New Hampshire Business Review - July-12 2013

July 1, 2013

NH Business Review Staff

Bipartisan budget moves state forward

Maggie Hassan,

It sets the foundation for a more innovative economic future

Vouchers are not the answer for poor kids

Bill Duncan,

The ‘school choice’ debate is a diversion from the real discussion of how we can best educate low-income children

Dentists are answering the oral health call in New Hampshire

Puneet Kochhar,

The Dental Society’s 800 members are joining a nationwide campaign to address the state’s dental health disparities

What you should know about the Affordable Care Act

Greta Johansson, Tom Raffio,

Aug. 8 forum can provide answers to small businesses

A garden party visit with Ray Burton

Brad Cook,

A reflection on the time, effort and dedication the longtime executive councilor has given to the state

Lessons from 20 years in the stock market

Daniel Cohen,

When it comes to investing, time is a great teacher

Is our education system teaching our children less?

Ron Bourque,

Thoughts on giving iPads to children in grammar school

Vt. bank acquisition adds to N.H. Thrift Bancshares holdings

Bob Sanders,

Details of the $14.4 million purchase of Central Financial Corp., owner of Randolph National Bank, were released in a proxy last week

Cartoon for the week of July 12, 2013

NH Business Review Staff,

N.H. business loans shoot up under federal bank lending program

Bob Sanders,

In the first quarter, the banks collectively lent businesses $817 million – 30 percent more than 2010

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Federal data: Outdoor recreation generates $4.2B for NH economy

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Executive Council pauses $773M federal rural health spending

The NH Executive Council paused the approval of $773 million in federal spending contracts for the “GO NORTH” rural health program Wednesday, March 4, putting the brakes on a major initiative of Gov. Kelly Ayotte after councilors said the contracts were rushed and needed more scrutiny.

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Health issues are starting earlier in the workforce

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Ask the Experts: Understanding assisted living

As families navigate life after retirement, a change in scenery or in housing may be in order. Our panelist addresses common myths, warning signs and the emotional decisions surrounding a move. She explains how assisted living can preserve independence, strengthen safety and create opportunities for healthier, more connected living.