ConVal school funding decision coming soon, judge says
State argues plaintiffs ‘confused’ about education tax revenue

NHBSR educates leaders on social issues
Businesses learn how their operations impact the environment

Median single-family home price in New Hampshire closes in on $500,000
Market conditions of squeezed inventory and continued high demand, particularly among people with money to spend, contribute to the soaring prices, according to brokers.

Tom Velardi’s appointment to attorney general’s office approved
Longtime Strafford County Attorney Tom Velardi was confirmed to a leadership position in the New Hampshire attorney general’s office.

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New state budget again shows shortfalls in transportation funding sources
General Fund revenues have grown much faster than Highway Fund revenues in recent years.

We’re older than we used to be, New England in particular
AS STATES AGE, THE NEED FOR SENIOR-FRIENDLY HEALTHCARE AND HOUSING GROWS

July 25 declared Hire a Veteran Day in NH
Every year on July 25, New Hampshire will observe “Hire a Veteran Day” thanks to a proclamation from Governor Chris Sununu, joining other U.S. states participating in National Hire a Veteran Day.

New Hampshire resolves hospitals’ lawsuit challenging mental health boarding in ERs
The Department of Health and Human Services and the Attorney General’s Office had told the court the state would stop the practice.

IN BRIEF
LEBANON: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) recently recognized Dartmouth Health psychiatrist Jeffrey C. Fetter as a NAMI Exemplary Psychiatrist.

TAKE 5
New Hampshire came in strong at No. 6. When looking at the quality of education, the Granite State ranked No. 5, and for school safety, the state came in lower at No. 15..

ABOUT TOWN
1. Holy Rosary Credit Union (HRCU) announced the 13 winners of its 2023 Annual Scholarship Program, giving students a total of $13,000 in scholarship awards for higher education.

THE BOTTOM LINE
He is also a former U.S. Navy officer and graduate of the U.S. Navy Nuclear Propulsion Program, where he served on attack submarines.

Battling food insecurity
Rising food prices, climate change, creative challenges for NH Food Bank

Marketing on all cylinders
There is always a portion of business owners who are notorious for treating marketing budgets with disdain instead of confidence.

Multigenerational homes under development in Hudson
Nashua-based Etchstone Properties first to develop dual homes with Nadeau Village

We can’t wait to fix Social Security
The U.S. is running out of road to kick the can down

Evernorth Rural Ventures closes $7.1 million New Markets Tax Credit
Investment to expand Hundred Nights Emergency Shelter and Resource Center

Few talkers this court term
Court struck down Biden’s plan to cancel $430 billion of student debt

Loan forgiveness quashed, NH grads fair the worst
State ranks second behind Vermont for in-state costs for four-year public colleges

The data dilemma
Data aggregation can be a great tool – when it’s not misused

NH Housing releases 2023 Annual Rent Survey
Findings show renters would have to earn 137% of median income to afford a 2-bedroom unit

Easterseals NH expands programs for veterans and the military community
Since 2007, Easterseals NH has provided a wide variety of services to more than 9,000 veterans, military members and their families through our Veterans Count program.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR
This pricing continued on until May of 2023. June’s bill was $0.2780.

Building blocks for the Granite State’s children
Despite a time of seeming conflict, New Hampshire came together for children this year.

To disposal district: reconsider landfill gas decision
It would help ensure that White Mountain Paper continues to operate for years to come, providing jobs that people take pride in and a tax base for the community.

AG announces joint law enforcement effort to quell illegal telemarketing calls
It also targets Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service providers who facilitate tens of billions of illegal robocalls every year, which often originate overseas.

Employers face a higher standard for denying religious accommodations
U.S. Supreme Court ruling raises the bar on proving ‘undue hardship’

Investment opportunities in residential real estate
Investing in real estate has historically been advantageous with a consistent cash flow, strong historical returns, tax benefits and a low correlation with public markets.

National Grid pitches its proposed power line
Federal support needed to connect New Hampshire with HydroQuebec

Wetlands protection in NH after the Supreme Court ruling
State law and regulations still give state the tools to protect wetlands and their critical functions

Workers’ comp is a ‘team effort’
New Hampshire companies understand the importance of having the right workman’s compensation insurance products to support their businesses.

CALENDAR
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Q&A INTERVIEW
There’s a few of us chefs that have been on Food Network and on Bravo highlighting the New Hampshire restaurant scene.

THE LATEST
The President’s Council is one of the highest honors awarded each year by Guardian to financial professionals who demonstrate outstanding service and dedication to their clients.

FLOTSAM&JETSAM
Climate change: a not-so-hot primary topic