New Hampshire Business Review - Aug. 25, 2023

August 25, 2023

Morgen Connor

New review highlights DEIJ importance in public education

The NH Center for Justice and Equity,

Insights focus on benefits of DEIJ initiatives for students and teachers

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NH breaks ground on new forensic psychiatric hospital

Paul Cuno-Booth -NH Public Radio,

New $40m, 24-bed facility to meet 'critical unmet need' in prison system

Investing in workforce is vital for business growth

Robert Cook,

Workforce development fosters employee engagement, retention, loyalty, aids in succession planning, reduces turnover costs

Hand Putting Coins In Glass Jar With Retro Alarm Clock

Will you have enough money to retire comfortably?

Joseph H. Guyton,

The earlier you begin retirement income planning, the better

Senior People Planning Retirement Budget Vector Illustration

Five myths about retirement that can lead you astray

Bob Bonfiglio,

Avoid missteps and achieve your financial goals in your retirement

Make the most of your health benefits: 6 questions employers should ask their healthcare insurer

Maria Proulx,

Help employees protect their health and feel supported by their healthcare provider

Cimate change deniers

NH Business Review Staff,

Political cartoon by Adrian Raeside

(Opinion) Don’t be fooled by fast cash, high-risk business loans

Laurel Adams,

High-interest loans may seem enticing, but they come with enormous penalties

(Opinion) Banning TikTok diminishes our freedom of speech

Kevin St. James,

Government overreach is not the American way

(Opinion) Twin States Energy Link is a win for New Hampshire

David Watters,

The project will add much-needed transmission capacity to the region

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Casino Salem to close next month for construction

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Lebanon’s Route 120 corridor could see mixed-use development

Developers and city officials have long eyed the northern part of Lebanon, along Route 120, as a hot spot for new housing and businesses, and the result has already been evident with large apartment complexes cropping up there in recent years.

Does Portsmouth HDC drive up development cost?

City Councilor Rich Blalock, who served four years as the council’s representative on the HDC, said he was motivated to make the initial motion to address the lack of affordable housing in Portsmouth. He contended the HDC’s often monthslong reviews of new construction projects drives up the cost of development.