Trouble on the horizon?
By most accounts, this nation’s providers of new homes will have finished 2005 on a strong note. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of the end of October new home permits across the nation are running 5 percent ahead…
New Hampshire Business Review - March 31 2006
Top Shelf: Giving men the spa treatment
Move over, ladies. Spas are quickly becoming a “guy thing.” According to the International Spa Association, which represents more than 2,500 spa facilities and providers in 73 countries, men make up 29 percent of the $40 billion global spa industry.…
Ex-dog track official to change plea in gambling case
Richard Hart, former general manager of Lakes Region Greyhound Park, plans to change his innocent plea on charges linked to a massive illegal gambling conspiracy involving tax fraud and organized crime - the charges that eventually resulted in the Belmont…
Riverstone sale reaps $207m at auction
Lucent Technologies will be buying most of the assets of Riverstone Networks for $207 million if a bankruptcy judge approves the sale, the company has announced. The parties hope to close the deal in early April. “We are pleased that…
Cook On Concord: Two early primary sightings: Romney and Hagel
While the Democratic National Committee wrangles over scheduling minor caucuses after January and prior to the New Hampshire primary to add “diversity” to the mix, exploratory forays into the state have been made by several potential candidates. So far, they…
Why employers should keep an eye on the Legislature
There are a number of bills pending in the New Hampshire Legislature which, if passed, could have a significant impact on employers doing business in New Hampshire. For some employers, the result may be unacceptable interference with work and production…
Short-handed House backs insurance premium tax cut
The House voted 183-85 March 22 to pass a bill giving property and casualty insurance companies a $40.2 million tax cut between fiscal years 2008 and 2012. Rep. Ben Parker, R-Londonderry, who chaired the subcommittee that reviewed House Bill 678,…
Bids stream in for bankrupt Foss Manufacturing
Several parties are interested in buying Foss Manufacturing and want to operate it as a growing concern, Patrick J. O'Malley, trustee for the bankrupt Hampton company, revealed March 23 in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Manchester. The amount the parties are…
With state help, a Northwood company takes on Europe
Nearly 20 years ago, Bob Markarian started the Architectural Resources Center in Northwood, a firm that manufactures and sells custom and stock window and door hardware for historic buildings. It’s a small company, with just seven full-time employees, but it’s…
Home market slowdown leaves sellers in rough spot
When Maurice Fredette put his Nashua home on the market a year ago, he thought it would sell in about a month. That wasn’t the case. He’s had to lower the price three times, and it’s still for sale. Fredette…
