Using a model that’s been called “transformative” for the energy market, the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire announced this week its initial electricity rate will be 15.8 cents per kilowatt-hour, representing a 20 to 40 percent savings compared to the state’s utility companies.
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National Unemployment Rate Lowest Since 1969
The national unemployment rate dropped from 3.5 percent in December to 3.4 percent in January, the lowest recorded unemployment rate since 1969.
US Sees Economic Growth in Fourth Quarter
A Department of Commerce statement, released on Thursday, January 26, reported fourth quarter and year-end preliminary findings on the US economy.
Another Big Year for Sports Betting in New Hampshire as New Competition Looms
Sports betting has been a strong revenue source for New Hampshire since it became legal 3 years ago, and for the third-straight year, the state broke records in terms of player count, wager amounts, and revenue.
State Unemployment Remains Well Below National Average
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report Tuesday, January 24 with preliminary unemployment and jobs data from December.
Bill Would Allow New Hampshire Cities and Towns To Pass Rent Controls
New Hampshire cities and towns would be allowed to set their own rent controls on large developments – including limitations on how quickly rents could rise – under a bill proposed in the House this year.
Smokers, Diners, Businesses, and Homebuyers Will Pay for Much of State Budget
While lawmakers have filed over 800 bills addressing big issues such as abortion, education reform, climate change, and parental rights, their top priority will be passing a budget by July.
National Unemployment Drops As Jobs Increase
In December, the national unemployment rate dropped to 3.5 percent, down 0.1 percent from the previous month.
Diversity of US Workplaces Is Growing in Terms of Race, Ethnicity and Age – Forcing More Employers To Be Flexible
Increased immigration, longer life expectancy and a decline in birth rates are transforming the U.S. workforce in two important ways.
Congress Rolls Out $1.7 Trillion Spending Deal in Race to Friday Deadline
Congress unveiled a $1.7 trillion spending package early Tuesday that would fund the federal government for the rest of the fiscal year, completing the annual process that began this spring when President Joe Biden sent lawmakers his budget request.