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Monday, October 19, 2026SNHUG Invites the Community to Celebrate Ukesgiving: An Afternoon of Music, Gratitude and Giving
This November, the Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group (SNHUG) invites the community to celebrate the spirit of gratitude and generosity at Ukesgiving: A Celebration of Music, Gratitude & Giving, on Friday, November 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Roundabout Diner & Lounge, 580 US Highway 1 Bypass, Portsmouth, NH. More than a musical gathering, Ukesgiving is an opportunity to celebrate a year of friendship, community involvement, and making a difference—one song at a time. The informal, family-friendly event
Tuesday, October 13, 2026Dover, Rollinsford and South Berwick Lions Make a Difference
The Dover, Rollinsford and South Berwick (DRSB) Lions Club has been busy serving the community this October, focusing on two important initiatives: protecting children’s vision and reducing plastic waste through recycling. Both programs demonstrate how local volunteers can make a lasting difference in the health of our children and the well-being of our environment.Helping Children See a Brighter FutureIn just four days, DRSB Lions Club members screened 1,187 children at four area elementary schools,
Sunday, October 11, 2026Support the Dover Holiday Parade with Pizza and Trivia at OTTO on November 10
Daylong fundraiser includes 10% of all sales donated to the parade and an evening of trivia The Dover Holiday Parade is teaming up with OTTO Pizza in Dover for a community fundraiser on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, featuring great food, trivia, and an opportunity to support one of the city's favorite holiday traditions. Throughout the day, OTTO Pizza will donate 10% of all sales, including dine-in and takeout orders, to support the 2026 Dover Holiday Parade. The festivities will continue that evening
Sunday, October 11, 2026Dover Holiday Parade Announces New Sponsors
The Dover Holiday Parade welcomes new sponsors. Brady Sullivan Properties and Fidium have joined as Platinum Sponsors alongside Dover Honda, while Hanlon Zubkus has signed on as a Silver Sponsor. The new commitments add to an existing roster of Silver Sponsors, including Cinco's Cantina, Raiche & Company, BBCRD, Dover Main Street, Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce, Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Martel Plumbing & Heating, Jewelry Creations, Noggin Factory, and Shaheen & Gordon. The 2026 Dover Holiday
Thursday, October 08, 2026And Then There Were None
‘And Then There Were None’ Agatha Christie brings murder and suspense from the 1930s to the Players Ring PORTSMOUTH – Just in time for the spooky season, “And Then There Were None,” written by Agatha Christie and directed by Ben Bagley, will be on stage at the Players Ring from October 23 through November 15. Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island mansion—each drawn there for reasons that don’t quite add up. None of them knows their elusive host, and yet… it soon becomes clear that someone
Wednesday, September 30, 2026Cinco's Announces October Fiesta Fundraisers
Cinco’s Cantina continues its commitment to giving back to the community with several Fiesta Fundraiser nights scheduled throughout October. Through the Fiesta Fundraiser program, 20% of sales from each designated fundraiser night is donated to the participating organization or group. Community members can support these local causes simply by dining at Cinco’s on the designated dates.October 6 Meals on Wheels The month begins with a fundraiser benefiting Meals on Wheels, supporting its mission to
Tuesday, September 22, 2026Cinco’s Cantina Celebrates $100,000 in Community Giving
Milestone celebration includes City of Dover proclamation and $1,300 raised for Meals on Wheels Cinco’s Cantina recently celebrated a major community milestone: more than $100,000 donated to local schools, nonprofits, and youth and civic organizations across Dover, Rochester, and Epping. Cinco’s has reached the milestone through sponsorships, in-kind giving, and its popular Fiesta Fundraiser program, which donates 20 percent of event sales directly to participating organizations. To celebrate, Cinco’s
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
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 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
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
