Martha Madsen helps foster constructive dialogue and community conversations to reduce political polarization and strengthen voter confidence in elections

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New FAFSA updates, challenges

In an email to NH Business Review, Granite Edvance — a nonprofit based in Concord that helps students and their families navigate their education and career pathways — highlighted several more changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process that are designed to increase FAFSA completion.

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(Ask the Experts) Fostering mental health supports in the workplace

Responsible employers know that employees perform at their best when they’re in good physical and mental health. There is a growing focus on fostering a healthy business culture where work-life balance is prioritized and supports are available for those who may be struggling with mental health challenges. Maintain open communication on mental health and programs available to employees.

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(Ask the Experts) Office space strategies focus on flexibility, hybrid options

Where and how businesses operate is undergoing a huge shift. Some workplaces that transitioned to remote positions during the pandemic have found that continues to work best for them, while others see fully in-person as their way forward. Some are finding a middle ground with hybrid options. What they all share is a need for flexible options in a changing office space market.

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Tax time comes with changes

The New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration (NHDRA) is providing guidance to help simplify the tax filing process, including updates on this season’s tax filing procedures and legislative changes, along with tips to assist both individual taxpayers and tax preparers.

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Jobs report data shows ‘mixed picture’

According to a February report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate has increased to 3.9% nationwide, and the number of unemployed people increased by 334,000 to 6.5 million.

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(Ask the Experts) Emerging digital tools pose cyber risks for businesses

Technology is changing the way we do business. The latest innovations can help streamline processes and expand your reach, but there are risks to digital technologies. Cybersecurity leaders share how businesses and individuals can protect themselves while making the most of emerging digital tools.

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2024 BOB Award winners

Congratulations to all the 2024 winners! NH Business Review is pleased to present the winners of our 17th annual BOB Awards, which honor the Best of Business in New Hampshire for 2024. Each year, our readers vote for the Granite…

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(Ask the Experts) Aging lifestyle made easy with tools, planning

New Hampshire is the second-oldest state in the nation, with a median age of 43, and 18.7% of residents are 65 and older, compared with 16.5% nationwide. Technology tools and advance planning can help those residents maintain the most independence while adjusting to the changes older age may bring.

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Crystal Dionne named new Primary Bank president/CEO

Last week, Primary Bank announced that Crystal Dionne has been appointed as president and CEO, with over 25 years of expertise in the financial services industry — eight of those years as a member of the Primary Bank team.

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Executive Council pauses $773M federal rural health spending

The NH Executive Council paused the approval of $773 million in federal spending contracts for the “GO NORTH” rural health program Wednesday, March 4, putting the brakes on a major initiative of Gov. Kelly Ayotte after councilors said the contracts were rushed and needed more scrutiny.

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Health issues are starting earlier in the workforce

Employer health benefits costs are rising faster than inflation and wage growth, putting continued pressure on employer-sponsored plans. According to KFF’s 2025 Employer Health Benefits Survey, per-employee benefit costs increased 6% in 2025, with another 6.5% increase projected for 2026.