New Hampshire Business Review - June 2, 2023

June 2, 2023

Monadnock Mill

NH Preservation Alliance presents Preservation Achievement Awards

Jeff Feingold,

Organization honors rehabilitation and revitalization efforts around state

Jared 1

People and Property: Real Estate and Construction News From Around NH

Jeff Feingold,

Hassan co-sponsors affordable housing bill, new HVAC company launched in Barrington … and more

Turnkey Landfill

How lobbying influences solid waste management laws in New Hampshire

Sruthi Gopalakrishnan/Concord Monitor,

Over past 3 years, waste management firms have spent a total of $250k on lobbying efforts in the state

Ara Lab

Banned since 1979, PCBs are still found everywhere in New Hampshire

Hadley Barndollar -New Hampshire Bulletin,

Little attention has been given to the pollutants, and money to address the issue has been scarce

Conn Biz Portal

$10 million in federal pandemic money sought for online ‘business support’ portal

Annmarie Timmins-New Hampshire Bulletin,

BEA says site could attract new small businesses to New Hampshire

Replace Some Employees With Ai, Plan To Use Tech Innovation For Some Tasks, Business Transformation, Layoff Concept, Hand Of Employer Putting New Gear With Word Ai To Replace Gear Of Businessman.

Will AI revolutionize the hiring process?

Adam M. Hamel,

While artificial intelligence-driven tools can be helpful, there are potential risks and concerns

Short Term Rental Photo

Conway officials look at licensing and inspecting all rental properties

Daymond Steer-The Conway Daily Sun,

After losing short-term rental case in NH Supreme Court, town mulls its options

Justice James Bassett

Debate over what constitutes a fair political map heard in NH Supreme Court

Todd Bookman-NH Public Radio,

Case focuses on GOP-drawn state Senate, Executive Council districts

Unh School Of Law

UNH law school said ‘no thanks’ to US News rankings, but it was ranked anyway

David Brooks-Concord Monitor,

School’s dean cites ‘flawed’ rankings and their ‘outsized negative influence’ on legal education

Weijer Josh 600

Administering health care when there is no patient directive

Joshua R. Weijer,

A look at the obligations of providers in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Maine

More news from NHBR:

Several Real Estate Signs During Spring.

Where does home affordability go from here?

Index of affordability in New Hampshire tied for poorest showing in 2025

Nhopinions

(Opinion) Only trained surgeons should perform eye surgery

New Hampshire should insist that its citizens receive surgery from properly trained surgeons by asking legislators to reject HB 349

Jesse Lore

Cutting pennies from businesses while gutting NH’s future is bad policy

HB 155 would cut the Business Enterprise Tax by 0.05%. On paper, that sounds “pro-business.” In reality, it’s a distraction that saves most businesses pennies while pulling an estimated $23 million out of an already strained state budget, says small business owner Jesse Lore.

Tough times ahead for many NH families

As 2025 comes to an end, many Granite Staters are feeling the same things. Groceries cost more. Housing costs and property taxes are up. Health care is harder to afford and access.

Reber Utley

The keys to collaboration

How to build a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem

William Fleming

Understanding the new tax legislation

Achieving financial independence — that is, living comfortably while knowing your money will last — is a goal shared by many.

1765942470694224c6e7357

Real estate tax considerations in New Hampshire

Real estate transactions in New Hampshire invariably carry tax consequences. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or advisor, thoughtful tax planning is critical to preserving value and avoiding costly missteps.

Smart Young People Using Laptops, Digital Tablets And Textbooks Sitting In Row In Waiting Room.

NH needs a workforce farm system

Since 2020, our research team at the University of New Hampshire — the New Hampshire Youth Retention Initiative (YRI) — has been studying how young people view the Granite State as a place to live, learn and work.

17659424136942248dccdd2

Addressing health care affordability in New Hampshire

The people of New Hampshire are facing unprecedented economic challenges — no one has been spared from rising grocery bills, increased rent and utility costs, and even higher car insurance premiums.