COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Largest MHT cargo delivery ever brings VA hospital gowns to New Hampshire
The State of New Hampshire purchased the entire shipment of PPE, and will be reimbursed for the gowns delivered to the VA. READ MORE
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Government
Assistant Safety Commissioner Plummer announces resignation after 34 years in public safety
“From leading the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to taking a lead role in responding to COVID19, Perry has been at my side since my first day in office and New Hampshire could not have had a better public servant.” – Gov. Chris Sununu READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Stay at Home Order 2.0 allows more hospital procedures, outdoor dining, golf, salons, camping — with restrictions
Governor Chris Sununu on Friday announced he is implementing a new, modified Stay-at-Home Order. Stay at Home 2.0 is in effect until May 31. The state is taking steps to reopen the economy in a ‘smart, phased approach’ that is supported by facts, science and data. READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Special delivery from China: Shipment of precious PPE cargo arrives in Manchester
Gov. Chris Sununu, Veterans Affairs (VA) Deputy Secretary Pam Powers, Dean Kamen, and members of New Hampshire’s congressional delegation greeted a plane FedEx cargo plane carrying over 110,000 pounds of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the tarmac of Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Thursday — the largest shipment delivered for New Hampshire to date. READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
GOFERR: State Emergency Relief & Recovery director announces new staff, website
The new government website is a clearinghouse for updates on how NH is managing relief and recovery funding through the CARES Act. READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Kamen to the rescue: 45 tons of PPE on its way from China to New Hampshire
New Hampshire businessman and inventor Dean Kamen helped make a critical delivery of PPE a reality for New Hampshire. READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Sununu urges action from Treasury chief to get CARES Act funds moving
Sununu says New Hamphire’s ability to do so has been hindered by the Treasury Department’s “lack of guidance,” and warns of “serious consequences” for New Hampshire residents if Mnuchin fails to act quickly. READ MORE
Business
NH boosts unemployment benefits, federal government to pay
Following the critical efforts and guidance of the New Hampshire Department of Employment Security, Governor Chris Sununu signed the Relief for Workers Affected by Coronavirus [CARES] Act agreement which provides New Hampshire with 100 percent funding from the U.S. Department of Labor to support benefit payments to people receiving unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE
COVID-19 in NH: Latest news and updates
Sununu issues ‘Emergency Order 17’ for ‘non-essential business’ closures during COVID-19 crisis
CONCORD NH — Governor Chris Sununu on Thursday released Emergency Order #17, mandating the closure of all non-essential businesses and requiring Granite Staters to stay at home. A copy of Emergency Order #17 is posted READ MORE
Business
Governor issues 3 emergency orders to protect residents from eviction, utility shut off and lost wages
“We are taking steps to help Granite Staters, ensuring they have the support and services for themselves, their families, and their businesses throughout this crisis,” Gov. Sununu said. READ MORE
