Economic and Community Development

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A Different Approach to Economic Development
Market System Development is a sector-focused approach, aiming to grow targeted industries by addressing the challenges that the industry is facing. E... Learn More
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Getting to Work with DIRT
Individuals from over twenty groups, organizations, and municipalities from the greater Franklin-Northfield-Tilton “Foothills” region of New Hampshire... Learn More
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Talking Trails Council in Sullivan County
Derek Ferland, Sullivan County Manager and Becky Levy, Extension's Community & Economic Development Field Specialist in Sullivan County joined Steve S... Learn More
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Engaging Homeless and At-risk Individuals
An Interview with Jen Hunter of the Plymouth Family Resource Center
Municipalities are often on the front lines. Over the past year, we have heard that one of the most difficult challenges for towns is to meet the need... Learn More
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Discussing Downtown Vibrancy
Many communities in New Hampshire have traditional downtowns or village centers; places that are the heart of the city or town. These areas are define... Learn More
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When Talking About Short-Term Rentals, It’s Complicated, But It Doesn’t Have to Be
With the increasing need for quality housing, conversations about whether, and how, to permit short-term rentals tend to be challenging. Short-term re... Learn More
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UNH Extension Welcomes Matt Marzolo as new Economic Development State Specialist
UNH Cooperative Extension is pleased to welcome Matt Marzolo to the Community and Economic Development program team. Matt recently started his role as... Learn More
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Is There a Connection Between Reduced ADU Restrictions and Housing Affordability?
ADUs (accessory dwelling units) have long been heralded as part of the solution to the housing shortage, and both the NH State Legislature and the Ver... Learn More
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Outdoor recreation’s contribution to New Hampshire’s economy continues to grow to the tune of over 3 billion dollars
New data released in November from the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows that Outdoor Recreation accounts for 3.2% of New Hampshire’s GDP. This amount... Learn More
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Community Engagement: A Philosophical Approach
A conversation with Peter Nichols, New London Housing Commission Chair
Peter Nichols is Chair of the New London Housing Commission and is also a retired developer. He attended the first in-person Housing Academy session i... Learn More