Monday, November 25, 2024
Limited tickets remain to the 2024 Collaborative Awards recognizing 42 finalists and 6 Winners
PORTSMOUTH--With a 750+ membership, it’s never easy – nor should it be—for the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth—our Chamber of Commerce-- to select its annual award nominees and winners. Chamber President and Chief Collaborator Ben VanCamp said, “Each of our nominees are worthy of recognition and we’re thankful for the committee that deliberated to bring this slate of award winners to the event. And we’re delighted to invite everyone out to celebrate!” The Chamber is pleased to announce the
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Monday, November 25, 2024
City of Portsmouth NH Welfare Department seeks gift card donations suitable for older kids
PORTSMOUTH – As is their annual holiday tradition, the City of Portsmouth Welfare Office is collecting gift cards for families who have older kids that are not typically served by other gift donation programs in the City.Welfare Department Director Jodi Carnes said, “Local agencies who provide holiday assistance do a wonderful job here in Portsmouth, but teenagers can often be an overlooked population that we serve. To help close that gap, the Welfare Department is again collecting gift cards in small
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Saturday, November 23, 2024
Register for City of Portsmouth NH Citywide Neighborhood Committee Annual Holiday Lights Contest by Dec. 5
PORTSMOUTH– The Citywide Neighborhood Committee’s Holiday Lights Contest is a cherished tradition in Portsmouth and it gives residents another reason to celebrate together this holiday season. Registration for this year’s contest opened Nov. 20, 2024. The Committee will create a map of the Holiday Lights Contest entries so residents and visitors can tour the houses. The completed map will be available on the Holiday Lights Contest webpage after registrations close on Thursday, Dec. 5. Residents are invited
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Roger R. and Theresa S. Thompson Endowment Fund awards grant to Strawbery Banke Museum
PORTSMOUTH– The Roger R. and Theresa S. Thompson Endowment Fund announces the awarding of $119,000 in grants to six non-profit organizations in New Hampshire and Maine: Berwick Academy, Children’s Museum of NH, Pine Tree Society, Crotched Mountain Rehabilitation Center, Future In Sight and Strawbery Banke Museum. The Trustees of the Trust approved a grant to Strawbery Banke Museum to create the Cousins Family exhibit in Penhallow House, an immersive and multi-sensory experience and the first time the
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Pro Portsmouth Unveils First Night Portsmouth 2025 Logo - Donate to Support Fireworks
PORTSMOUTH—Pro Portsmouth has unveiled a new First Night Logo for this year that incorporates many of the images associated with the waterfront community: tug boats, bridges and a lighthouse. The artwork chosen for First Night 2025 was created by Joe Stanieich-Burke. Joe serves as the marketing director at Tupelo Music Hall, where he blends creativity and strategy to promote live music in New Hampshire. Alongside his full-time role, Joe freelances as a graphic artist, specializing in logo design and
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Artisan Sip 'n Shop at Stroll Café on Dec. 11, 5-7 p.m.
PORTSMOUTH — Celebrate and support local artisans this holiday season! Taste local sustainable wines from Nok Vino vineyards and shop for holiday gifts made by local artisans! Artisans will be selling hand made baby clothes, knitwear, jewelry, ornaments, and artwork. This event is free to attend. Learn more about all events at Stroll: https://stroll.cafe/portsmouth-stroll-cafe-events
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Strawbery Banke marks 10 Years of Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond with a special celebration event
Photos courtesy David J. Murray/ClearEyePhoto.com PORTSMOUTH, – Strawbery Banke Museum invites the community to come together for the 10th anniversary of Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond. Join the Museum on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. (with a weather date of Thursday, Dec. 12) to mark this milestone with an evening of skating, music, food, and drinks. Tickets are available at StrawberyBanke.org/tenth-anniversary. The rink is slated to open for the season on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024
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Tuesday, November 19, 2024
City Council approves holiday gift of 3 hours free parking in City garages from Dec. 16, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025
PORTSMOUTH – The Portsmouth NH City Council voted to approve three hours of free parking in the City’s Foundry and Hanover Garages from Monday, Dec. 16, 2024 through Jan. 1, 2025 to encourage enjoyment of holiday events, dining, and downtown shopping.Downtown employees who use the City’s discounted parking program in the Foundry Garage can receive an additional three hours free of charge.Parking meters and the timed parking ordinances will be unaffected. This encourages turnover in the use of the spaces to
Friday, November 15, 2024
Details for Dec. 7, 2024 Holiday Tree Lighting, Illuminated Holiday Parade, Vintage Christmas Shuttle and Shop & Stroll
PORTSMOUTH – The City of Portsmouth NH’s 2024 Holiday Tree Lighting and Illuminated Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 starting at 5 p.m. Portsmouth’s Tree Lighting ceremony takes place on the first Saturday in December each year from 5 to 5:30 p.m., followed by the annual Illuminated Holiday Parade. Back by popular demand the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth will host the Shop & Stroll event immediately following the parade, with Market Square and surrounding side streets kept
Friday, November 15, 2024
The KEY Collective receives $70,242 donation from The Brook in Seabrook
SEABROOK –The KEY Collective is proud to announce a generous donation of $70,242 raised through charitable gaming proceeds at The Brook in Seabrook from Oct. 8 to 12. This incredible contribution will help The KEY Collective in their mission to provide 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. On Oct. 10 The KEY Collective hosted an appreciation event for
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Thursday, November 14, 2024
City of Portsmouth NH DPW Water Division Notifies Affected Residents of Service Line Inventory Results
PORTSMOUTH – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) required that all public water suppliers, including the City of Portsmouth submit an inventory of the materials in water service lines by Oct. 16, 2024. These service lines are the pipes that deliver drinking water from the public water mains to customers. The inventory requirement is part of the EPA Lead and Copper Rule Revision. The City of Portsmouth Water Division has submitted this inventory for the Portsmouth and Pease Tradeport water
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Strawbery Banke Invites the Community to Sponsor a Tree at Candlelight Stroll 2024
Photo courtesy David J. Murray/ClearEyePhoto.com PORTSMOUTH – Strawbery Banke recently announced the return of the Grove of Sponsored Holiday Trees for this year’s Candlelight Stroll, held on the weekends of Dec. 6-8, 13-15, and 20-22, 2024. The Museum invites local businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals to sponsor and decorate one of the 35 available trees that will brighten the Museum grounds. To sponsor a tree, visit StrawberyBanke.org/stroll-sponsored-trees. The Grove of Sponsored
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Warm Up a Holiday Weekend at the Port City Makerspace Winter Market on Dec. 7
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
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Join Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at Loaded Question Brewing Company on Nov. 19!
HELP BRING LIGHT TO THE DARKNESS OF CANCER!The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is back in Portsmouth with the Light The Night National Celebration Viewing Party at Loaded Question Brewing Company! Please join us as we celebrate with participants across the nation and learn more about the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the local Light The Night event! When: Tuesday, Nov. 19 Time: 5:30-8 p.m. Where: Loaded Question Brewing Company, 909 Islington St., Portsmouth What: Raffles, food, beverages and virtual
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024
City of Portsmouth NH Invites Local Human Services Nonprofits to Apply for ARPA Funds to Implement Community Health Improvement Plan Recommendations
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
Monday, November 11, 2024
Players’ Ring Theatre announces first executive director
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
Monday, November 11, 2024
Players’ Ring has a full line-up of holiday performances --'A Christmas Carol' now in its 29th season at the Players' Ring Theatre
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
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Friday, November 08, 2024
Devine, Millimet & Branch, P.A. recognized as a 2025 Best Law Firm
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
Friday, November 08, 2024
Great Bay Community College and prominent Portsmouth chefs launch one-of-a-kind culinary training program
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
Friday, November 08, 2024
The KEY Collective announces #areuin? program statistics
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
Thursday, November 07, 2024
Host your holiday party at Stroll Cafe!
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
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Monday, November 04, 2024
City of Portsmouth NH Announces Veterans Day Observances
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
Friday, November 01, 2024
McHenry Architecture is now Portsmouth Architects
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
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Friday, November 01, 2024
Devine Millimet welcomes new associate John S. Galle
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
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Monarch School of New England announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors
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
Monday, October 28, 2024
On the Edge of Home: Stories of Housing Insecurity, Home, and the Path to Sustainable Housing Solutions, Nov. 1 to Dec. 13
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
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Monday, October 28, 2024
Portsmouth NH 400 Legacy Committee and City’s Public Art Review Committee presents addition to Bohenko Gateway Park Sculpture Garden
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
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
NH Art Association November Exhibitions -- opening reception Nov. 1
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
Thursday, October 10, 2024
110 Grill's New Features Are Here
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
Monday, September 16, 2024
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
Thursday, September 05, 2024
Your Guide to Success: How to Assemble an Impressive Job Application Package
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
Friday, August 30, 2024
No cost program for small business owners and non-profit leaders
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
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
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
Monday, January 29, 2024
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
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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
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Thursday, December 02, 2021
Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth Selects its Small but MIGHTY Business of November
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.
Friday, July 17, 2020
Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur
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
Friday, May 29, 2020
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
