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Tee Off for a Cause: 4th Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic Returns to Support Maine Veterans
We’re excited to share an opportunity to get involved in the 4th Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic Golf Tournament, proudly benefiting the Maine Veterans Project. Held on Monday, June 15th, at the Ledges in York, Maine. This event continues to grow each year, bringing together industry professionals and community members for an enjoyable day on the course, all in support of a meaningful cause. To date, the tournament has raised more than $46,000 for Maine veterans, helping provide critical resources
Cornerstone VNA Invites Family Caregivers to a Free Event on May 13
Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health provider, is pleased to announce the tenth annual Caregivers Connect, a special supportive event for family caregivers in the community. This free in-person event will take place at the Cochecho Country Club in Dover on Wednesday, May 13, from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm and continues to be generously underwritten by First Seacoast Bank. Caregiver attendees will hear from guest author and speaker Bonnie Brooks Dudley on “Strong Enough to Care: Emotions, Communication,
Abrielle Scharff and Natalia Bonfini named grand prize winners of The Music Hall's 2026 Emerging Artist Grant
Free outdoor pre-show celebration will feature additional grant award winners ahead of John Legend's Emerging Artist Benefit Concert on May 2 PORTSMOUTH– The Music Hall is thrilled to announce the winners of its 2026 Emerging Artist Grant Program, selected from more than 40 submissions. This year’s Grand Prize Winners – Abrielle Scharff and Natalia Bonfini – will open for Grammy-winning artist John Legend during The Music Hall’s fourth annual Emerging Artist Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 2. Before the
Get Ready for Children’s Day 2026 on Sunday, May 3!
PORTSMOUTH — Get ready as the children of the Seacoast take over Downtown Portsmouth as, once again, Pro Portsmouth presents Children’s Day! Set to take place on Sunday, May 3rd from Noon – 4:00pm, this “kid-friendly” event features the Block Party and performances on Pleasant Street. Using the activity map and legend, families follow the alphabet all over Downtown where they can enjoy a variety of crafts, games, and interactive activities in many of the shops and restaurants. Entertainment at
April 30 deadline for Pro Portsmouth's Annual Market Square Day Logo Contest
PORTSMOUTH — The Seacoast’s premier downtown festival organization, Pro Portsmouth, will produce the 49th Annual Market Square Day Festival and Road Race on Saturday, June 13. Each year, the group looks to the artists of the Seacoast to create a logo for Market Square Day. Once again, the ‘Call to Logo Artists’ is your opportunity to create a logo that lives on for years. Since 1978, Market Square Day has taken place in the heart of the City and Pro Portsmouth looks to the artists of the community to put
$34,000 awarded to Seacoast nonprofits through The Fabulous Find’s Giving Program
$34,000 Awarded to Seacoast Nonprofits Through The Fabulous Find’s Giving Program KITTERY, MAINE — The Fabulous Find has announced the recipients of its monthly grant program for March, awarding a total of $34,337 in proceeds to three Seacoast nonprofits. Strawbery Banke Museum, Zebra Crossings, and Children's Museum of New Hampshire will each receive $11,445. Each month, The Fabulous Find donates 100 percent of its profits to selected nonprofit partners, supporting a wide range of community needs across
Alien abduction and local history collide in 'Betty & Barney' Exhibition
On the night of Sept. 19, 1961, a Portsmouth couple driving home through New Hampshire’s White Mountains reported something extraordinary: a lit-up craft in the sky, missing time, and an alien abduction. More than six decades later, the story of Betty and Barney Hill continues to captivate believers and skeptics alike. Now on view at the Portsmouth Historical Society, “Betty & Barney” explores the fascinating and multifaceted lives of the Hills– inviting visitors to look beyond the headlines and into the
Small Budget, Real Results: A Digital Marketing Playbook for Seacoast Small Businesses
More than half of all website traffic arrives without a single dollar spent on ads. According to WordStream, organic search drives most web traffic — 53% of it — and 49% of businesses say it delivers better ROI than any paid channel. For small businesses along the Portsmouth Seacoast, where a loyal local following can be the difference between a slow January and a sold-out spring, that's genuinely good news. The catch: organic results don't happen by accident. They come from a plan, and that's where most
The Herbal Path launches an online shop!
Herbal Path is excited to share that our natural pharmacy has an online shop! Now you can browse through our favorite supplements at any time, from anywhere. We built it to feel just like stepping into one of our stores -- thoughtful, simple, and rooted in a love for natural healing. Whether you’re picking up your go-to blends or trying something new, our private label brands are there to support you on your health journey.Click to check out the shop: https://herbalpathnatpharm.myshopify.com/ ABOUT
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Threshold Stage Company and New Hampshire Theatre Project team up for co-production of 2025 Tony Award winner Eureka Day
New Hampshire Theatre Project and Threshold Stage Company present Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector April 17 - May 3 Fridays at 7:30 pm Saturdays at 4:00 pm Sundays at 2:30 pm April 9, 2026 - Portsmouth, NH - New Hampshire Theatre Project continues its 2025-2026 MainStage Season by joining with Threshold Stage Company to present a production of the 2025 Tony Award winning Eureka Day- a wildly relevant and bitingly funny satire exploring one of the most socially relevant questions of our
recreative + co. earns national design recognition for work with four Seacoast clients
recreative + co. earns national design recognition for work with four Seacoast clients The Kittery studio picked up four awards — including a Gold Muse and a GDUSA American Digital Design Award — for photography and web design work done close to home. KITTERY, MAINE — recreative + co., the Kittery-based branding, web design, and photography studio, has received four national design awards for recent client work — all of it for businesses in Kittery and Portsmouth. The studio earned three Muse
Kittery just got its first dedicated visitor website
VisitKittery.org launches as Kittery’s first dedicated destination website The community-driven site brings local businesses, attractions, and visitor resources together in one place for the first time. KITTERY, Maine —VisitKittery.org is now live. A new destination website built to help visitors and locals alike discover what Kittery has to offer. The site brings together local businesses, dining, events, and visitor resources under one roof, filling a long-standing gap in the town’s digital
Loyal Lab Electric & Generators launches The Rusty Fund to support NH Seacoast dog rescues
Somersworth electrical contractor launches charitable giving initiative supporting local dog rescues through every job completed SOMERSWORTH — Loyal Lab Electric & Generators, a licensed electrical contracting company serving Dover, Portsmouth, and the NH Seacoast, has launched The Rusty Fund, a charitable initiative that donates a portion of every completed job to Pope Memorial Humane Society in Dover. The fund donates $10 from every completed job and $100 from every generator installation directly to
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
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
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
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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
