SAVE THE DATES: Krempels Brain Injury Center Celebrates 25 Years of Impact and Inspiration

PORTSMOUTH – Krempels Brain Injury Center, a leading advocate for brain injury survivors, is proud to commemorate its 25th anniversary this year. Since its founding in 2000, the organization has been dedicated to its members, adults living with acquired brain injury. Krempels innovative, clinically informed, programming is geared toward the unique and varied needs of brain injury survivors. The in-person and online programming integrates survivors’ needs and interests and results in positively affecting

Step Up Parents Receives $55,000 Grant from The NH Charitable Foundation

PORTSMOUTH—Step Up Parents (SUP) is thrilled to announce the NH Charitable Foundation has made a generous grant in the amount of $55,000. This donation will support SUP’s mission to provide critical financial assistance and other support for kinship families in New Hampshire and Southern Maine raising children affected by parental substance use disorder (SUD).  “We are so grateful for this very generous donation from the NH Charitable Foundation,” said Jessica Parker, Step Up Parents Executive Director.

Port City Makerspace brings a dream to life; fires up a Pottery Studio!

PORTSMOUTH — A longtime dream for a community pottery shop with classes and studio time came to life this month with the cutting of a ribbon, and the gathering of more than 100 supporters for the grand opening of the Pottery Studio at Port City Makerspace.   In 2024, Danielle Kurani of Rye presented her plan for a pottery studio to build on the Port City Makerspace’s eight community workshops covering auto, bike, CNC, electronics, textiles, woodworking, machining, metal work, and more. Caught in the

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BNN announces new Principal-In Charge of Manchester Office and Promotions Across the Firm

PORTSMOUTH—Baker Newman Noyes is excited to announce that Kimberly Pecora is the new principal-in-charge of the firm’s Manchester office. In this role, Pecora will oversee the team of more than 60 employees based in Manchester. Pecora is a tax principal at BNN and also leads the firm’s Private Client Services tax practice, specializing in high-net-worth individuals and families.   BNN is also pleased to share three new senior-level promotions in its Portsmouth and Woburn, Mass. offices as of Jan.

'Gruesome Playground Injuries' at the Players' Ring Theatre Feb. 28 through March 16

PORTSMOUTH – In collaboration with Bardo Theatre Company, “Gruesome Playground Injuries” will be on stage at the Players’ Ring Theatre Feb. 28 through March 16.   Written by Rajiv Joseph and directed by Tyler Christie, this unconventional drama tells of a different kind of love through sharp humor and even sharper insights into the human condition.   After the success of “Is Edward Snowden Single?” and “The Aliens,” Players’ Ring and Bardo present a thrilling and atypical love story. Doug (played by

City of Portsmouth NH and The Kane Company resolve McIntyre Project lawsuit

PORTSMOUTH — The City of Portsmouth and The Kane Company announced Feb. 12, 2025 that they have reached a groundbreaking agreement that resolves the longstanding McIntyre lawsuits, representing a mutually beneficial outcome. In addition to resolving the lawsuits with no monetary damages for either party, the agreement demonstrates a shared commitment to addressing the housing crisis in Portsmouth, one of the City’s most pressing needs. Mayor Deaglan McEachern said, “This agreement is a big win for

Community Power Coalition of NH Announces Increase in Portsmouth Community Power Rates, Effective March 3, 2025

  PORTSMOUTH – The Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH) has advised its member municipalities, including Portsmouth Community Power, that the electricity supply rates they had announced for the rate period Feb. 1, 2025 through July 31, 2025 will increase on March 3, 2025. The new Granite Basic default rate for residential and small commercial customers will increase from 8.9 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) to 9.7 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) and remain in effect through July 31, 2025.According

Save the Dates: Spring Restaurant Week Portsmouth & the Seacoast is just around the bend!

SAVE THE DATE: RESTAURANT WEEK PORTSMOUTH & THE SEACOAST  SPRING 2025 DATES: APRIL 10-19, 2025  www.restaurantweekportsmouth.com          SAVE THE DATE: RESTAURANT WEEK PORTSMOUTH & THE SEACOAST SPRING 2025  APRIL 10-19, 2025    $32, $42,$52 /New Spring Restaurant Week Pricing!      PORTSMOUTH—The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth is pleased to announce the dates for Restaurant Week Portsmouth & The Seacoast, Spring 2025:   APRIL 10-19, 2025.  “It is something we all look forward

Sean Conroy Barlow crowned champion of 2025 Seacoast Skating with the Stars

Sean Conroy Barlow Crowned Champion of 2025 Seacoast Skating with the Stars PORTSMOUTH - Strawbery Banke has announced that Sean Conroy Barlow is the 2025 Seacoast Skating with the Stars champion. The highly anticipated event, in partnership with Ice Dance International, occurred Feb. 1, at Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond, where local "stars" paired with professional skaters for a competition of skill. Despite the cold temperatures, 500 in-person attendees and nearly 500 livestream viewers cheered

The Music Hall purchases historic Kearsarge House in downtown Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH – The Music Hall proudly announces its acquisition of the historic Kearsarge House, a landmark property in downtown Portsmouth. This purchase reflects The Music Hall’s enduring commitment to preserving local history while securing its ability to serve as a steward of cherished historical buildings. The Kearsarge House, constructed in 1866, is an architectural gem that has long been a part of Portsmouth’s vibrant cultural and commercial tapestry. The building has been a cornerstone of the

Colliers Wins Two 2025 Best of Business (BOB) Awards

PORTSMOUTH—Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce that we have been recognized as the Best Commercial Real Estate Broker and Best Commercial Property Management firm in NH Business Review’s 2025 Best of Business (BOB) Awards. The BOB Awards celebrate New Hampshire’s most outstanding businesses across 50+ industries, as voted by thousands of NH Business Review readers. This year, more than 15,000 votes were cast, highlighting the companies that provide

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Back for Two Nights April 2 and 3

ROCHESTER – Get your tickets now for the world-famous Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival taking place on Wednesday, April 2 and Thursday, April 3 at the Rochester Opera House. Join us for one night or two for the world’s best adventure films that showcase amazing feats in freeride skiing, mountain biking, wingsuit flying, rock climbing, rafting, and rescue operations.Event proceeds assist local individuals and families in accessing quality, affordable primary and preventive health care services through

Baker Newman Noyes wins Clearlyrated's 2025 Best of Accounting 5 year Diamond Award for Service Excellence

PORTLAND, MAINE –Baker Newman Noyes (BNN), a top 100 tax, assurance, and advisory firm, announced today that they have won the Best of Accounting 5 Year Diamond Awardfor providing superior service to their clients. The firm has received the Best of Accounting recognition for the past seven years in a row and the Diamond recognition for the past three.     ClearlyRated's Best of Accounting® Award winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their

Cornerstone VNA Achieves 5-Star Patient Satisfaction Rating

ROCHESTER – Cornerstone VNA, a trusted local nonprofit home health and hospice provider, is pleased to share that the agency’s Home Care program has achieved a 5-star rating for patient satisfaction by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The survey asks patients (or their family or friends) about their home health care, and if they would recommend Cornerstone VNA to someone else. The patient satisfaction survey is one of two ratings CMS shares on their Medicare Compare website that

Take a PRE Preschool Class for ages 2-4 at Children's Museum of NH

Wee Ones Wednesdays Wednesdays, February 5 & 12 (No class Feb. 19 or 26) Wednesdays, March 5 & 26 (No class March 12 or 19) 9:15–10amJoin Miss Xanthi at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire for this interactive weekly program for children ages 2–4. Designed as a PRE pre-school program for children and a parent or caregiver, we will enjoy art, music, movement, and conceptual learning together! This program is limited to 10 children, and caregivers or adults are welcome to sign up multiple children

Rye Elementary School Mall in the Hall raises $1,826 for The KEY Collective

RYE- The KEY Collective is honored to announce that it was chosen as the beneficiary of Rye Elementary School’s Mall in the Hall fundraiser, receiving $1,826 in support. The KEY Collective provides K-12 youth from low-income families throughout NH's seacoast region access to sports and other youth activities for free or at a reduced cost with no red tape and no social stigma attached. Mall in the Hall has been an annual project led by Rye Elementary School students since 2005. When Hurricane Katrina hit,

Celebrate Valentine's Day weekend with PMAC's 18th Annual Jazz Night: Dream a Little Dream | Feb 14&15

PORTSMOUTH—This coming Valentine’s Day weekend, experience the romance of jazz with a special two-night event at The Music Hall Lounge as PMAC’s Jazz Institute faculty return for the 18th Annual PMAC Jazz Night: Dream a Little Dream – A Valentine’s Celebration. Each night features a unique program, as some of the region’s finest jazz musicians perform a mix of classic jazz standards and fresh takes on contemporary favorites. Friday night brings a 7-piece jazz ensemble fronted by vocalist Taylor

NH Art Association February Exhibitions

NHAA Celebrates 85 Years with Fundraiser Art Auction and The 85 Collection: Small Works, Big ImpactPORTSMOUTH—We’re celebrating a milestone year at NHAA, 2025 marks our 85th Anniversary! NHAA will kick off this year with The 85 Collection, a special showcase of small-scale works by our talented artist members. With artists from across New England working in a variety of mediums, this exhibition showcases the NHAA’s long-standing mission to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all

Baker Newman Noyes announces new principal in New Hampshire

Baker Newman Noyes (BNN), a nationally recognized top 100 accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce a new principal promotion in its Manchester office.     Chris Hussey has been promoted to principal, effective Jan. 1, 2025.   “We are extremely fortunate to welcome Chris to our principal group in 2025,” said BNN’s Chairperson of the Board & Director of Tax Services, Andrew Smith. “He has shown the level of skill, integrity, passion, and commitment necessary to be a leader in our profession

City of Portsmouth, NH Receives SolSmart Bronze Award for Solar Energy Leadership

PORTSMOUTH – The City of Portsmouth NH recently received the Bronze Award designation from the national SolSmart program for encouraging the growth of clean, affordable solar energy at the local level.In announcing the award, SolSmart noted that Portsmouth has achieved the Bronze designation by meeting established criteria that are based on national best practices for building solar- friendly communities. The program offers free technical assistance and resources to help communities put these practices into

Devine, Millimet & Branch, P.A. announced winner of the 2025 Best of Business Award for Large Law Firm

PORTSMOUTH—The NH Business Review has released the results of the 2025 Best of Business (BOB) Awards, their annual program recognizing New Hampshire’s exceptional B2B businesses.  Devine Millimet has been awarded the Best Large Law Firm which specifies law firms with over 21 attorneys.   Since 2008, NH Business Review has relied on its readers to help determine the Granite State’s best B2B businesses in over 60 categories. This year NH Business Review Readers cast more than 15,000 votes in the annual Best

LPM announces exciting updates to better serve customers

LPM Airport Transit Service is thrilled to announce a major milestone in its growth, marked by the introduction of a new and improved booking system! As we continue to expand, these updates are designed to enhance the customer experience and ensure we maintain the high service standards our clients expect. Here’s What’s New:Day-Before Confirmation Remains the Same: Customers will continue to receive confirmation texts and emails the day before their scheduled rides, keeping them informed and

Devine Millimet welcomes new associate Olivia G. Wheat

 PORTSMOUTH– Devine Millimet welcomes our newest associate, Olivia G. Wheat, to the firm's Manchester, New Hampshire office.Olivia graduated from Golden Gate School of Law in San Francisco, Calif., attaining her Juris Doctor. She began her career as a practice-certified law clerk in the Homicide Unit of the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office.From there, Olivia moved on to the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office, where she handled matters ranging from misdemeanors to violent felonies. When

Disney's Frozen The Broadway Musical at The Music Hall

Experience the pure wonder of Broadway when Ogunquit Playhouse at The Music Hall presents Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical. From the renowned producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, this extraordinary production promises an unforgettable theatrical journey. Prepare to be captivated by a thrilling and genuinely moving performance that The New Yorker describes as “simply magical!” With sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, Frozen delivers a truly

Planning for Growth: Crucial Steps for Small Business Expansion

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

Chamber holds great annual meeting in an ‘Amazing’ setting

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

Devine Millimet attorney Tabitha Croscut appears before Senate Small Business Committee

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

High Honors: Businesses recognized for their outstanding work in 2023 by Chamber Collaborative

 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

EASY PEASY: How to Submit a News Release to the Chamber Collaborative Website

· Log on to ChamberMaster (chambermaster.com)Click "Login"Click ChamberMaster login and click and sign into your account (Need help with your sign on or password? Email Jennifer@PortsmouthCollaborative.org and she can send you a prompt to reset it.) · In the upper right-hand corner, look for the the letters “MIC” (Member Information Center) o Click on it · Once in MIC, go to the menu column on the left-hand side o Click “News Release” from this menu · After you are in “News Release,” click on “Add