NHBR About Town: Week of October 9, 2026
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
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Dr. Joseph Pepe, in his second year as president and CEO of Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, has been named to the Becker’s Hospital Review list of “Top Physician Leaders” of 2014.
The national list highlights the achievements of hospital CEOs with a medical background.
Pepe said he considered the recognition “a reflection of the entire leadership team at Catholic Medical Center, and the amazing work done every day by the entire medical staff and support teams.”
Pepe is a board-certified internist who has been in practice more than 20 years. He serves on the boards of directors of Saint Anselm College, St. Peter’s Home, Bedford Ambulatory Surgical Associates and the New Hampshire Hospital Association.
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The value of all property in Manchester increased by almost half — 48% ‑ over the past five years, according to preliminary data released by city officials on Oct. 13 The valuations, compiled due to a citywide revaluation, add up to $23.09 billion. The current value of city properties is $15.56 billion, which was based on assessments made during the city's last revaluation.
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Anyone who has taken a transmission line or a wind farm through New Hampshire’s Site Evaluation Committee knows the process is long, expensive and can be fraught with complication.
Artificial intelligence has moved from pilot project to daily practice inside many HR departments.
When Richard “Dick” Levy’s wife, Susan, received a terminal diagnosis of a progressive brain disorder a decade ago, he became her primary caregiver. Doctors estimated Susan had between three and five years left to live.
Interest rates affect nearly every business decision — from expansion plans to asset acquisition to operational budgeting.
More than 20 years ago as a senior at Saint Anselm College, I found my way into a political advertising seminar held at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics.
New Hampshire is a remarkable place. We go first in the presidential primary. Our citizen legislature sends people to Concord who hold day jobs and show up anyway.