Economic and Community Development

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
A man in a brown coat is talking to another man, who has his back to the camera.
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
A woman in a grey hooded sweatshirt stands near a brick wall. She is facing the camera and smiling.
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
A kayak mounted on a fence in a park in Franklin NH. A river is in the background.
Take a (Holiday) Hike
Use Trail Finder and bring your holiday shopping trips to the next level
Use Trail Finder and bring your holiday shopping trips to the next level 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
In the Weeds with Jared Reynolds
UNH Extension staff are in the field every day, working with Granite State residents to make life better in New Hampshire. Because they’re so often on... Learn More
Five travel coffee mugs with the logo for 1 Million Cups in orange. Behind the mugs is a t-shirt with the logo for 1 Million Cups
1 Million Cups Central NH Hosts Kickoff Event
Monthly entrepreneur meeting begins in Concord
Monthly entrepreneur meeting begins in Concord Learn More
Two people walk along a tree-lined path. On the left, pieces of tan cloth are strung between the white birch trees. One of the people on the path is an older woman in a white dress and sun hat. She is looking at the path. Next to her is an older man with a white hat and a mustache. He is holding a camera.
Right Place, Right Time
Extension helps Sullivan County develop a regional arts identity
Extension helps Sullivan County develop a regional arts identity Learn More
A street scene in downtown Rochester NH. In the foreground is a traffic island that is filled with a flower garden and a sign for the Rochester Opera House. In the center, there is a street with cars on it. On either side of the street are trees and buildings. In the distance is a white steeple.
All Together Now
Extension work facilitates Rochester’s revitalization
Extension work facilitates Rochester’s revitalization Learn More