Economic Development

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The New England Coffee Festival Celebrates Laconia, Coffee, and the Great Outdoors for its Second Year
After a fun and enriching first year that was estimated to have attracted 5,000 attendees and visitors, the New England Coffee Festival (NECF) will be... Learn More
Kelly Bryer
Stepping Up the Granite #3:
Catching Up with Kelly Bryer of Granite State Ambassadors
Stepping Up the Granite examines the intersection of tourism, community development, and quality of life through interviews with New Hampshire people ... Learn More
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Research from UNH Extension Offers Insights for Building the Northeast’s Preservation and Restoration Trades Workforce
In New Hampshire and beyond, a growing number of older homes and community landmarks are in dire need of maintenance and repair or rehabilitation. In ... Learn More
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What is New Hampshire’s Blue Economy? 
Industry, UNH research and partnerships drive blue economy growth
New Hampshire’s blue economy is ever evolving, with new investments, research and businesses creating jobs and helping solve the challenges of both to... Learn More
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National Report Released on Workforce and Economic Challenges and Opportunities Facing Rural Places
With Support from the US Department of Agriculture, the nation’s four Regional Rural Development Centers released a new report that highlights challen... Learn More
Molly Donovan, State Specialist
Molly Donovan to serve as Director of Economic Development for the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority
It is with a deep sense of gratitude that share with our community development partners that Molly Donovan will be departing UNH Extension to take on ... Learn More
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Connecting Local Food Producers to Local Buyers
This event was an opportunity for farmers who are looking to sell their products to meet local food buyers, and for food businesses seeking local prod... Learn More
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Cooperative Extension Welcomes Nate Bernitz to the Community and Economic Development Team
UNH Cooperative Extension is pleased to welcome Nate Bernitz to the Community and Economic Development (CED) team. On January 9th, Nate started his ro... Learn More
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UNH President's Embrace NH Tour Stops in Rochester, Franklin, and Laconia
The UNH President’s Embrace NH Tour included a stop in Franklin to feature the positive impacts of engaging the community. In 2015, Extension CED bega... Learn More
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UNH Extension Seeks a Field Specialist in Community and Economic Development
This position is based at Extension's Sullivan County office in Newport, N.H.
The Sullivan County Community and Economic Development field specialist, based in Newport, New Hampshire, will provide educational outreach, technical... Learn More