NHBR About Town: Week of October 9, 2026
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As part of the yearlong celebration of its 50th anniversary, the Merrimack Valley Chapter of SCORE is holding two business competitions that will be offering a total of $10,000 in prize money.
The competitions are a Business Plan for “Next Steps” Competition for existing area small businesses seeking to grow and a Business Concept Competition for high school students in entrepreneurial classes.
Deadline for submitting an “intent to participate” application is March 31. Winners will be announced at Merrimack Valley SCORE’s 50th Anniversary Gala, to be held in December.
For more information, visit merrimackvalley.score.org, email info@merrimackvalley.score.org or call 603-666-7561.
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
The value of all property in Manchester increased by almost half — 48% ‑ over the past five years, according to preliminary data released by city officials on Oct. 13 The valuations, compiled due to a citywide revaluation, add up to $23.09 billion. The current value of city properties is $15.56 billion, which was based on assessments made during the city's last revaluation.
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