New Hampshire Business Review - Oct. 20, 2023

October 20, 2023

Jeff Feingold

Freight railroad awarded $9.6m to upgrade rail lines

Michael Kitch,

Funds from the Federal Railroad Administration used to enhance the St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad

Economist tells NH real estate brokers: more supply and buyers are coming

Paul Briand,

The big 'if' remains whether mortgage interest rates will start to decrease

Berlin and Gorham seek intervenor status in hydroelectric facilities re-licensing

Barbara Tetreault -The Berlin Sun,

Communities have requested clarification on matters of safety, access and recreational opportunities surrounding sites

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Manchester looking to launch Spanish-English immersion program next fall

Gabriela Lozada-NH Public Radio,

Program would offer classes in two languages with balanced curriculum

Initiative highlights efforts to recruit, retain health care workers in NH

Melissa Russell/The Keene Sentinel,

HealthForce NH is a new information hub to attract providers to state long-term

NH attorney general signs on to Amazon suit

Laconia Daily Sun Staff,

Amazon's illegal, monopolized power over small businesses at center of lawsuit

Golf is significant driver to NH outdoor economy

Paul Briand,

NH Golf Association survey underway to assess the sport's impact on the state's economy

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