GT Solar International paid its top five executives a total of $14.6 million in compensation in fiscal year 2011 -- a nearly 40 percent increase, despite a decrease in pay to its chief executive -- according to a proxy statement…
When it comes to states in which power plants are the leading sources of toxic air pollution, New Hampshire is 19th worst in the nation, according to a new report that analyzed data from the Environmental Protection Agency.But once the…
Following a long struggle to keep its head above water, Borders, the nation's second-largest bookstore chain, will liquidate and shutter its nearly 400 remaining bookstores, including all three full-size stores and two express stores in New Hampshire.After being unable to…
USA Springs is on its way to completing its controversial water bottling plant in Nottingham -- all it needs is approval of a reorganization plan by the Bankruptcy Court in Manchester.Under the plan, the company -- which will remain under…
The holding company of Lake Sunapee Bank now has more than a billion dollars in the bank, so to speak.Newport-based New Hampshire Thrift Bancshares Inc.'s total assets increased 3.6 percent to $1 billion in the quarter ending June 20, the…
Alltex Uniform Rental Service Inc., a Manchester-based industrial laundry service, and its parent company, G&K Services, will pay a $65,000 penalty to settle charges of emitting pollutants without a proper permit.In addition, the company has agreed to undertake a "supplemental…
Six Granite State Ambassadors, including Bernie Dann, left, Vera Hujar and Ambassador of the Year Richard Russell, were invited to enjoy a private tour of Lake Winnipesaukee aboard Latitude 43º Charters' new luxury yacht.
As part of its College Equals Opportunity campaign, the NHHEAF Network Organizations have awarded six $5,000 scholarships to New Hampshire students demonstrating significant leadership abilities. Winners are, from left, Joshua Ballance, Bryant University; Stephanie Corbeil, Rivier College; Hollyann DeCarteret, Rivier…
Through its "Double Play" promotion with the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, FairPoint Communications has donated $1,000 to New Horizons for New Hampshire to support its soup kitchen, food pantry and shelter. Pictured with the donation are, from left, Paul Hanson,…
The People's United Community Foundation, the philanthropic arm of People's United Bank, has awarded a $4,000 grant to the New Hampshire Jump$tart Coalition to promote youth financial literacy in the state. Awarding the donation to Jump$tart president Daniel Hebert is…
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
