Governor Benson’s decision to bury the hatchet and call on former GOP rival Bruce Keough to co-chair his 2004 campaign, albeit honorarily, was a shrewd political decision. It was also was absolutely necessary, considering that more than a few Republicans,…
“I told him that I am taking a different approach than other governors.” — Gov. Craig Benson recounting what he said to Homeland Security Secretary Tom Ridge about Benson’s decision to begin scrutinizing federal homeland security grants for what he…
They’re here to protect the planet from dangerous space invaders, capture running blue ghosts in a maze and guide little cartoon plumbers through a crazy building. In early June, more than 50 people gathered at the Funspot arcade in Weirs…
Love the outdoors, but hate the hassle of hiking? Reserve a spot for the next Wine and Dine Naturalist Float Trip on the Androscoggin River. Sandy MacGregor, owner and operator of the Mountain Ranger Guide Service in Rumford, Maine, offers…
Whether you’re going to participate or be a spectator, mark you calendar for the 16th annual Wildman Biathlon, one of the toughest multi-sport events in New England. Scheduled for 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 — rain or shine — more…
It may not be for everybody, but if karaoke is for you, then you won’t want to miss the Gone Country karaoke contest, a music fest and barbecue to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of Souhegan Valley.…
At the end of July, more than 600 Alfa Romeo owners from across the nation will converge on New Hampshire with their cars, passions and dreams in tow for a few days of Alfa talk, Alfa ogling, Alfa fun and…
The natural beauty of Lake Sunapee and the vibrant cultural offerings of the area surrounding Dartmouth College are well worth spending a day or more exploring the eastern half of our state. The Drive Coming from the southern parts of…
Q. Some time ago you offered a list of reasons companies are negligent when it comes to fostering dramatic innovation (you called it “breakout” innovation). In my experience, the real problem is managers who lack creativity and guts. Agree? A.…
Compared to recent years, the 2004 session of the New Hampshire Legislature was pretty quiet on the utility front. If there was one characteristic common to most utility-related pieces of legislation this year, it was the desire to study the…
