HALLOWEEN: Grown-ups 21+ Invited to Night at the BOOzeum at Children's Museum of NH
Costumes Optional, Fun is Mandatory (Dover, NH) – Halloween isn't just for the kids, and neither is The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire (CMNH) in Dover. Grown-ups 21+ are invited to an after hours "Night at the BOOzeum" on Friday, October 24 from 7-9pm featuring spooky science, games, music, and a cash bar. "Whenever we give tours of the museum to people who don't have young kids in their lives, they're always excited and surprised by all our exhibits, and usually want to dive right in and play with
News Release: 10/9/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 2025 Palmer Gas & Oil Celebrates New Fuel Facility with Renewable Propane Atkinson, NH – Staff, colleagues and local businesses were all on hand to help Palmer Gas & Oil (PGO) celebrate National Propane Day with a delivery of renewable propane and a ribbon cutting at its newest fuel storage facility. Said PGO General Manager, Peter Iacobucci, “This new facility consists of four 45,000-gallon tanks, which when combined with our plant at 13 Hall Farm Road and our Raymond and
Thirsty Moose Taphouse & Exeter Brewing Company Repeat as People’s Choice Winners at Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival
The Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce and Exeter Parks and Recreation Department are thrilled to announce the winners of People’s Choice Awards for Best Brewery and Best Chili at the 13th Annual Powder Keg Beer & Chili Festival, held on October 4, 2025. Exeter Brewing Company took home the People’s Choice award for the best brewery for the 2nd year in a row, and Thirsty Moose- Exeter won the People’s Choice Chili Award for the 3rd year in a row. Read the Press Release: Thirsty Moose Taphouse & Exeter
Importance of Setting Goals and Milestones to Guide Your First Year in Business
Starting your first year in business is both exciting and daunting. The difference between surviving and thriving often comes down to how well you set goals and milestones. By establishing a clear roadmap, you not only track progress but also ensure your time and resources are directed toward sustainable growth. Why Milestones Matter Milestones are checkpoints that help measure progress. Instead of chasing vague goals like “grow sales,” you can break them into concrete actions such as “secure 10 new
Help us help you: Employer Health Insurance Survey
Rising healthcare costs are more than just numbers on a balance sheet—they impact your ability to hire, retain employees, and run your business every day. We hear this concern often, and now we want to take action with you. That’s why the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the NH Health Cost Initiative to gather insights directly from our members and turn them into meaningful solutions. Here’s how you can help shape the future: Complete our quick survey. Tell us what you’re facing with
Cinco's Cantina to Host October Fundraiser
Cinco’s Cantina, a local, family-owned Mexican restaurant with locations in Rochester, Dover, and Epping, is proud to announce a month-long fundraising initiative in support of Gather, a nonprofit dedicated to ending food insecurity in the Seacoast region. The fundraiser will run from Wednesday, October 1, through Friday, October 31, 2025. Cinco’s has set a $5,000 fundraising goal in support of Gather’s mission. Throughout the month, guests at any of Cinco’s three locations will have the chance to enjoy
Opening an Auto Repair Shop: Costs, Licenses, and Setup Tips
Opening your own auto repair shop is a powerful leap—from turning wrenches for someone else to building a business with your name on it. Whether you're a seasoned technician or transitioning from a related field, this guide walks you through the key requirements, paperwork, setup steps, and tech tools that can simplify the journey. 1. What Kind of Auto Repair Shop Will You Run? Before investing in equipment or signing a lease, define your shop type: General Auto Repair (cars, trucks,
Lighhouse Credit Union - Culinary Challenge
Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation Announces Return of Seacoast Culinary Challenge on October 29 Local Chefs Compete to Raise Awareness and Funds to Combat Food Insecurity on the Seacoast Portsmouth – Aug. 13, 2025 – The Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of the Seacoast Culinary Challenge, a high-energy cooking competition with a powerful purpose: to fight food insecurity in the Seacoast region. This year’s Challenge will be held on Wednesday, October 29 at The
News Release: Colliers Moves Portsmouth Office to New Location at 210 Commerce Way
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, NH 03801, effective August 15th, 2025. 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
Framing the Future: How Visual Storytelling Moves Small Businesses Forward
The small business landscape has never been more saturated, and in that noise, attention has become currency. With limited budgets and fierce competition, entrepreneurs often face a difficult question: how do you get someone to care? The answer, increasingly, lies not in more ads or clever slogans, but in better stories—ones told through images, colors, movement, and mood. Visual storytelling isn't just a marketing buzzword; it’s a strategy that levels the playing field for businesses that can’t outspend
My Breast Cancer Support Marks 20 Years of Service to Local Breast Cancer Patients and Families
My Breast Cancer Support, a local nonprofit dedicated to easing the financial and emotional burdens of breast cancer, proudly marks its 20th year of serving patients and families on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine. Since its founding by local breast cancer survivor, Wendy McCoole, My Breast Cancer Support has provided more than $1.44 million in direct financial support to local individuals and families battling breast cancer. The organization’s impactful programs include the
The Media Kit Isn’t Dead, You’re Just Using It Wrong
Before people believe in your product, they have to believe your story. That’s where a media kit kicks in—not as a press release replacement, but as a strategic, high-caliber handshake. It’s not a formality or a folder of fluff. It’s the clearest, cleanest way to show you’re ready for the spotlight and capable of owning it. Companies that treat media kits as an afterthought often miss the critical opportunity to shape perception before a single article gets written or a mic gets turned on. A Portal to
