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News Releases
Friday, September 06, 2024Portsmouth Proclaims September as Service Dog Awareness Month
Last night Mayor Deaglan McEachern, the Mayor of Portsmouth, NH presented New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs with a proclamation declaring September as Service Dog Awareness month at the city council meeting las night and Brendan Madden had the honor to accept it! Also in attendance was, Coach, a diabetes alert service dog. The proclamation highlights “the profound impact that service dogs have on the lives of individuals with disabilities, enhancing their independence, mobility, and
Friday, September 06, 2024Rochester Proclaims Service Dog Awareness Month
On September 3rd, Mayor Paul Callaghan of Rochester made a proclamation declaring September as Service Dog Awareness month at the city council meeting and Brendan Madden of The New Hampshire Coalition for the Support of Service Dogs had the honor to receive it! The proclamation highlights “the profound impact that service dogs have on the lives of individuals with disabilities, enhancing their independence, mobility, and overall quality of life. The United States is home to an estimated 500,000 service
Thursday, September 05, 2024Working Fields Announces Leadership Transition
South Burlington, Vermont: Working Fields, a mission-driven staffing agency with a unique peer support model, is pleased to announce a significant transition in its leadership team. After successfully leading the company since its inception in 2017, CEO & Founder Mickey Wiles will be transitioning out of day-to-day operations. Wiles remains committed to the company and will continue to offer strategic financial oversight and guidance in a CFO & Founder role while also supporting Working Fields’ nonprofit
Friday, August 23, 2024The Lions Club of Dover, Rollinsford and South Berwick to host Comedy Night, 9/19/24
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 7pm, the Lions Club of Dover, Rollinsford and South Berwick will host a Comedy Night to benefit community initiatives at the Chameleon Club in Dover, NH. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charity-comedy-night-cara-to-benefit-the-doverrollinsfords-berwick-lions-club-tickets-887116949677. Popular comedians from around the area will join forces for this event, including Mark Moccia, Stephen Bjork, Janet McNamara and Logan O’Brien. There
Monday, August 19, 2024Breast Cancer Advocate on 50 State Tour Donates to Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass
DOVER, NH – A breast cancer advocate, who is traveling to all 50 states donating money to cancer centers, made a stop at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital on Tuesday. Agnes Judge made a $1,000 donation to the Mass General Cancer, her 30th donation in a journey that began in May of 2023. Judge, whose nickname is ‘Angel’, has spent decades managing supply chain logistics for the U.S. Army. Now semi-retired, she says she has a new mission. “I just Google best cancer center in each state and I ended up
Wednesday, August 14, 2024Seacoast Communities Deepen Investment in Public Transit with $1.5+M in contributions
Seacoast Communities Deepen Investment in Public Transit: $1.5+M in contributions to stimulate estimated $6.1M in local economic activity DOVER, NH: COAST, the nonprofit provider of public transit services on the Seacoast, recently published a summary of the financial contributions being made by the communities that are connected by their services. Each year, COAST asks its member communities to make contributions towards their $7.5-8.5 million budget. These contributions are based on the COAST
Sunday, August 11, 2024Upcoming Events for Southern NH Ukulele Group
The Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group (SNHUG) has had a busy year, hosting eighty-three performances/jams to date including fifteen beginner ukulele workshops. These workshops are becoming more and more popular. Upcoming beginner workshops include Epsom Library, August 14, 6pm and September 13 at 4pm as part of the Dover Chamber Local Expert Series. We bring our collection of 40 ukuleles and have groups playing tunes within an hour! We are delighted to share this happy little instrument with our
Tuesday, July 30, 2024Leone, McDonnell & Roberts Adds Four New Team Members
The Certified Public Accounting firm of Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, PA is pleased to welcome Lisa Soucy, Victoria Senter, Shannon Crowley, and Elisa Careggio. Lisa Soucy Lisa Soucy recently joined the administrative team in the Dover office. Bringing over 37 years of experience and a wealth of skills to the firm. Lisa’s extensive professional experience includes working as a Paralegal and Office Manager in law firms in Rhode Island and New Hampshire. Born and raised in Rhode Island, Lisa graduated with
Tuesday, July 30, 2024Jasmine Long Joins St. Mary’s Bank as Business Development Officer
MANCHESTER, NH (July 30, 2024)—St. Mary’s Bank is excited to welcome Jasmine Long as its new business development officer. In this role, Long will focus on attracting new business members to the credit union while delivering personalized support to existing members and their businesses. Long will engage with small businesses locally and oversee their business deposit accounts, business loans, lines of credit, and cash management solutions. Her role will also involve collaborating with regional
Tuesday, June 18, 2024Federal Transit Funding for Public Transportation on the Seacoast Reduced
Federal Transit Funding for Public Transportation on the Seacoast Reduced: Calculation changes mean $341,980 less for COAST DOVER, NH: Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, will see its funding from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) reduced by $341,980 overall for FY24. The decrease is a result of changes in the calculations that determine apportionments coupled with increased growth in urbanized areas nationwide that outpaced overall funding
Thursday, June 06, 2024Families First and Goodwin Community Health Earn National Recognition
PORTSMOUTH AND SOMERSWORTH - Families First Health and Support Center and Goodwin Community Health, operating together as Greater Seacoast Community Health, have met the requirements to renew their highest-level recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home. The Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) is a health-care delivery model that focuses on putting each patient at the center of a care team. Providers and other health care services coordinate with one another and include the patient in the design of
Thursday, June 06, 2024Cornerstone VNA Welcomes New Assistant Hospice Medical Director
Rochester, NH – Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health provider, welcomes Dr. Peter Saikali, MD, as the new Assistant Hospice Medical Director. Dr. Saikali brings a wealth of experience and expertise, further strengthening Cornerstone VNA’s commitment to providing exceptional Hospice Care and support to patients and their families. In addition to his part-time Assistant Hospice Medical Director role at Cornerstone VNA, Dr. Saikali serves as the HCA/Envision Regional Medical Director and
Thursday, October 19, 2023Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Tuesday, September 26, 2023Freelance Services that Can Support Solopreneurs
The difference between someone with a side gig and a solopreneur is substantial. Beyond just having a source for extra income, you have skills in delegation, a desire for growth, and a real business with a lasting future. To remain an army of one, you'll still need some help, which is where freelancers come in. Learn the essentials of getting good help with this guide. Advantages of Using Freelancers You can still be a boss while running a solo operation. Studies show that most companies are
Thursday, March 02, 2023Uncover Weaknesses and Strengthen Your Bottom Line With These Tips
Running a business is no easy feat. There are so many things to keep track of and so many potential weak spots that can lead to financial hardship if not addressed properly. It's important to take a step back and assess the current state of your business, identify any potential weak spots, and take steps to strengthen them. Whether you want to utilize cost-efficient PDF tools or reassess your overhead costs, the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce can help you get started. Let's take a look:Understand
Monday, November 28, 2022How to Prepare Your Dover, NH Small Business for the Fourth Quarter
The fourth quarter is finally upon us, meaning it's time to start wrapping up the year and preparing for the next one. For small businesses, this process starts with a review of this year's goals, followed by an outline of next year's goals. From there, you'll want to finalize your holiday marketing plans and check your inventory levels. You'll also need to review your accounting and potentially change your business structure. Finally, you'll want to update your website and social media profiles. Let's
Friday, September 30, 2022Aspiring Dover, NH Entrepreneurs Can Find Success With These 5 Simple Steps
Building a successful business can be challenging, but it’s a path that many more people are taking these days. Not only does becoming an entrepreneur allow for a flexible schedule and control over your days, but it can also allow you to do something you truly enjoy for a living. Coming up with a unique idea, learning about your competitors, creating a marketing strategy, and securing funding are just a few of the tasks you’ll need to complete when you’re ready to get started. It’s also a good idea to get