BUSINESS QUARTERLY: Andy Peterson – Strong spring real estate market is on tap

As the fresh mountain air descends and combines with spring’s warming breath, the rivers rush and flow up on their banks. We shed layers of sweaters and jackets, and a welcome regreening signals the seasons to come. In a spirit of gratitude for the opportunity to live in this beautiful place, I offer these observations about our local economy and a real estate market outlook for the coming year.

BUSINESS QUARTERLY: Zoning change provides opportunity for Antrim project

By JESSECA TIMMONS

A recent zoning change in Antrim could enable construction of a new mixed-tier housing development near the Antrim Post Office.

Great Decisions program in Peterborough focuses on India

The Mariposa Museum, 26 Main St., Peterborough, will host a Great Decisions program Thursday, May 1, at 7 p.m. on "India: Between China, the West, and the Global South."

Peterborough Town Library schedules activities for school vacation

The Peterborough Town Library at 2 Concord St. will host two free all-ages programs during ConVal’s school vacation week.

Insurance bill in Legislature causes concern among local officials

By DAVID ALLEN

The prospect of New Hampshire Senate Bill 297 becoming law has prompted worry among local town officials who have expressed concern over how to continue health insurance coverage for town employees beyond June 30. 

PHOTOS: Earth Day education at Cathedral of the Pines in Rindge

Cathedral of the Pines in Rindge hosted an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, featuring speakers on water contamination, the effects of a warming climate on New Hampshire’s tree population and invasive species. The event also included booths on various environmental topics.

Large crowd gathers for immigration conversation in Peterborough

By BILL FONDA

Members of the crowd laughed when Ciarán Nagle said “I stand here in front of you as the immigrant.”

Antrim Scholarship Committee accepting applications

The Antrim Scholarship Committee is accepting applications for the 2025 academic year from Antrim students pursuing education beyond high school, as well as residents currently enrolled in college or professional development programs.

Monadnock Hunger Walk set for May 3

The 2025 Monadnock Hunger Walk will take place Saturday, May 3, beginning at Advent Lutheran Church, 137 Route 202, Rindge.

David Godine to share stories at Jaffrey Civic Center

The Jaffrey Civic Center will host publisher David Godine on Friday, May 2 at 5 p.m. as part of its “Stories to Share” series. The event will take place at the Civic Center, 40 Main St., Jaffrey.

Greenfield residents invited to join police study

The Greenfield Select Board is seeking residents to serve on the Police Regionalization Study Committee, approved at Town Meeting.

Ingalls Memorial Library in Rindge presents reptile program

Rainforest Reptile Shows will bring its interactive “Reptiles Rock!” program to the Rindge Meeting House, 6 Payson Hill Road, on Tuesday, April 29 at 3:30 p.m.

Clean Simple Foods of Peterborough named state’s Small Business Manufacturer of the Year

By DAVID ALLEN

A local firm has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Manufacturer of the Year for New Hampshire.

The Greenfield Beat: Jesseca Timmons – Spring at Greenfield’s Stonegate Farm

For nearly 30 years, local gardeners have found their way to Stonegate Farm on Driscoll Road in Greenfield for locally grown and nurtured perennials. 

Antrim Fire Department hosting blood drive

Antrim Fire & Ambulance will host its annual spring blood drive on Monday, April 28, from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Antrim Central Fire Station, 82 Clinton Road.

U.S. Rep. Maggie Goodlander discusses Medicaid and Medicare cuts with Monadnock Community Hospital officials

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Recent proposed cuts to federal health care spending, including to Medicaid and Medicare, could potentially impact the services provided by Monadnock Community Hospital, according to hospital leadership. 

Hot Wings First TECH Challenge team gives presentation at Jaffrey library

By ASHLEY SAARI

A small robot makes its way through a cleared space in the children’s section of the Jaffrey Public Library, filled with scattered blocks.

Bixby Library in Francestown takes new approach to museum passes

By JESSECA TIMMONS

Francestown’s George Holmes Bixby Library has launched a new way to get town residents out exploring cultural destinations around New England.

Russ Boland saying farewell as Lyndeborough town administrator

By DAVID ALLEN

Soon, Russ Boland’s evenings will not involve parsing details at Select Board meetings; at least not officially.

PHOTOS: Easter Bunny visits Greenville

After a delay last week due to weather, children got to meet the Easter Bunny on the Greenville Town Hall lawn on Saturday. Despite the rescheduling, about 50 children attended the event.