Saturday, Dec. 7, noon to 5 p.m., 68 Morning St., 25+ vendors, food trucks, holiday cheer PORTSMOUTH—Holiday shopping is heating up, and the creative membership of the Port City Makerspace on the West End and their collaborators invite you to their first WINTER MARKET on Saturday, Dec. 7 from noon to 5 p.m. It not-so coincidentally coincides with the longstanding staple of the Seacoast arts scene, The Button Factory Open Studios and the ardent new addition of the 3rd Annual West End Holiday Shop
PORTSMOUTH – On April 18 2022, the Portsmouth City Council authorized funds to create the Community Health Needs Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan. Through the development of the Plan it became clear that local human services nonprofits suffered significant revenue losses due to negative impacts of COVID-19, while simultaneously having to expand the scope of their services to cover gaps that had not existed prior to the pandemic. At their meeting on Aug. 21, 2023 the Portsmouth City Council
Margherita Giacobbi ushers in a new generation of leadership at the Ring PORTSMOUTH – The Players’ Ring Theatre has named Margherita Giacobbi as its first executive director on Oct. 14. In 1992, Gary and Barbara Newton founded the Players’ Ring Theatre, which quickly established itself as a center for the production of new and original plays by regional artists. It also provided perfect opportunities for actors, directors and technical staff to develop and hone their craft in a nurturing and intimate
PORTSMOUTH – The Players’ Ring Theatre has a full line-up of holiday shows, with something sure to please everyone. In addition to its yearly performance of “A Christmas Carol,” running Dec. 6 through Dec. 23, the Ring presents “A Tuna Christmas” (Nov. 22 – Dec. 1); “What The Dickens” (Nov. 24 and Dec. 1) and “Discovering Magic” (Dec. 27, 28 and 29). “Will you believe it – the Players' Ring has been presenting ‘A Christmas Carol’ for 29 consecutive years,” said the Ring’s Executive Director Margherita
MANCHESTER – The 2025 edition of Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” has named Devine Millimet a Tier 1 firm in 13 practice areas in Manchester and Concord, a Tier 2 firm in eight practice areas in Manchester, and a Tier 3 firm in three practice areas in Manchester. Ranked firms, presented in tiers, are listed on a national and/or metropolitan scale. Receiving a tier designation reflects the high level of respect a firm has earned among other leading lawyers and clients in the same communities and the same
PORTSMOUTH – In response to tremendous demand for culinary professionals in New Hampshire’s Seacoast area, Great Bay Community College (GBCC) has added an innovative, 12-week certificate program in culinary arts and sustainable foodways to its Business and Training Center offerings. Taught by leading chefs at some of Portsmouth’s best-known restaurants, the program offers a unique opportunity to learn from these culinary masters in the classroom and apply acquired skills in kitchens and restaurants
The KEY Collective excitedly announces #areuin? card program statistics from the 2023-2024 school year, reporting significant engagement among local youth. A total of 395 children received #areuin? cards, unlocking access to programs at 31 partner organizations across the Seacoast. #areuin? card members accessed 441 programs last school year. Impressively, 100 of these programs were new experiences for card members, showing that 25% of #areuin? kids stepped out of their comfort zones to try something
Hello Chamber Members! The holidays are creeping up quickly and we would love to extend some holiday cheer by offering our chamber friends 25% off our venue rental fees for both Stroll locations. Venue rentals must be booked between Nov. 15, 2024 through Jan. 31, 2025. Add on Stroll catering to make it a complete event! In addition to the breakfast and lunch catering many members know us for, we offer heavy hors d'oeuvres, boards, and sweet treats for parties of all sizes and for all occasions. Please reach
PORTSMOUTH– On Monday, Nov. 11, 2024 City of Portsmouth offices, Recreation Department facilities and the Portsmouth Public Library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. Trash collection will be combined with Tuesday collection and there will be no yard waste collected on either day. A parking holiday (no charge at on-street parking meters), will also be observed on Monday, Nov. 11.Joshua Denton, Commander of VFW Post 168, reports that Veterans Day will be commemorated in Portsmouth with a
New name, branding and website – powered by the same team of experts PORTSMOUTH— McHenry Architecture, an award-winning firm known for recognizable local landmarks, announced Nov. 1 its new brand and image after the firms acquisition by Mark Gianniny, AIA June of 2023. Portsmouth Architects, remains located in Market Square and has delivered architectural solutions across a diverse range of projects for more than 30 years. The firm remains trusted throughout the greater seacoast region actively working
MANCHESTER – Devine Millimet welcomes our newest associate, John S. Galle, to the firm's Manchester office. John participated in the firm's 2023 Summer Associate Program and was offered a full-time position upon graduation.John S. Galle recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Franklin Pierce School of Law in Concord, attaining his Juris Doctor. John is the newest member of the corporate team with a focus on Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate and Taxation. Devine Millimet's Summer Associate Program is
ROCHESTER—The Monarch School of New England is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 school year. The Board of Directors provides governance, oversight, and leadership, as the school fulfills its mission to support students with disabilities to reach their greatest potential. Jeanette Souther, executive director, expressed her gratitude for the Board members’ service. “Since I started in this position a year and a half ago, I have been impressed by the engagement shown by the
Home for All Coalition, Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, Portsmouth Housing Authority, and Portsmouth Public Library Partner on Series Focused on Housing Insecurity and Affordable Housing Solutions PORTSMOUTH – Next month the Home for All Coalition will be hosting an interactive exhibit and speaker series to raise awareness about housing insecurity and the urgent need for deeply affordable housing in the Seacoast region in partnership with the Portsmouth Public Library. The series, On the
PORTSMOUTH— The open-sided kiosk in Bohenko Gateway Park on Market Street was transformed recently by a new addition to the Bohenko Gateway Park Sculpture Garden, a joint City and Portsmouth NH 400th, Inc. Legacy Project. The kiosk created for the educational panels that detail Portsmouth’s maritime history and environment now serves as the backdrop for “Cod and the Mortal Sea” installation designed and installed by Terrence Parker, local artist and Terra Firma Landscape Architecture principal. City
All exhibitions will be showcased at the New Hampshire Art Association from Nov. 1 to Dec. 1. Please join us for the opening reception on Friday, Nov. 1, from 5-8 p.m. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. 25th Annual Dunfey Exhibition, Resilience The New Hampshire Art Association will open the much-anticipated 24th Annual Joan L. Dunfey Open Juried Exhibition, titled "Resilience," at the Robert
RYE—On Oct. 10, Benchmark at Rye held a groundbreaking ceremony for the community’s 60K square foot addition, which will expand senior living options for area families with 70 assisted living private residences and a wide variety of indoor and outdoor common areas. Common spaces will include a dining room with a hydroponic micro-farm, bistro with bar, several wellness spaces, an outdoor patio with fireplace, grill, resident gardens and more. In attendance were Rye town officials, chamber representatives
PORTSMOUTH – Thrill-seeking Portsmouth Halloween Parade goers are invited to end their spooky night at the Players’ Ring Theatre for an exciting adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Fall of The House of Usher,” by Jack Neary who also directs the play that opens on Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. The play, reinvented as a detective thriller set in Boston in the 1930s, will then run Thursdays and weekends through Nov. 17. James Brookfield (played by Tommy Carnes), an up-and-coming writer from New York City,
The first treatment of its kind for metastatic NSCLC, Optune Lua is approved for use concurrently with PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors or docetaxel in adult patients with metastatic NSCLC who progressed on or after a platinum-based regimen Results of the pivotal Phase 3 LUNAR trial represent the first substantial improvement in median overall survival in more than eight years for this patient population Optune Lua is a wearable treatment that delivers Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), which exert physical forces
PORTSMOUTH—Every year, Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer offers an informative (and free!) HR seminar from our award-winning Employment Law team. This year we are offering this online seminar on Friday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon. This is a great session for business owners as well as human resource professionals covering a wide range of relevant topics. It is available online, via zoom link, which will be sent out after registration. It is also completely free. Our agenda will include topics
PORTSMOUTH—Northeast Delta Dental announced it has been awarded the esteemed national Baldrige Performance Excellence Award, recognizing the company's unwavering commitment to quality, service, and innovation. One of only five companies in the United States to receive this national award this year, and the first ever in New Hampshire, the organization impressed examiners with its outstanding 99% account retention, Guarantee of Service Excellence program, and March to Million initiative. “The demanding
AT THE STARTSquash Apple Soup Topped With Dried Cranberries And Sage. 110 Poutine French Fries Covered In Cheddar Cheese, Beef Gravy And Grilled Red Onion Topped With Pulled Short Rib And Scallions. BETWEEN THE BREADBraised Beef DipPulled Short Rib On A Griddled Crusty Baguette With Pepperjack Cheese, Pickled Red Onion, Arugula And Horseradish Dijon Aioli,Served With A Side Of Beef Au Jus And Choice Of Side. 110 Poutine French Fries Covered In Cheddar Cheese, Beef Gravy And Grilled Red Onion
Choosing to expand your business is a pivotal moment that holds the promise of new opportunities and growth. However, this exciting venture also demands meticulous planning and strategic foresight. Every step you take can significantly impact the success of your expansion efforts. In this article, we’ll explore the crucial factors that will help you pave a smooth path toward successful business growth. Let’s delve into the essential considerations that will empower you to expand with confidence and
In today’s highly competitive job market, making a lasting first impression can be the difference between landing your dream job and being overlooked. Crafting the perfect job application package—complete with a captivating cover letter, an eye-catching resume, and a compelling portfolio—is your ticket to standing out. But what exactly does it take to create an application that not only grabs attention but also showcases your qualifications in the best light? Join us on this journey as we explore the
For over a decade, the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program has helped entrepreneurs nationwide grow their businesses by offering a free, practical business training program, access to capital and personalized support services. They are proud to be partnered with Manchester Community College to bring this best-in-class training program to New Hampshire small business owners. Through this free program, participants gain practical skills in negotiation, marketing and employee management that can
We kick off summer with Annual Membership meeting on the Rep set of ‘Joseph’ PORTSMOUTH--The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth held its annual meeting in the theatrical setting of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Seacoast Repertory Theatre on June 20—but the program was down to business. President and Chief Collaborator Ben VanCamp spoke of the Chamber’s accomplishments of the past fiscal year and goals for year ahead. The Chamber has stressed, and will expand upon
On Jan. 24, the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, chaired by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), held a hearing titled “Succession Planning: Opportunities to Build Wealth and Keep Jobs in Local Communities.”Devine Millimet attorney Tabitha Croscut was asked to be a witness and provide testimony at the hearing. Devine Millimet’s president, Anu Mullikin, reported internally that "Tabitha was one of four [witnesses] on a panel, and she brilliantly testified to the benefits of small business
Members of the PortsmouthNH 400 celebrate with their unique trophy marking their Lighting the Way Award at the Oct. 30 Collaboration Awards held by the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth. (Photo by Will Zimmermann) High Honors: Businesses recognized for their outstanding work in 2023 by Chamber Collaborative PORTSMOUTH—Capped off by a special recognition of the Portsmouth NH 400 organization called the Lighting the Way Award, the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth celebrated its
PORTSMOUTH—A moving company that started on a card table in an apartment in Dover has now expanded to the Eastern Seaboard. Mike Carlton, president of Calling All Cargo Moving & Storage has added two tractor-trailers to his fleet to help transport anything and everything from their Dover and Greenland facilities all the way to their brand-new branch in West Palm Beach, Fla. (a city that he now calls home.) Carlton is proud of his company, and also very proud of his military background as a U.S.
ABOVE: Tom Perron at the March 11, 2020 Restaurant Week Summit. The photograph is taken from the upper floor of his restaurant, Mombo, where he said the photographer would have a much better vantage point. BELOW: Tom shared his love of the kitchen with the Portsmouth High School Career Technical Education students, pictured here Tom was leading CTE students in making a dessert as he volunteered in December at the Career Pathways program.Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur Thoughtful
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