What employers need to know about new workplace rule interpretation
NLRA guidance contains a more employer-friendly view
Author: Steve Ahnen, James Potter and Pamela Napoli
The compliance trap in lead-generation services
This article outlines key considerations for U.S.-based companies that offer lead-generation services — i.e., selling lists of contact information for use in marketing or direct outreach.
NHBR About Town: Week of April 10, 2026
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The Latest: Week of April 10, 2026
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Ask the Experts: Planning is paramount for wills, trusts and estates
Planning for the future, particularly as a business owner, requires more than a simple will. Our panelist of professionals explore the fundamentals of estate planning, from choosing between wills and trusts to preparing for incapacity and business succession. Their insights highlight how thoughtful planning can protect assets, reduce legal complications, maximize financial benefits and ensure your wishes are carried out for both family and business interests.
NH WARN: what employers need to know about layoff notices
Workforce reductions are never easy. Whether driven by economic uncertainty, industry shifts or strategic restructuring, layoffs can be some of the most difficult decisions business leaders face. At the same time, workforce reductions carry legal obligations that are easy to overlook, particularly under state law. In New Hampshire, one of the most misunderstood of those obligations is the state’s WARN Act.
New administrator of YDC fund confirmed
Nearly nine months after a controversial change to the Youth Development Center abuse claims process pushed the administrator from his job and stalled the proceedings for survivors, the fund now has a new leader.
(Opinion) Opportunity Zones 2.0: Other states are getting ready, is New Hampshire?
With the permanent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act this past summer, Opportunity Zones (OZ) are being reset, and with it, an opportunity for New Hampshire to shape what comes next. The question is whether we’re ready and whether municipalities, developers and state leaders are aligned to act.
(Opinion) Businesses are part of the village that stops child abuse and neglect
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. New Hampshire Children’s Trust (NHCT), in collaboration with our national partner, Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), uses this month as an opportunity to spread awareness about ways to stop child abuse and neglect before it happens.
(Opinion) Is supporting employee wellness worth the cost?
It is likely that individual health is one of the core drivers of our economy and productivity. Seeing the potential value of employers investing in wellness may even seem straightforward. Trickier however, might be finding affordable and appealing ways to do this amid the tight margins and self-reliant cultures of agriculture and natural resources sectors.
Outdoor recreation is economic infrastructure
New Hampshire has long acknowledged outdoor recreation as an asset. We speak of it in terms of quality of life, tourism appeal and regional character. That framing, while not inaccurate, is no longer sufficient.
Cook on Concord: Ways to cope with chaos
Whenever I think he cannot get worse, he does. The “he” in question is the occupant of the White House, and his unprecedented and inappropriate actions.
The AI ethics question
Customers deserve transparency if you are using automation
What can AI do for me?
It seems everybody is talking about AI (artificial intelligence). Some think it will save us, and others think it will destroy us. I think the truth lies somewhere in the middle.
The Bottom Line: Unitil, The Rubber Group and Connection
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Take 5: NH Taxpayer ROI, burnout trends and email security
NH Business Review's biweekly snapshot of business and industry statistics
C-Suite leaders share priorities at NH Life Sciences forum
Executive leadership from some of New Hampshire’s top life sciences companies gathered March 25 for New Hampshire Life Sciences’ (NHLS) third annual C-Suite Forum.
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.
Out of reach: First quarter 2026 home affordability data shows ‘complicated story’
Part of the complication of the New Hampshire real estate housing market lies in the fact that prices can vary from county to county
Q&A with Kathleen Reardon, CEO, and Angelica Ladd, Communications Manager of the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits
Reardon and Angelica Ladd, communications manager for the New Hampshire Center for Nonprofits, recently visited NH Business Review to talk about the campaign as well as the upcoming NH Gives online fundraising program on the “Down to Business” podcast with editors Amanda Andrews and Mike Cote. This story is adapted from the interview.
Army vet running to raise funds for USO
Brookline resident Christopher Stock works as safety director for Eversource NH
The Pulse: Gas, diesel prices jump as war in Iran continues
A gallon of gas has jumped about 25%
M&T Bank to house resource hub at Manchester facility
THE MARK STEBBINS COMMUNITY CENTER IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION ON THE CITY’S WEST SIDE
Baking up a business
Lauren Collins Cline brings her Slightly Crooked Pies to Elm Street
Life is Good session on outdoor industry adds AI and robots to the mix
Life is good at Life is Good, the maker of “premium tees that radiate optimism and foster connection,” which served as host of the last Granite Outdoor economy series March 25
Stronger Together
Leaders from the NH Center for Nonprofits shares insight into their recent "Nonprofits Get It Done for NH" campaign, what challenges the nonprofit industry is currently facing ... and more
NH property taxes not only among highest in country, but vary widely from town to town
New report shows the state's disproportionate reliance on property taxes, among the highest in the nation
ADUs, manufactured homes can help with NH housing crisis
Single-family and condominium alternatives, such as manufactured homes and accessory dwellings units (ADUs), could go a long way toward helping ease New Hampshire’s housing crisis. But those options can have some obstacles, according to participants in a forum.
Manchester to end up on the Monopoly board
Efforts are underway in Manchester to fashion a version of the iconic board game "Monopoly" into a Who's Who and What's What of New Hampshire's largest city.
NHBR About Town: Week of March 27, 2026
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The Latest: Week of March 27, 2026
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
The New England energy market
Rising demand, transmission constraints, and the push for regional solutions
Rugg family, Exeter settle land dispute
The Rugg family and the Town of Exeter have settled their long running land dispute, clearing the way for a developer to proceed with a housing development to be built on the Exeter-Newfields town line.
(Opinion) Novus Public Affairs’ 30-year anniversary: Paul Young’s meaningful mark on NH
For nearly six decades, Paul Young has been a constant, if often understated, presence in public and government affairs, both in New Hampshire and beyond. Since founding Novus Public Affairs in 1996, Young has helped shape how businesses, nonprofits and political leaders communicate and connect with the world around them, leaving a mark on the state that is hard to measure but easy to feel.
(Opinion) A legacy of impact: the McCourts’ gift to Great Bay Community College students
When Emerson McCourt passed away in 2006, he left behind an extensive tool collection, meticulous instructions and a commitment to Great Bay Community College (GBCC) students that continues today.
Letter to the editor: UNH is home to the state’s largest school of nursing
UNH is home to the state’s largest school of nursing
(Opinion) Losing the ‘advantage’ for seniors
New Hampshire is falling behind in the care of our aging population
Right-to-know office remains empty after cuts
Nine months after the office that handles disputes over access to public records was vacated, the state has yet to staff it.
The debt and deficit blues
Even before the Iran war, the federal budget was already $2 trillion out of balance
The dual effect of the CDFA tax credit program
First-time-participant M&T Bank cites community’s ‘strong relationships’
Reviving Berlin
Two years ago, for the first time in more than a decade, the City of Berlin turned a page, beginning a new chapter energized by fresh leadership and renewed hope for a brighter future. In January 2024, Robert Cone, a Republican, was sworn in as mayor following a closely contested election that brought new energy and ideas to City Hall. His victory marked a clear moment of change for residents eager to see Berlin revitalized and thriving once again. Now serving his second term, Cone ran unopposed in what was long considered a Democratic stronghold, a powerful sign of growing confidence in his leadership.
Independent contractor rules may be changing
On February 26, 2026, the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division released a new notice of proposed rulemaking that would significantly revise the test used under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) for determining independent contractor status, marking the third major change to the federal independent contractor rule in less than five years.
Driving deeper sustainability in construction
In construction, sustainability is still too often defined by project type, certification or client mandate. If a job is labeled “green,” we assume the contractor is sustainable by default. But that framing misses the point.
Building your AI-ready workforce
Most business owners come to me with technology questions. Which AI tool should we use? What platform is best for our industry? How much will it cost? I get it. Technology feels tangible. It’s something you can research, compare and buy.
The Bottom Line: Albany International, Connection and Unitil
A roundup of news updates from public companies in NH and nationwide
Littleton company aims for a big bite of the outdoor business
Adventure Ready Brands makes health and safety products at North Country industrial park
Take 5: WalletHub study, employment rate and housing preference
NH Business Review's biweekly snapshot of business and industry statistics
AG says federal judge exceeded her authority in inspection ruling
A federal judge exceeded her authority by ordering the state to continue its mandatory vehicle inspection program after it was repealed, NH Attorney General John Formella argued in a legal filing Thursday, March 19, with the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Former Ocean Spray CEO to serve as UNH commencement speaker
Tom Hayes, ‘87, former CEO of Ocean Spray, will deliver the commencement address at the University of New Hampshire undergraduate ceremonies on May 16. A respected leader in the food industry, with more than three decades of experience guiding major consumer brands, Hayes will offer words of inspiration to the class of ‘26.
Manchester’s Exacom acquired by Motorola Solutions
Exacom, which provides voice and multimedia recording and logging solutions for 911 emergency communications, has been acquired by Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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What employers need to know about new workplace rule interpretation
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NHBR About Town: Week of April 10, 2026
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The Latest: Week of April 10, 2026
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Ask the Experts: Planning is paramount for wills, trusts and estates
Planning for the future, particularly as a business owner, requires more than a simple will. Our panelist of professionals explore the fundamentals of estate planning, from choosing between wills and trusts to preparing for incapacity and business succession. Their insights highlight how thoughtful planning can protect assets, reduce legal complications, maximize financial benefits and ensure your wishes are carried out for both family and business interests.
NH WARN: what employers need to know about layoff notices
Workforce reductions are never easy. Whether driven by economic uncertainty, industry shifts or strategic restructuring, layoffs can be some of the most difficult decisions business leaders face. At the same time, workforce reductions carry legal obligations that are easy to overlook, particularly under state law. In New Hampshire, one of the most misunderstood of those obligations is the state’s WARN Act.
New administrator of YDC fund confirmed
Nearly nine months after a controversial change to the Youth Development Center abuse claims process pushed the administrator from his job and stalled the proceedings for survivors, the fund now has a new leader.
(Opinion) Opportunity Zones 2.0: Other states are getting ready, is New Hampshire?
With the permanent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act this past summer, Opportunity Zones (OZ) are being reset, and with it, an opportunity for New Hampshire to shape what comes next. The question is whether we’re ready and whether municipalities, developers and state leaders are aligned to act.
(Opinion) Businesses are part of the village that stops child abuse and neglect
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. New Hampshire Children’s Trust (NHCT), in collaboration with our national partner, Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), uses this month as an opportunity to spread awareness about ways to stop child abuse and neglect before it happens.
