As the coronavirus crisis drains state coffers, policymakers will have to get creative with the revenue available — and will almost certainly debate new revenue streams.

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

Holistic health gains uptick in popularity amid COVID-19 outbreak

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

During the current novel coronavirus pandemic, people are seeking ways to take care of themselves at home without having to risk a trip to the doctor.

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

LRGH begins slow process of return to normalcy

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

The not-for-profit health system, has been focusing only on emergency, critical care and COVID-19 patients. It furloughed 600 employees, almost half its workforce. The first-step in the reopening of services may re-employ 50 to 75 of the furloughed employees.

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

Back to business: Restaurants welcome their regulars back

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19

Across New Hampshire Monday, restaurants launched into a new phase of pandemic reality: outdoor dining.

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19 En Español

Noticias Actualizadas de New Hampshire: 18 de mayo

Melanie Plenda

May 18, 2020

COVID-19 En Español

Los restaurantes en todo New Hampshire pueden recibir clientes en áreas al aire libre desde hoy.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Student loan relief for essential workers?

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Student loan relief for essential workers?

Rep. Annie Kuster is sponsoring legislation to provide $25,000 in student debt relief or tuition assistance for essential workers.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Stay-at-home order gives some Granite Staters a green thumb

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Meghann Wuorinen of Peterborough wasn’t intending to start a garden this spring, then came the COVID-19 pandemic, which prompted the state’s stay-at-home order, soon after she was furloughed from her job.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Creativity amid crisis: Bringing art outdoors to lift spirits

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Creativity amid crisis: Bringing art outdoors to lift spirits

Earlier this month, Gloucester artist Kathy Roberts hosted a “Drive-By Art Show.” She hung a clothesline with her artwork and set up easels on the sidewalk and on a table to bring color into the neighborhood.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Granite Staters flock to chicken farming during stay-at-home order

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Granite Staters flock to chicken farming during stay-at-home order

The number of members requesting to be added to the NH Backyard Chicken Exchange Facebook group is skyrocketing, page administrator Christine Bemis said.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Girls Inc. Raises $175,000 Virtually

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Girls Inc. partnered with Event United at Studio Lab for a virtual annual gala, raising $175,000 to support the organization’s mission and its programs.

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19 En Español

Noticias Actualizadas de New Hampshire: 15 de mayo

Melanie Plenda

May 15, 2020

COVID-19 En Español

Noticias Actualizadas de New Hampshire: 15 de mayo

Hay 3,382 casos confirmados de COVID-19. Se reportaron 84 casos nuevos el jueves.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Upper Valley libraries find ways to keep serving patrons

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Upper Valley libraries, long an important part of life in the region, have seen their roles as community centers cemented and expanded as stay-at-home orders prevail in the Twin States.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

#ConfabNE: Should residents be fined for not wearing a face mask in public? Here’s what you said

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Last week, the #ConfabNE question asked New Englanders if they think people should be fined for not wearing a face covering or mask when in public places. Here’s what you said.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Employees, workers, navigate rights and obligations during reopening

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Employees, workers, navigate rights and obligations during reopening

As everyone adjusts to the new normal of conducting business during the pandemic, both employers and employees are struggling to understand their rights and obligations during coronavirus.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

The State We're In: Substance Use Disorder in the Pandemic

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

The State We're In: Substance Use Disorder in the Pandemic

COVID-19 has presented new challenges for people seeking substance use disorder treatment and mental health services. In the next episode of THE STATE WE’RE IN, we will explore new practices to keep practitioners and people seeking treatment and recovery connected.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

NH auto dealers retool the buying experience during pandemic

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

NH auto dealers retool the buying experience during pandemic

Many beef up their online presence to offer full ‘virtual’ transactions

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Craft brewers upended by COVID-19 closure of tap rooms, bars

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Sales of wine, spirits and other alcoholic beverages have risen during the coronavirus pandemic like foam in a freshly poured glass of beer. Just not for some craft brewers.

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

Southern tier police departments say arrests are down significantly over last year

Melanie Plenda

May 14, 2020

COVID-19

COVID-19-related closures of schools and businesses, and decreased road traffic have resulted in less criminal activity.