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BEA Receives $5 Million Grant to Implement Digital Equity Plan
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration approved New Hampshire’s award of nearly $5 million under the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program. The grant was created and funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
 
BEA’s 2024 EconForum Recognizes Collaborators Helping to Keep NH Economy Strong
Nearly 200 partners, stakeholders, and economic development professionals gathered at Manchester Community College for the 2024 EconForum on Nov. 15.
State InvestNH Housing Program Results Show Success
A total of 4,657 housing units throughout New Hampshire have been impacted by the Department of Business and Economic Affairs’ (BEA) InvestNH Housing program, according to BEA Commissioner Taylor Caswell.
New Advanced Manufacturing Report Underscores Vital Role of Industry and Workforce Opportunities
A new report found the Granite State’s $8 billion advanced manufacturing sector's recent industry growth has outpaced regional and national trends, the cluster’s share of jobs in the state is 60 percent higher than the national average, and it typically pays higher wages than the national average for the industry.
NH-Ireland Trade Council Begins Work Strengthening Trade, Cultural, Academic Bonds
At the first meeting of the New Hampshire-Ireland Trade Council Oct. 23, members began charting a path to increase economic, academic, and cultural bonds with one of the state’s leading trade partners.
Cruz Confirmed as New State Tourism Director
Michelle Cruz, executive director of the Mt. Washington Valley Chamber, was confirmed as the new state tourism director by a unanimous vote today of the Governor and Executive Council.
Promising Fall Tourism Season Expected in New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD) is announcing its forecast for the upcoming fall season: approximately 3.7 million people are expected to visit New Hampshire; spending by those visitors is estimated to reach $1.8 billion dollars.
Brendan McDowell Joins BEA’s Office of Planning and Development
Brendan McDowell of Plymouth joins the Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) as a principal planner for the Office of Planning and Development.
Shank to Lead the New Division of Planning and Community Development
The New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) announces the creation of the Division of Planning and Community Development (DPCD).
All 10 New Hampshire Counties See Population Growth Since COVID-19 Pandemic
New Hampshire’s popularity continues to grow, bringing new investment and workforce to the state following the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.