Dental hygienists are a crucial part of any dental team and are greatly appreciated. Dr. Russ Ouellette recently wrote a piece ("Courage, a rare commodity," April 22-May 5 NHBR)about dental hygienists and the great work they do. Today, New Hampshire…
It is my belief that a budget is a reflection of values and goals. But the New Hampshire House Representatives and Senate recently passed a budget that does not represent what is most valued by the people of New Hampshire:…
With the 2011 legislative session essentially behind us, you'd think lawmakers and their constituents would get a breather. But the people's hard-working representatives are already gearing up for next year's go-round.Among those apparently working the hardest is Rep. Bob Kingsbury,…
Starting your business was hard work, but getting paid from customers who aren't sending payments as promised can be harder. Sound familiar? Many small-business owners struggle with getting paid, some ignore it and hope the customer will eventually pay, some…
I separately interviewed Karen Mills, administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and Ginger Lew, senior adviser to the White House National Economic Council and to the SBA administrator, on the topic of regional innovation clusters and their past, present…
Being the boss is a good thing, or as Mel Brooks said in his movie, "History of the World": "It's good to be the king." But leadership is a multifaceted paradigm, requiring one to juggle multiple hats. In one moment,…
Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code continues to drive the creation, implementation – and correction – of nonqualified deferred compensation plans.Gone are the days of discretionary payouts, random decisions to further defer a given payment or a decision to…
One of New Hampshire's greatest strengths is its ability to attract innovative businesses through a combination of progressive regulations, attractive tax laws, a talented workforce and a great quality of life. Two sectors that hold real promise for bringing new…
There was a noticeable resurgence in merger and acquisition activity in the second half of 2010, with corporate and private equity players once again sensing an uptick in confidence in the market. While market confidence is not anywhere near the…
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.
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.
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community
Rising demand, transmission constraints, and the push for regional solutions
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.
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.
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.
UNH is home to the state’s largest school of nursing
