AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHousing Affordability: A Laconia resident says New Hampshire rents don’t pencil out at any level, arguing small landlords often charge near-corporate rates and even “less desirable” units still require roughly $78,000–$88,000 salaries. Local Finance & Housing Access: Meredith Village Savings Bank VP Lauren Young completed the 2025–26 New Hampshire Housing Homeownership Fellows program, focused on policy and affordability. Bank Leadership: Franklin Savings Bank named Joe Todisco its chief retail and customer experience officer. Energy Costs: Starting Aug. 1, Granite Staters could see about a $15 monthly bump as energy supply rates rise, with utilities pointing to market forces tied to the Iran war and winter conditions. Food Safety: A cyclosporiasis-linked iceberg lettuce recall continues to affect products sold in 27 states, including New Hampshire; experts say most store lettuce isn’t part of the recall—check labels and “best if used by” dates. Child Welfare Oversight: Sen. Victoria Sullivan called for removing HHS Commissioner Lori Weaver and Division for Children, Youth and Families director Marie Noonan amid continued turmoil at the Sununu Youth Services Center. Community & Outdoors: Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is inviting the public to a month-long BioBlitz in August using iNaturalist. Business/Community Events: Alton’s Old Home Day parade returns Aug. 8 with a “250 Years Strong” theme.
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