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Sunday, May 19, 2024City of Portsmouth NH Receives 12th Consecutive AAA Rating from S&P Global Ratings
PORTSMOUTH – For the 12th consecutive year, S&P Global Ratings (previously Standard & Poor's) has reaffirmed the City of Portsmouth’s AAA bond rating, which measures the City’s ability to manage its credit. S&P cited its opinion of “Portsmouth's very strong management and economic profile, which it thinks will likely continue to support positive financial operations, resulting in the continued maintenance of high reserves.” In making the announcement, City Manager Karen Conard said, “The City of
Friday, May 17, 2024Register today for the Response to Active Threat Events seminars on June 13 and June 20
PORTSMOUTH— Empower yourself! The Response to Active Threat Events seminar is designed to provide the individual with vital information for self- empowerment to survive an active threat event using the Escape, Prevent, Protect (EPP) plan. The information shared can be used in one’s work or personal life. The goal is to enhance your ability to process the situation faster and better decision making during an active threat event. * This training is for business and organization leaders and their
Thursday, May 16, 2024Family-Friendly Father's Day 5K Supports Community Health on June 16
DOVER – Registration is now open for Greater Seacoast Community Health’s annual Father’s Day 5K. This event to be held on Sunday, June 16 at 9 a.m. in Dover. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this family-friendly run/walk. Event proceeds help individuals and families gain access to health care and family support services through Greater Seacoast’s network of community health centers. These include Families First Health & Support Center in Portsmouth and Goodwin
Thursday, May 16, 2024Portsmouth Peace Treaty 2024 Exhibit in John Paul Jones House Museum Showcases National Diplomats
PORTSMOUTH – The Portsmouth Peace Treaty Forum has enhanced the “Diplomats in Portsmouth” exhibit in the John Paul Jones House Museum to showcase the prominent diplomats featured in Forum events. The museum opens for the season on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Regular hours are Thursday-Monday, 11 am to 5 pm (last admission at 4:30 pm) and by appointment on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Portsmouth Peace Treaty Forum was founded in 1994 to explore, through Japanese, Russian and American perspectives, the history of
Wednesday, May 15, 2024First Seacoast Bank continues sponsorship of SCORE to empower local small businesses- Next free class starts May 23
DOVER—First Seacoast Bank is proud to announce its ongoing commitment to supporting the growth and success of small businesses within the community it serves through its sponsorship of SCORE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mentorship and education to entrepreneurs. As a community-focused bank, First Seacoast Bank recognizes the vital role that small businesses play in driving economic growth and fostering vibrant communities. By partnering with SCORE, they aim to provide valuable
Wednesday, May 15, 2024Seacoast Climb opens in Rye
The new bouldering gym is located within Airfield Place RYE—Seacoast Climb, a premier destination for bouldering enthusiasts, is thrilled to announce its official opening and the launch of its new website, inviting climbers of all levels to experience the thrill of scaling new heights in Rye. Founded by Matt Mings, a former NCAA gymnast, and contestant and finalist on American Ninja Warrior and a passionate advocate for fitness and adventure sports, Seacoast Climb aims to provide a dynamic and
Monday, May 13, 2024The Hotel Portsmouth reopens following full redesign
Boutique Downtown Hotel Reimagined with Modern Comforts and Traditional Americana Design PORTSMOUTH – Lark Hotels, the acclaimed lifestyle hotel company with boutique properties in iconic destinations throughout the United States, announces May 13 the re-opening of flagship Portsmouth property, The Hotel Portsmouth, located at 40 Court St. Originally built in 1881 by the wealthy ship merchant and businessman John E. Sise, the hotel is a classic example of Queen Anne Victorian architecture, and served as
Friday, May 10, 2024Children's Museum of New Hampshire to Host 12th Annual NH Maker Fest on June 1
DOVER - This year's annual NH Maker Fest, organized and hosted by the Children's Museum of New Hampshire in downtown Dover, on Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., will feature a Rube Goldberg machine expert, bug motels and seed balls, a marimba petting zoo, roaming robots and dinosaurs, a jump rope team, and will culminate with a foam dance party. "It's a fun and affordable day of discovery for all ages," said Neva Cole, CMNH communications director. Admission into the Fest, which takes place inside the
Friday, May 10, 2024CMNH to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer
DOVER—The Children's Museum of New Hampshire in Dover announced it will again join museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and their families this summer. The 2024 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 18, 2024. Learn more and find the list of participating museums at arts.gov/BlueStarMuseums. Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star
Wednesday, May 08, 2024Help us with spring (data) cleaning—and be entered to win an excellent prize!
Dear Chamber Member, It’s time to do some spring cleaning of our membership data! We need your help and we’re happy to put out some incentives. For EVERY new representative added, updated, or removed, from your membership representative listing between Wednesday, May 8and Wednesday, May 22, the person making the update(s) will be entered into a raffle to win one of 11 excellent prizes listed below. Main Prizes $25 Gift Card toVida Cantina $25 Gift Card to110 Grill $25 Gift Card toTuscan
Monday, May 06, 2024Portsmouth NH City Manager Presents the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget - Budget Presentation and Listening Session, slated for May 13 at Portsmouth Public Library
PORTSMOUTH – The Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Proposed Budget for all appropriated City funds was distributed to the Mayor and City Council on April 30, 2024. This budget document and accompanying interactive user guide are posted to the City website: portsnh.co/budgets. The release of the FY25 Proposed Budget marks the start of the formal presentations to the City Council and the public, beginning with a daylong Budget Presentation and Listening Session, scheduled for Monday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3
Friday, May 03, 2024PMAC's 17th Annual Jazz Night on May 11 to Include Tributes to Jazz Legends J. J. Johnson and Max Roach
PORTSMOUTH—PMAC is thrilled for the highly anticipated return of the 17th Annual Jazz Night concert on May 11th, 2024. The region’s top jazz musicians will ignite The Music Hall Lounge with the electrifying ambiance of an authentic NYC-style jazz club for two performances, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. This year, the diverse set list will include tributes commemorating the 100th birthdays of jazz legends J. J. Johnson (trombone) and Max Roach (drums). The 7-piece jazz ensemble features a talented roster of PMAC
Thursday, May 02, 2024Former Ben & Jerry’s COO to keynote Seacoast Chamber Alliance Mental Health Summit on May 21
DOVER – The Third Annual Mental Health, Wellness and Recovery in the Workplace Summit, underwritten by Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and sponsored by Kennebunk Savings, will take place Tuesday, May 21, at the Cochecho Country Club in Dover from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Keynote speaker Mickey Wiles is the founder and chief executive officer of Vermont-based Working Fields, a mission-driven staffing agency that helps individuals overcome barriers to employment and build stable futures. Mickey has had a long career in
Thursday, May 02, 2024'Ona Judge Day' Tour on May 21 kicks off Black Heritage Trail of NH's 2024 Sankofa Guided Walking Tours
PORTSMOUTH—Portsmouth Black History tours have been going on for 30 years. The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) expanded these tours state-wide seven years ago. Known for sharing a truer, more inclusive history of New Hampshire, BHTNH’s 2024 tour season kicks off with a special “Ona Judge Day” tour on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 2 p.m. Afterward, guided tours are on Saturdays and Sundays from May 25 - Nov. 3, 2024. Beyond the addition of the “Ona Judge Day” - two other new “Living History Tours”
Wednesday, May 01, 2024Strawbery Banke Museum Hosts 1st NH Regiment for Living History Encampment May 18 & 19
Strawbery Banke Museum Hosts 1st NH Regiment for Living History Encampment May 18 & 19 PORTSMOUTH— Strawbery Banke is thrilled to announce the arrival of the 1st New Hampshire Regiment for a Living History Encampment weekend on May 18 and 19, 2024. This event promises an immersive journey back in time as visitors will witness the daily life of soldiers during the Revolutionary War era. The Living History Encampment activities are included with daily museum admission tickets, available for purchase in
Wednesday, May 01, 2024City announces daytime closure of Market Street between Deer Street and Hanover Street for paving work week of May 13 - 17, 2024
PORTSMOUTH – Starting Monday, May 13, 2024, the Department of Public Works will perform final paving on the section of Market Street between Deer Street and Hanover Street. The work will require the closure of the street to all vehicular traffic and no parking between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m, Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 17, 2024. The anticipated schedule is to mill and prepare the roadway starting Monday, with paving to take place Thursday. Final striping will happen Friday, weather permitting. Flaggers
Friday, April 26, 202427th Annual Cisco Brewers Portsmouth 5K is back Supporting David Krempels Brain Injury Center
PORTSMOUTH—Registration is filling up for the 27th annual Cisco Brewers Portsmouth 5K onMay 26. Located at Cisco Brewers Portsmouth on Pease in Portsmouth, the race starts at 11 a.m. on the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, and attracts over a thousand runners/walkers, as well as a hearty crew of future racers for the kids’ fun run at 10:15 a.m. The race is part of the Seacoast Road Race Series and the course, adjusted for 2024 road works,is still USATF Certified, flat and fast: great for runner’s intent on
Thursday, April 25, 2024BAPOC announces first annual conference 'Shades of Progress'
The Business Alliance for People of Color (BAPOC) is excited to hold its first state-wide “Shades of Progress” conference on Wednesday, May 22 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord. The event’s focus will be on elevating and bringing attention to the specific needs of entrepreneurs and businesses owned by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). The conference will continue to create community by welcoming BAPOC members, supporting organizations, and mainstream businesses
Wednesday, April 24, 2024The Tall Ships Are Coming Back to Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH – Sail Portsmouth is thrilled to announce the return of the majestic Tall Ships to Portsmouth, NH. This exciting event will kick off with a spectacular Parade of Sail on Friday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., marking the beginning of several days filled with maritime adventure and exploration. The Parade of Sail will feature an impressive lineup of vessels, including the renowned Barque Eagle, Ernestina-Morrissey, and Denis Sullivan, along with the iconic Gundalow, a Navy tug, the City
Wednesday, April 24, 2024NH Art Association May Exhibitions
Lush, Main Gallery Member Show The New Hampshire Art Association presents Lush, an artist member exhibition opening May 3. Lush represents the consequences of unrestrained desire, reflecting on themes of consumerism, decadence, and the line between luxury and responsibility. Artists were urged to delve into these concepts, resulting in vibrant and lavish artworks. Each piece presents a world of its own, pulling the viewer in to explore. This exhibition is filled with flourishing gardens and overflowing
Wednesday, April 24, 2024COAST Recognized as Nonprofit of the Year by Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
Regional public transportation provider to be honored at May 9 event DOVER—Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, has been selected as Nonprofit of the Year by the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce. The announcement was made on April 16 and the award will be given at the chamber’s 2024 Annual Awards Gala on May 9. COAST’s mission is to champion and provide customer-focused public transportation with a commitment to excellence in safety and service. Since 1982,
Tuesday, April 23, 2024The 2024 B2B Commuter Challenge kicks off May 1!
The 2024 B2B Commuter Challenge kicks off May 1! This is the 10th annual challenge, and we are excited to encourage commuters to get to work in a smarter way again this year. The competition is simple. All commuters have to do is sign up at www.commuteSMARTseacoast.org, start commuting to work using any mode other than driving alone (e.g. telecommuting, riding your bike, walking, taking the bus, or carpooling), and log your trips in the Commute Smart NH app. It is super easy! For returning smart
Tuesday, April 23, 2024City of Portsmouth NH Public Art Review Committee Issues RFP for Peirce Island Public Art Installation
PORTSMOUTH – The City’s Public Art Review Committee (PARC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) from artists interested in submitting designs for a work of art on Peirce Island to be funded through the City’s Percent-for-Art program. In preparation for the RFP, PARC held three community input sessions to discuss the Committee’s role, the history of Peirce Island, and the process for determining a location for the Peirce Island Art Project. The RFP states, “The City of Portsmouth welcomes proposals
Tuesday, April 23, 2024Driving the Future of Transportation Event on Tuesday, May 7
NORTH HAMPTON—Do you know what it takes to navigate the world of electric vehicles? Our contestants will put their knowledge to the test as 'game show host', Sam Evans-Brown with Clean Energy NH, takes them through a game show format reminiscent of the classic Jeopardy! Learn the answers to your EV questions, and find out how EVs will drive the future of transportation in this engaging event. And that's not all! Experience the thrill of the latest in electric vehicle technology firsthand with the
Monday, April 22, 2024Pro Portsmouth Unveils the 2024 Children’s Day Logo
PORTSMOUTH— No doubt that this year’s Children’s Day logo celebrates Spring! Created by Rye student Vesper Reed, the 2024 logo features a cheerful rose and rainbow. The logo artwork will be featured on the volunteer T-shirts, the Children’s Day map, social media and the Pro Portsmouth website. The event, which takes place on Sunday, May 5 from noon – 4 p.m., kicks off at the Block Party’s Performance Area on Pleasant Street. Using the activity map and legend, families follow the alphabet all over
Saturday, April 20, 2024Sail Portsmouth Welcomes New Board Members, Gives Thanks to Long-Standing Member for Service
Long-standing Board Chair Phil von Hemert has officially stepped down from the Sail Portsmouth board after 10 years of service to the organization. PORTSMOUTH – The Sail Portsmouth Board of Directors is welcoming three new members and saying goodbye to one long-standing board member. In March, William (Bill) Mathers, Sara Cassinelli, and Geoff Youngclaus, CPA joined the Sail Portsmouth Board of Directors. William (Bill) Mathers is the Founder and President of Pacific Sea Resources, which was
Thursday, April 18, 2024David Choate of Colliers is Honored as a Company Top Achiever
PORTSMOUTH—In an announcement from Gil Borok, president and CEO of leading global commercial real estate services firm Colliers, David Choate of its Portsmouth office has been inducted into the 2023 Everest Club. The Everest Club recognizes the top 10% of all Colliers professionals in brokerage, valuation, and corporate solutions in the U.S. based on revenue production. “David had another spectacular year in 2023. He continually attains excellence by demonstrating a production level that everyone in the
Friday, March 22, 2024Seacoast African American Cultural Center (SAACC) 2024 Season
Opening Friday, April 5, 2024 at the Seacoast African American Cultural Center (SAACC), 10 Middle St., Portsmouth NH Becoming Black: The Immigrant Experience Our April 2024 opening exhibition features two acclaimed regional artists - Jozimar Matimano and Becky Field - whose life and work depicts the immigrant experience to consider how people of color from all over the world, ranging from Africa to South Asia and the Middle East, come to be seen as Black or an ethnic minority when settling in
Wednesday, March 20, 20242023 End-of-Year Awards at Colliers
PORTSMOUTH—Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce its 2023 award winners in the Colliers New Hampshire and Maine offices. The Colliers Portsmouth office swept the awards ceremony this year! David Choate earned the 2023 Top Producer Award, which he has earned six times in the last decade. Choate and Abby Bachman won the Deal of the Year Award for the sale of Mill Plaza in Durham, for $8.8 million. Bachman also earned the Most Improved Award for 2023, as she
Friday, March 01, 2024Free Program Available For New Hampshire Business Owners
The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 Cohort. Since 2019, this free program has helped business owners from all across the state strategize and create business growth for their companies. The program is funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation a not for profit organization and hosted by the Community College System of New Hampshire. Through the program participants learn the skills they need to scale their business for growth. The program
Monday, January 29, 2024Devine 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, December 05, 2023What are we going to do about it?
The night before Thanksgiving, a beloved member of our business community, Mamadou Dembele, was assaulted while out in the City of Portsmouth. Sadly, in a statement released last week by Mamadou “The words used by my attacker leave no doubt that this was a racist act." On Sunday, Dec. 3, community, spiritual, and business leaders rallied around him. You can read that account here. A gathering Dec. 3 at the Portsmouth African Burying Ground Memorial supported Mamadou Dembele. Show, from
Tuesday, October 31, 2023High 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
Thursday, December 02, 2021Chamber 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, 2020Farewell 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, 2020EASY PEASY: How to Submit a News Release to the Chamber Collaborative Website
· Log on to ChamberMaster (chambermaster.com)Click "For Customers"Click Log In from drop downNavigate to Chambermaster (lower right) 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 ·