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Tuesday, June 09, 2026Mainstage Season 2026-27
Players Ring Theatre announces its Mainstage Season 2026-27 PORTSMOUTH – Searching for entertaining, moving thought-provoking stories of time travel, suspense, humanity, hope and love? The Players Ring announces its Mainstage Season for 2026-27, promising to deliver all of this and more, now in its 35thyear. (See sidebar) The Players Ring is a historic and uniquely intimate 75-seat venue at 105 Marcy Street, right at the edge of beautiful Prescott Park. Donors were invited to an exclusive
Wednesday, June 03, 2026Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club Awards Scholarship to Marshwood High School Senior Charlotte Smith
The Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club is pleased to announce that graduating Marshwood High School senior Charlotte Smith has been selected as the recipient of the club's 2026 scholarship award.Now in its second year, the Lions Club scholarship program is open to graduating seniors residing in Dover, Rollinsford, or South Berwick. Club members were encouraged by the strong response received this year and hope to see even more applications in the future."The quality of the applications was
Wednesday, June 03, 2026Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club to Serve their Famous Breakfast Sandwiches at South Berwick Strawberry Festival
The Dover, Rollinsford & South Berwick Lions Club is excited to once again participate in the annual South Berwick Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 27, serving up its popular breakfast sandwiches while helping make one of the community's most beloved traditions a success.Festival attendees are encouraged to start their day with one of the Lions Club's famous breakfast sandwiches before enjoying a full day of festivities, entertainment, local vendors, and, of course, delicious strawberry treats.The
Sunday, May 31, 2026Loyalty Member Happy Hour at Cinco's!
June just got a little more delicious! Cinco's Cantina loyalty members are invited to enjoy ½-price margaritas and ½-price appetizers Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for the entire month of June 2026. Whether you’re winding down after work, meeting friends, or treating yourself to an afternoon break, there’s no better time to stop by and savor your favorites for less. Not a Cinco’s Rewards member yet? Sign up HERE!
Friday, May 29, 2026Dover, Rollinsford and South Berwick Lions Club Presents Berwick Academy Scholarship Award to Leila Beakes
The Dover, Rollinsford, and South Berwick Lions Club was honored to present its first-Berwick Academy Scholarship Award during the Senior Awards Ceremony on May 29. Representing the club and presenting the awards were members of the Lions Club Scholarship Committee John Symington and June Pinkham.“We were pleased with the response we had and hope that we receive even more applications in future years,” said John Symington. “The packages received were all very good and independently reviewed by our
Thursday, May 28, 2026New England Ukulele Festival Raises over $20K to Benefit Hospitalized Children
Three of New England’s premier ukulele ensembles—The A&W Players, The Unlikely Strummers, and Dover Chamber Member, The Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group—joined forces to host the Second Annual New England Ukulele Festival on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the American Legion Post 440 in Newton, Massachusetts.The event drew a crowd of more than 350 enthusiastic attendees and raised funds in support of the Ukulele Kids Club (UKC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes healing through music by donating
Tuesday, May 26, 2026?Dover Farmers’ Market Temporary Relocation!
Dover Farmers’ Market Temporary Relocation! Due to ongoing construction, the Dover Farmers’ Market will temporarily relocate to Lower Henry Law Park for the start of the season [Lee, New Hampshire, May 2026] –Seacoast Eat Local’s Dover Farmers’ Market will temporarily relocate to Lower Henry Law Park for the start of the 2026 market season due to ongoing construction at Nebi Park. While the location is changing temporarily, shoppers can expect the same vendors, same market, and same community they
Friday, May 22, 2026Cinco's Cantina Raises $3,000 for Local Family
Cinco's Cantina recently held a special Fiesta Fundraiser at its Rochester location for beloved team member Sherry Libby as she steps away from the restaurant to support her daughter through a life-saving transplant journey. The event was an overwhelming success and was one of the most widely supported and community-promoted fundraising events the restaurant has hosted to date. Thanks to an incredible turnout and generous support from guests, the fundraiser initially raised $2,031.12 through event sales
Monday, May 18, 2026Emma
May 14, 1926 ‘Emma’ at the Players Ring A fast-paced comedy of vanity, flirtation and social missteps PORTSMOUTH – “Emma,” a sparkling and mischievous reimagining of Jane Austen’s beloved classic, will be on stage at the Players Ring May 29 through June 21. Written by Kate Hamill and directed by Ro Gavin, the audience will see Emma Woodhouse as clever, charming, and perhaps a little too confident in her matchmaking abilities. Determined to orchestrate the romantic lives of everyone around
Sunday, May 17, 2026Dover Holiday Parade Announces 2026 Theme
The Dover Holiday Parade Committee is excited to officially announce the theme for the 2026 Dover Holiday Parade: “Yule Be Sorry – Holiday Mishaps and Bad Decisions Tinged with Regret.” Chosen through public submissions and community engagement, this year’s theme was submitted by Melissa Davis and brings a fun, humorous spin to the holiday season— tangled lights, burnt dinners, awkward family moments, and last-minute shopping chaos. Parade participants are encouraged to have fun with the theme and get
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Sunday, May 17, 2026Cinco’s Cantina Reopens Dover Location Following Refresh
Cinco’s Cantina recently reopened its Dover location following a brief closure for interior updates and improvements. The refreshed space features new paint, updated furniture, and a brighter, more inviting atmosphere designed to enhance the overall guest experience. For more than a decade, Cinco’s has proudly served the community, becoming a go-to spot for great food, drinks, and connection. While the look has been elevated, guests can expect the same menu favorites, signature margaritas, and lively
Wednesday, April 08, 2026Recession-Ready: A Practical Playbook for Greater Dover Small Business Owners
Recession-proofing a small business means building financial stability, deepening customer relationships, and locking in credit access before economic conditions deteriorate — not after. For small businesses in Manchester-Nashua, New Hampshire's tax-advantaged environment provides a real structural head start, but that advantage only compounds if you're putting it to work now. Here's where to focus.Why Cash Flow Beats Profit as Your Early-Warning System A profitable business can still fail if cash isn't
Thursday, March 19, 2026Loyal Lab Electric & Generators Partners with Pope Memorial Humane Society to Launch The Rusty Fund
SOMERSWORTH, NH — Loyal Lab Electric & Generators, a licensed electrical contracting company serving Dover, Portsmouth, and the NH Seacoast, has launched The Rusty Fund, a charitable initiative that donates a portion of every completed job to Pope Memorial Humane Society in Dover, NH. The fund donates $10 from every completed job and $100 from every generator installation directly to Pope Memorial Humane Society, one of the most established animal shelters in the Seacoast region. The Rusty Fund is named
Tuesday, March 17, 2026Starting Strong in Greater Dover: The Investments That Keep New Businesses Open Past Year Five
The investments that determine a new business's survival aren't usually in its product — they're in financial foundation, advisors, and systems. Just half of all small businesses survive past year five, and just 34.4% last a decade, with cash flow problems and lack of capital consistently at the top of the failure list. In the Manchester-Nashua corridor — where healthcare, technology, and services companies compete alongside established manufacturers — the fundamentals matter as much as the market
Monday, March 16, 2026Be the “First-To-Climb” Our Luckey Climber
Get tickets now for this "First-to-Climb Party" Raffle Fundraiser, happening now through Friday, August 28, 2026 at noon! You could win a chance to win a private two-hour Museum rental for your group to be the first to experience the Climber in the Fall of 2026 (date TBD). Includes Museum admission for up to 60 people, a special craft, party favors, and Museum staff to help facilitate your event. (Value: $1,000) Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50 with all proceeds going towards the purchase of the
Monday, March 09, 2026The Real Math Behind Hiring a Consultant for Your Dover-Area Business
Hiring a consultant gives your business access to deep expertise — in IT, accounting, marketing, or operations — without committing to the full cost of a permanent hire. For many business owners in the Greater Dover area, that trade-off is more favorable than it first appears. The U.S. management consulting industry reached $407 billion in 2025, and most of that demand comes not from Fortune 500 firms but from small and mid-size businesses solving specific, time-limited problems.What Consultants Actually
Friday, March 06, 2026How Dover Area Businesses Can Identify and Strengthen Operational and Financial Weak Points
For members of the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, running a successful business often means balancing growth with constant operational pressure. Even well-managed companies develop blind spots over time: inefficient workflows, outdated reporting habits, or rising costs that slowly erode profitability. The good news is that most weak points reveal themselves when leaders take a structured look at how work flows and how money moves through the organization. In brief: Small inefficiencies often signal
Thursday, February 19, 2026Colliers Announces Retirement of Principal and Shareholder David Choate After 35-Year Career
Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, respectfully announces that David F. Choate, III, Executive Vice President, Principal, and Shareholder, has decided to begin winding down his distinguished 35-year career with the firm. Bob Rohrer, Managing Director of Colliers in New Hampshire, said, “Over more than three decades with Colliers, David has played a meaningful role in the growth of the firm and in shaping the commercial real estate landscape throughout New Hampshire’s Seacoast
Wednesday, January 28, 2026News Release: Colliers Promotes Abby Bachman to Vice President and Shareholder, Expanding Leadership in Seacoast NH
Portsmouth, NH – Colliers, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is pleased to announce that Abby Bachman has been promoted to Vice President and Shareholder in New Hampshire, recognizing her continued leadership, performance, and growing impact across the Seacoast market. Bachman was appointed Managing Broker of Colliers’ Portsmouth office in 2025 and has since continued to lead and develop the Seacoast brokerage team while strengthening Colliers’ presence in one of New Hampshire’s most
Friday, January 23, 2026Smarter Market Research: A Practical Path for Dover-Area Businesses
For many local businesses in the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, market research is less about massive datasets and more about staying attuned to shifting customer needs, seasonal patterns, and competitive movements. As those pressures grow, the challenge becomes learning how to scale research without losing the clarity that originally fueled your business decisions. Learn below about: Simple ways to expand your research capacity, spot changes sooner, and keep your team aligned as insights
Wednesday, August 06, 2025The No-Budget Guide to Looking Sharp on Social Media
It’s easy to feel outclassed on social media when you’re running a small business. Every other scroll seems to bring up polished graphics, professional-grade videos, and viral campaigns backed by big budgets. But being professional online doesn’t require a marketing team or a studio setup—it just takes consistency, clarity, and a strong understanding of what your audience actually wants. With a bit of intention and the right approach, even the smallest operation can craft a digital presence that looks
Thursday, December 05, 2024Urgent Compliance Required: FinCEN BOI Filing for Dover, NH Due by 01/01/2025
The Corporate Transparency Act mandates U.S. companies to reveal their true owners to combat financial crimes, with Beneficial Ownership Information detailing these individuals. As of today, 12/04/2024, Dover, NH business owners have 27 calendar days(or 20 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN—don’t wait, or you could face fines of $500 per day! 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as
Thursday, November 14, 2024Designing Success Steps for Expanding Your Business
Starting and growing a business is a dynamic process that demands strategic foresight and adaptability. Entrepreneurs must equip themselves with the right tools and insights to thrive in a competitive landscape. By embracing technology, understanding market trends, and fostering customer relationships, businesses can position themselves for sustainable growth. Each decision, from choosing the right platforms to engaging with audiences, plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the
Wednesday, October 02, 2024Ignite Your Alternative Wellness Practice with Proven These Strategies
Imagine waking up every morning knowing that you’re about to make a tangible difference in people’s lives through holistic healing and well-being. The journey to establishing your own alternative wellness practice is not just about following a passion—it’s about creating a thriving business that promotes harmony and health. This path is filled with opportunities and challenges, requiring strategic planning and execution. In this article, we delve into the essential steps and strategies you’ll need to lay
