AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHousing Pressure: A new NH business-focused policy forum says housing is starting to “move the needle,” but the core problem remains: too few homes and too much zoning friction, with the market down to roughly 1,600 listings statewide. Energy Costs & Storm Fallout: After July 4 storms, crews kept working to restore power across the region, while NH utilities face rising summer demand and proposed rate increases. State Politics: Gov. Kelly Ayotte vetoed nine bills, including a charter-school study push and other hot-button measures like book-related proposals and toll changes. Local Community & Culture: Exeter’s America 250 schedule is packed with a 5K, parades, reenactments, and fireworks, and Berlin’s French-Canadian heritage lives on in local “Franglais” speech. Food Access: Refugee farmers are helping fill NH-area “food deserts” with produce grown through a Manchester-based program that accepts SNAP and uses matching dollars. Independence 250 History: NH’s Pine Tree Riots are getting renewed attention as part of the America 250 story, alongside fresh coverage of rare Declaration of Independence finds tied to Exeter. Public Safety: Crews also continued cleanup after storms left thousands without power, with warnings to stay clear of downed lines.
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