Community Leadership

Building roof with a sign that says Keene
Bringing Bold Ideas to Rural Challenges
Two Days at the Radically Rural Conference in Keene, NH
Two Days at the Radically Rural Conference in Keene, NH Learn More
5 Excuses to Not Apply for Grants and How to Overcome Them
We all have that closet we’ve been meaning to clean out, or that book we just haven’t gotten around to reading. So, the last thing we want to add to o... Learn More
Town Hall on Main street
Strengthening Community Decision Making through Data
Key to strong and informed decision making is community engagement and accurate data. Engaging your community helps to identify issues, opportunities ... Learn More
CED team members at the NACDEP conference
Community and Economic Development Team Receives National and Regional Awards
From educational technology to nature economy, CED wins big at national conference’s awards ceremony
From educational technology to nature economy, CED wins big at national conference’s awards ceremony Learn More
Bill Maddocks showing off a piece of history at Manchester's Millyard
Many Thanks
A Thank you to Bill Maddocks for His Work with the Community & Economic Development Team
A Thank you to Bill Maddocks for His Work with the Community & Economic Development Team Learn More
Destination Bristol: A Transformed Downtown Surrounded by Natural Assets Attracts Visitors and Residents Alike
New Hampshire communities are doing big things to revitalize their downtowns. Bristol, located in Grafton County in the center of the state, is one su... Learn More
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Inspiring Enthusiasm
How George Dzujna fell in love with Franklin and became a community leader
How George Dzujna fell in love with Franklin and became a community leader Learn More
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Making a Meeting Place
Jo Brown sees potential in Franklin’s revitalization
Jo Brown sees potential in Franklin’s revitalization Learn More
Why Main Street?
Three Reasons Main Street Matters
Three Reasons Main Street Matters - Main Street connects people to one another; Main Street is a symbol of a town – its history, character, and value... Learn More
Extension specialist Molly Donovan stands next to a tree. She is seen from the chest up. She is waering a blue shirt with dark blue polka dots and glasses. She is smiling at the camera.
Donovan Receives Northeast Excellence in Extension Award
National organization honors community and economic development specialist
National organization honors community and economic development specialist Learn More