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Tuesday, June 23, 2026Lighthouse Credit Union Presents Summer Salute: Celebrating 250 Years of American Music on July 2
Lighthouse Credit Union Presents Summer Salute: Celebrating 250 Years of American Music on July 2 World Premiere Performance by Broadway Entertainer Nat Zegree to Benefit Veterans and Military Families DOVER, N.H. - June 16, 2026 - Lighthouse Credit Union and its Foundation is proud to present Summer Salute: Celebrating 250 Years of American Music on Thursday, July 2 at 7pm at the historic Strawbery Banke Museum in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This special community event will feature acclaimed
Thursday, June 18, 2026MVSB Supports Inaugural Camp Resilience Leadership and Wellness Gala
Camp Resilience will host its inaugural Camp Resilience Leadership and Wellness Gala on Sept. 18 at the Lake Estate on Winnisquam in Tilton. The event is open to the public and will feature inspiring speakers, live music, demonstrations, and formal presentations highlighting the extraordinary contributions of our Military and First Responder leaders. MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) has supported the event as the $2,000 Chief Table sponsor. “The Gala is an important opportunity to bring people
Wednesday, June 17, 2026Seacoast Science Center Expands Outdoor Access with New Adaptive All-Terrain Wheelchair
June 10, 2026 – Odiorne Point State Park, Rye, NH – Seacoast Science Center is enhancing accessibility for individuals of all abilities by introducing a new adaptive all-terrain wheelchair, allowing them to explore the trails, shoreline, and natural landscapes of Odiorne Point State Park. This wheelchair is available free of charge to visitors and members, thanks to a generous grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. The adaptive all-terrain wheelchair, crafted by Extreme Motus, is engineered
Wednesday, June 03, 2026Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club to Serve their Famous Breakfast Sandwiches at South Berwick Strawberry Festival
The Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club is excited to once again participate in the annual South Berwick Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 27, serving up its popular breakfast sandwiches while helping make one of the community's most beloved traditions a success.Festival attendees are encouraged to start their day with one of the Lions Club's famous breakfast sandwiches before enjoying a full day of festivities, entertainment, local vendors, and, of course, delicious strawberry treats.The
Tuesday, May 26, 2026?Dover Farmers’ Market Temporary Relocation!
Dover Farmers’ Market Temporary Relocation! Due to ongoing construction, the Dover Farmers’ Market will temporarily relocate to Lower Henry Law Park for the start of the season [Lee, New Hampshire, May 2026] –Seacoast Eat Local’s Dover Farmers’ Market will temporarily relocate to Lower Henry Law Park for the start of the 2026 market season due to ongoing construction at Nebi Park. While the location is changing temporarily, shoppers can expect the same vendors, same market, and same community they
Wednesday, April 08, 2026Recession-Ready: A Practical Playbook for Greater Dover Small Business Owners
Recession-proofing a small business means building financial stability, deepening customer relationships, and locking in credit access before economic conditions deteriorate — not after. For small businesses in Manchester-Nashua, New Hampshire's tax-advantaged environment provides a real structural head start, but that advantage only compounds if you're putting it to work now. Here's where to focus.Why Cash Flow Beats Profit as Your Early-Warning System A profitable business can still fail if cash isn't
Thursday, March 19, 2026Loyal Lab Electric & Generators Partners with Pope Memorial Humane Society to Launch The Rusty Fund
SOMERSWORTH, NH — Loyal Lab Electric & Generators, a licensed electrical contracting company serving Dover, Portsmouth, and the NH Seacoast, has launched The Rusty Fund, a charitable initiative that donates a portion of every completed job to Pope Memorial Humane Society in Dover, NH. The fund donates $10 from every completed job and $100 from every generator installation directly to Pope Memorial Humane Society, one of the most established animal shelters in the Seacoast region. The Rusty Fund is named
Tuesday, March 17, 2026Starting Strong in Greater Dover: The Investments That Keep New Businesses Open Past Year Five
The investments that determine a new business's survival aren't usually in its product — they're in financial foundation, advisors, and systems. Just half of all small businesses survive past year five, and just 34.4% last a decade, with cash flow problems and lack of capital consistently at the top of the failure list. In the Manchester-Nashua corridor — where healthcare, technology, and services companies compete alongside established manufacturers — the fundamentals matter as much as the market
Monday, March 16, 2026Be the “First-To-Climb” Our Luckey Climber
Get tickets now for this "First-to-Climb Party" Raffle Fundraiser, happening now through Friday, August 28, 2026 at noon! You could win a chance to win a private two-hour Museum rental for your group to be the first to experience the Climber in the Fall of 2026 (date TBD). Includes Museum admission for up to 60 people, a special craft, party favors, and Museum staff to help facilitate your event. (Value: $1,000) Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50 with all proceeds going towards the purchase of the
Monday, March 09, 2026The Real Math Behind Hiring a Consultant for Your Dover-Area Business
Hiring a consultant gives your business access to deep expertise — in IT, accounting, marketing, or operations — without committing to the full cost of a permanent hire. For many business owners in the Greater Dover area, that trade-off is more favorable than it first appears. The U.S. management consulting industry reached $407 billion in 2025, and most of that demand comes not from Fortune 500 firms but from small and mid-size businesses solving specific, time-limited problems.What Consultants Actually
Friday, March 06, 2026How Dover Area Businesses Can Identify and Strengthen Operational and Financial Weak Points
For members of the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, running a successful business often means balancing growth with constant operational pressure. Even well-managed companies develop blind spots over time: inefficient workflows, outdated reporting habits, or rising costs that slowly erode profitability. The good news is that most weak points reveal themselves when leaders take a structured look at how work flows and how money moves through the organization. In brief: Small inefficiencies often signal
Friday, January 23, 2026Smarter Market Research: A Practical Path for Dover-Area Businesses
For many local businesses in the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, market research is less about massive datasets and more about staying attuned to shifting customer needs, seasonal patterns, and competitive movements. As those pressures grow, the challenge becomes learning how to scale research without losing the clarity that originally fueled your business decisions. Learn below about: Simple ways to expand your research capacity, spot changes sooner, and keep your team aligned as insights
Wednesday, August 06, 2025The No-Budget Guide to Looking Sharp on Social Media
It’s easy to feel outclassed on social media when you’re running a small business. Every other scroll seems to bring up polished graphics, professional-grade videos, and viral campaigns backed by big budgets. But being professional online doesn’t require a marketing team or a studio setup—it just takes consistency, clarity, and a strong understanding of what your audience actually wants. With a bit of intention and the right approach, even the smallest operation can craft a digital presence that looks
Thursday, December 05, 2024Urgent Compliance Required: FinCEN BOI Filing for Dover, NH Due by 01/01/2025
The Corporate Transparency Act mandates U.S. companies to reveal their true owners to combat financial crimes, with Beneficial Ownership Information detailing these individuals. As of today, 12/04/2024, Dover, NH business owners have 27 calendar days(or 20 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN—don’t wait, or you could face fines of $500 per day! 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as
Thursday, November 14, 2024Designing Success Steps for Expanding Your Business
Starting and growing a business is a dynamic process that demands strategic foresight and adaptability. Entrepreneurs must equip themselves with the right tools and insights to thrive in a competitive landscape. By embracing technology, understanding market trends, and fostering customer relationships, businesses can position themselves for sustainable growth. Each decision, from choosing the right platforms to engaging with audiences, plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the
Wednesday, October 02, 2024Ignite Your Alternative Wellness Practice with Proven These Strategies
Imagine waking up every morning knowing that you’re about to make a tangible difference in people’s lives through holistic healing and well-being. The journey to establishing your own alternative wellness practice is not just about following a passion—it’s about creating a thriving business that promotes harmony and health. This path is filled with opportunities and challenges, requiring strategic planning and execution. In this article, we delve into the essential steps and strategies you’ll need to lay
