The loneliness of the CEO
“It’s nice to talk to other CEOs that are dealing with the same issues,” said Bonfiglio. “You get ideas from other people, you’re able to share ideas.

Private insurers gain Medicare market share
Of course, the government will still be the “single payer,” as envisioned by advocates of Medicare for All.

Water infrastructure projects claim the most ARPA aid so far
With a third of the state’s nearly $1 billion of federal pandemic money allocated, drinking water and wastewater projects have received the biggest slice of funding as of October,...

Energy-efficiency decision sends a chill
In that decision, the commission rejected an energy-efficiency plan to increase spending and then took it a step further,...

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Report: Lake Winnipesaukee is worth more than $17 billion
An economic impact study has found that Lake Winnipesaukee is worth more than $17 billion to the state of New Hampshire’s economy,...

Former NH economic development chief, Shaheen aide named to head SBA in New England
Mike Vlacich, currently senior advisor to U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and a former director of the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development,...

CONCORD
CONCORD: Dianne Martin, former chair of the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission, has been named director of the Administrative Office of the Courts.

TAKE 5
For 84 percent of American adults, they often or sometimes get their news via digital devices such as smartphones, tablets or computers,...

Sustainability Slam winners declared
Winners were selected by audience members attending the virtual event, who voted for what they deemed the most inspiring and impactful stories in each presenting category.

Pew study finds New Hampshire’s personal income growth lagged
Nationwide, personal income rose 4.08 percent in the second quarter of 2021 compared to 2019. Personal income rose in New Hampshire too, but by 1.59 percent,...

THE BOTTOM LINE
Vapotherm reported that third-quarter revenue increased by nearly 25 percent to $38.1 million, and if you go back another year,...

ABOUT TOWN
1. Casella Waste Systems, Inc. has been named a Recovery Friendly Workplace by Governor Chris Sununu.

‘What is the city doing?’
Other current and former tenants at the property, a pair of neighboring six-unit buildings constructed in 1880, described similar problems: leaks,...

Disparities in reporting housing problems in Manchester
“The majority of affordable housing was the older housing stock, and because the older housing stock is so dilapidated,...

More staff needed to license healthcare workers
The office that processes licenses for healthcare workers has made an urgent request to the Executive Council for nine temporary employees to process...

Let’s rewind the Covid clock
That seems to be the story with Covid-19. Some people think there’s absolutely nothing to worry about until they or somebody close to them catches it.

Global Seafood Alliance: more than a name change
In 2022, the Portsmouth-based Global Seafood Alliance will celebrate its 25th anniversary.

Workers flex their muscles
An unmistakably big story in the 2021 career space has been about what is being dubbed “The Great Resignation” or “Turnover Tsunami.

Rural areas could prosper most from SNAP benefits
Throughout the pandemic, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have aided thousands of Granite Staters who have experienced economic hardships or had trouble affording food.

A new meaning for Nov. 22
For the last 57 years, Nov. 22 has been a time for reflection as the anniversary of the date of President Kennedy’s assassination in 1963, for those of us old enough to remember it.

NH cybersecurity coordinator offers help to cities, towns
Let’s say you live in Canterbury and get an email from “townhall@canterburynh.org” warning that your car registration is about to be revoked for nonpayment,...

FROM THE GROUND UP: Granite State Credit Union
When Martini Northern broke ground for the new Granite State Credit Union facility in Nashua in October 2020, they were in a race against time, the pandemic and the encroaching winter.

Face the reality of Covid
The reality of Covid’s existence and deathly potential is again dominating the headlines as if this is all something new, a big surprise.

‘Kyle’s Law’ would abandon law and order for gun rights
Despite rising public pressure to decrease gun violence and institute smart, common-sense reforms around ownership,...

Vax mandate is divisive, but protection benefits all
Medical experts say widespread vaccination, including booster shots, is the best way to lessen the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and ultimately build herd immunity.

Sununu still undermining clean-energy efforts
The PUC — stacked with commissioners appointed by Gov. Chris Sununu — as well as the governor’s own actions have consistently undermined New Hampshire’s efforts to invest in clean energy and combat climate change.

Broadband for all: a priceless opportunity
Before Covid-19 hit last year, residents of many Granite State communities were raising their voices about the need for 21stcentury broadband so they...

Combating inflation threats in retirement
Today it’s common for Americans to spend two, three or even four decades in retirement. This means people have ample time to relax and achieve a bucket list of dreams.

Job changes and your 401(k)
With unemployment rates at or near historic lows, workers in the Granite State have many options,...

Mass. firm purchases ‘huge’ Durham property
“There are very few properties like this, really in New England, this close to Boston and the Seacoast with such tremendous infrastructure, such large parcels,...

Mountain Valley Mall sold to N.Y. firm
A Delaware LLC owned by RPT Realty of New York City — owner of 57 open-air shopping centers around the country — acquired the property from KGI Properties of Providence,...

Registered Apprenticeship in carpentry launched in NH
Associated Builders and Contractors of NH/VT and the New Hampshire Home Builders Association are partnering with the college system’s...

Keene mayor calls for ‘regional effort’ to add housing
But the 760-unit goal — the county’s share, based on population, of new units that the New Hampshire Council on Housing Stability (NHCHS) has said are needed by 2024 — will be difficult for Keene to reach on its own.

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Q&A INTERVIEW
‘My jobs have been about service to people and communities while at the same time building and strengthening organizations,’ says Will Arvelo,...

THE LATEST
Doucet will remain chief operating officer of the firm he founded 28 years ago.

BIA hires new director of public policy
Kirsten Koch has joined the staff of the Business & Industry Association as director of public policy.

FLOTSAM&JETSAM
Billy Shaheen — the state’s former first hunk, since relegated to merely being the husband of a U.S....