Before things go wrong: Building a financial safety net for greater Portsmouth businesses
A financial safety net is the combination of cash reserves, credit access, insurance, and business structure that keeps you operating when something goes wrong — a slow season, an unexpected repair, a lost anchor client. Building it before you need it is the only time it works. Seventy percent of businesses hold fewer than four months of reserves, leaving them dangerously exposed when revenue stalls. For Seacoast businesses that navigate real seasonal swings — summer surges, quiet Januaries, Restaurant
Sages Entertainment and Stroll Cafe announce Easter Bunny visits in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Sages Entertainment, in partnership with Stroll Cafe, is excited to bring two Easter Bunny visit experiences to the Portsmouth community on Friday, April 3, 2026. The free morning visit will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and will welcome families to Stroll Cafe to stop by, say hello, and take photos with the Easter Bunny in a relaxed, community-centered setting. This drop-in style experience is designed to be easy, welcoming, and full of springtime smiles. The afternoon ticketed
What Data Visualization Really Does for Your Business — and Where to Start
Data visualization — converting raw numbers into charts, graphs, and dashboards — is one of the most underused tools in small business. A BARC Research survey found that 58% of companies base at least half of their regular business decisions on gut feel rather than data; best-in-class firms rely on gut feel far less (40%) compared to laggards (70%). For Portsmouth Seacoast businesses navigating healthcare billing cycles, hospitality demand swings, and technology sector growth, that gap has real
New Hampshire Theatre Project presents 'Our Kids Are Not Alright,' a powerful playreading on youth mental health - March 18
New Hampshire Theatre Project’s 2025-2026 Elephant-in-the-Room Series® presentsA filmed playreadingOur Kids Are Not Alright by Tim Barretto Wednesday, March 18 - 5:30 pm In collaboration with Seacoast Mental Health Center Admission is free but registration is required NHTP closes its Portsmouth Elephant-in-the-Room Series® presentations with the premiere of Our Kids Are Not Alright, a filmed playreading of the script by Tim Barretto. In today’s world, our children are suffering
City of Portsmouth, NH Hosts NHSaves 'Button Up” Workshop
PORTSMOUTH – The Portsmouth Public Library, Portsmouth Energy Advisory Committee, and Seacoast Climate Action Now will host a free NHSaves “Button Up” home energy workshop on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6 pm at the Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Avenue. Residents may attend in person or via Zoom; pre-registration is required.The NHSaves Button Up Workshop is a 90-minute presentation led by a certified energy auditor. It introduces basic building science principles and practical steps that homeowners
Forest Society at Creek Farm is Here for YOU! -- Check out these six upcoming hikes
The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, turning 125 years old this year, welcomes all to come connect with nature right here in the seacoast! Creek Farm is nestled off Little Harbor Road along Sagamore Creek. Each season, a variety of public programs including focused ecology topics, beginner outdoor series, family hikes, and other special events are available for all to join. In addition to recreation and education, this organization conserves land for clean water, wildlife, and climate
Kevin Maley appointed to Board of Directors at Southeast New Hampshire Habitat for Humanity
PORTSMOUTH˗˗ Southeast New Hampshire (SENH) Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Maley to the 12-member Board of Directors. Kevin, a resident of Rye, brings more than 30 years of experience in the housing and real estate development realm. SENH Habitat for Humanity offers affordable housing programs to deserving families in both Strafford and Rockingham County. In addition to building homes the organization offers vital home repairs to seniors, veteran and disabled
Greater Seacoast Community Health’s Ellyn Schreiber Honored with the New Hampshire Association for Infant Mental Health’s Award of Excellence
Greater Seacoast Community Health celebrates Ellyn Schreiber, LCMHC, as she has earned the 2026 Award of Excellence from the New Hampshire Association for Infant Mental Health (NHAIMH). The New Hampshire Association for Infant Mental Health’s Award of Excellence is given annually to the individual whose academic or clinical work has advanced the mission of NHAIMH and has had a positive impact on the field of infant mental health in New Hampshire. Schreiber was honored for her contributions over more
Colliers Announces Retirement of Principal and Shareholder David Choate After 35-Year Career
Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, respectfully announces that David F. Choate, III, Executive Vice President, Principal, and Shareholder, has decided to begin winding down his distinguished 35-year career with the firm. Bob Rohrer, managing director of Colliers in New Hampshire, said, “Over more than three decades with Colliers, David has played a meaningful role in the growth of the firm and in shaping the commercial real estate landscape throughout New Hampshire’s Seacoast
Quality Electric becomes Loyal Lab Electric & Generators: A Seacoast electrical contractor's tribute to loyalty and a beloved Yellow Lab
Seacoast Electrical Contractor Honors Late Companion with Business Rebrand Quality Electric transitions to Loyal Lab Electric & Generators, centering business around loyalty to customers, team, and community SOMERSWORTH – After more than eight years serving the Seacoast region, Quality Electric has officially rebranded as Loyal Lab Electric & Generators, a name inspired by owner Eric's late yellow Labrador retriever, Rusty. "Rusty taught me what loyalty really means," said Eric, founder and owner of
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LiFi Inc. and Life In Focus Announce Strategic Partnership and Creative Leadership Expansion
ROCHESTER / ACCESS Newswire / January 2, 2026 / Founded in Maine with a deep respect for place, light, and authenticity, Life In Focus has built a strong reputation for timeless, true-to-color photography rooted in genuine storytelling. Drawing inspiration from New England's coastal landscapes, the brand is known for capturing meaningful moments with consistency, restraint, and emotional depth. Founded in 2017, Life In Focus was built from the ground up by Nick Eaton, who launched the business at age 23
Colliers moves Portsmouth office to new location at 210 Commerce Way
PORTSMOUTH—Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce the relocation of its Portsmouth office to 210 Commerce Way, Suite 350, Portsmouth, effective Aug. 15. The move positions the Colliers New Hampshire team for continued growth in the Seacoast area. The new location offers modern, Class A space within a dynamic business park setting. Located just minutes from downtown Portsmouth with direct access to I-95 and the Spaulding Turnpike, the new location positions the
St. Mary’s Bank Awards Scholarships to Support Future Leaders
MANCHESTER – St. Mary’s Bank is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 – 2026 academic year scholarship program. This year, 15 outstanding students, each members, were awarded a total of $22,500 in recognition of their academic achievements, community involvement, and dedication to personal growth. The scholarship program, which has been a cornerstone of St. Mary’s Bank’s community outreach efforts, aims to alleviate the financial burden of higher education for its members remarks. “By investing
Chasing the Calendar: Seasonal Promotions Done Right for Small Businesses
Tapping into the rhythm of the calendar has long been a cornerstone of retail success. But for smaller operations, where every marketing dollar needs to count, seasonal promotions can either be a strategic coup or a time-sucking flop. Making the most of these opportunities requires more than slapping red and green on a homepage come December. It calls for timing, creativity, and a genuine understanding of how customers behave when the seasons shift. With a little planning and a lot of authenticity,
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
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
