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Local vendor speaks on Lilac Festival's business boost for their business
Rochester, N.Y. Vendors at the Lilac Festival enjoyed a business boost for the next several days.
Ayotte wades into wraparound mental health services debate
After a New Hampshire House committee voted to kick the can down the road on whether to compel insurance companies to cover wraparound mental health services for children, Gov. Kelly Ayotte was “outraged.”
Antarctica sea ice collapse driven by triple whammy of climate chaos, scientists find
Antarctica is being ravaged by a triple-whammy of climate chaos that has melted sea ice to record lows, a new study has revealed. For decades, the frozen wilderness at the bottom of the world defied global ...
‘That’s a problem’: Councilor grills health commissioner over childcare workforce grant funding
Executive Councilor John Stephen pointedly questioned officials from the Department of Health and Human Services during this week’s meeting about why a childcare workforce grant program was not funded.
Ted Danson is 'doing some things differently' after a recent health scare
Don’t worry, Ted Danson is doing okay. But he did have a health scare that forced him to make some changes in his life.
Health in a Handbasket: Freezer meals
In this edition of Health in a Handbasket, we're getting some advice on what to look for in freezer meals.
Medicaid isn’t a line item — it’s the foundation of New Hampshire’s healthcare system
In New Hampshire, we are having an ongoing conversation about the cost of health care — what’s driving it, who pays, and what can be done to bring it under control. Those are important questions. But they are incomplete without another: What happens when access to coverage becomes less stable?
Prisma Health hosts 20th Dragon Boat Festival, raising thousands for cancer research
The Dragon Boat event mainly supports the Prisma Health Cancer Institute’s Center for Integrative Oncology and Survivorship program.
In letter, Hassan raises concerns about methadone clinic's business practices and substandard care
U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan this week accused a national chain of opioid addiction clinics with multiple locations in New Hampshire of improper business practices that undermine the quality of care in pursuit of profit.
$1 billion over 5 years: Director of NH’s new rural health program rolls out goals for federal funds
Donnalee Lozeau, director of GO-NORTH, said her philosophy in distributing the hundreds of millions of dollars the federal government is giving New Hampshire to spend on its struggling rural healthcare system will be about long-term investments, not short-term fixes.
Women over 50 outperform in business. Why are they still overlooked?
A double-whammy gender and age bias keeps some of the workforce’s most valuable members at a disadvantage.
George Eastman Museum hosts award winning documentary on disparities in health industry
Rochester, N.Y. The George Eastman hosted a screening of an award-winning documentary on Sunday, addressing the systematic disparities in the health industry.
Health officials renew tick warnings as warmer weather arrives
As we get into the warmer months, health officials are renewing warnings about ticks.
Rochester businesses dealing with higher seasonal energy bills: 'Chills you to the bone'
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Spring may have started, but winter's wrath seems to be lingering on for at least two businesses in the South Wedge.
Fed chair nominee on 2020 election winner: 'Keep politics out of monetary policy'
Federal Reserve chairman nominee Kevin Warsh said Tuesday when asked who won the 2020 presidential election, "Keep politics out of monetary policy."
Health in a Handbasket: Every Kid Healthy Week
We're kicking off Every Kid Healthy Week, dedicated to helping kids build healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Future Business Leaders of America conference unites students from across the state
Rochester, N.Y. — New York state's leadership conference took over the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center Thursday afternoon.The event br
Police officer injured in Rochester mental health detention
A 24-year-old man will be charged with second degree assault after a police officer was injured trying to detain him on Wednesday evening.
Traveling mental health exhibit brings message of hope to Nazareth University
Nazareth University is aiming to communicate hope through a powerful traveling exhibit.
Finger Lakes Deaf Health Fair to feature 30+ local healthcare and advocacy organizations
Rochester, N.Y. — The 6th Annual Finger Lakes Deaf Health Fair will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Monroe Community Hospital.The event offers a c
Healthy Baby Network to host 3rd Annual Black Maternal Health Walkathon
Greece, N.Y. — Healthy Baby Network will host its 3rd Annual Black Maternal Health Walkathon on Saturday at The Mall at Greece Ridge, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.The e
Trump administration admits a glaring error in its New York health fraud accusations
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration this week acknowledged it made a significant error in figures it used to help justify a fraud probe into
NHL Playoffs: What’s next for the Penguins?
The Pittsburgh Penguins completed a double whammy yesterday, not only did they clinch a playoff spot for the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs as a result of their victory, they also clinched second place in the Metropolitan Division courtesy of the Philadelphia Flyers loss. That makes for the best of days. What’s next for the Pens? […]
African American Health Symposium highlights support for those impacted by Alzheimer's
This year's theme: "It Takes a Village: Faith, Family and Community in Caregiving."
Coös County health center CEO says new rural health funds not enough to counteract Medicaid cuts
Edward Shanshala, CEO of Ammonoosuc Community Health Services, said when Congress passed its massive tax cuts and spending law last year, he and his colleagues made the difficult decision to shut down the organization’s clinic in Franconia in anticipation of the law’s impacts. Shanshala doesn’t think a new tranche of federal funding will be enough […]
VA Finger Lakes focuses on Whole Health
The VA Finger Lakes healthcare system is taking a new approach to care, which focuses not just on treating illness but healing the whole person.
Health in a Handbasket: Family Friendly Meals
After work and school, there's nothing better than a meal that's both delicious and nutritious.
Suffrage & Science Week to explore connections between women’s rights and science
Seneca Falls, N.Y. — The Women’s Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park are hosting Suffrage & Science Week.This program wi
Rising energy costs squeeze Rochester-area businesses, forcing tough decisions
Owners point to a combination of rising expenses, including utilities, insurance, taxes and the cost of goods as key drivers behind the financial pressure.
Carbon Emissions in a War-Torn World Threaten Brain Health
The combination of global warming and wars may deliver a double whammy to normal brain function.
New Rowhammer attacks give complete control of machines running Nvidia GPUs
Both GDDRHammer and GeForge hammer GPU memory in ways that compromise the CPU.
Rochester Regional Health announces change of leadership
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM)— Dr. Robert Mayo is retiring as Rochester Regional Health's chief medical officer.
Publicly, NH never joined Northeast Public Health Collaborative. Privately, it’s deeply involved.
When 10 Northeastern U.S. states came together in September to announce a new public health collaborative amid turmoil within federal health agencies, New Hampshire was the only state in the region not included. However, behind closed doors, New Hampshire was directly involved in the group from an early stage and continues to be involved today, internal emails obtained by the Bulletin reveal.
Political consultant begins live streaming NH Executive Council meetings on YouTube
The New Hampshire State House isn’t always known for being technologically savvy, but the Executive Council moved a step further into the digital age Wednesday with a meeting live stream.
Executive Council narrowly approves fifth rural health program contract
During a lengthy meeting Wednesday, the New Hampshire Executive Council approved the contract for the fifth “hub” in the state’s marquee rural health program.
Health in a Handbasket: Chips & Dip
Today we're putting a healthy spin on a snack we all know and love.
STEM vending machine installed at Rochester Academy of Science
A school in the city is serving up science in a unique way.
Rochester business leaders push for increased charter school funding
Dozens of organizations and individuals have signed a letter calling for “funding fairness” for Rochester-area charter schools.
High insurance costs are putting child care programs out of business — but bill proposes solution
Under state licensing rules, child care programs are required to have liability insurance or disclose to parents that they are uninsured. Having a liability policy protects high-risk businesses, but expensive and hard-to-find plans are hurting an industry already facing thin financial margins and availability issues.
Health Care Heroes honored in Rochester
The event recognized 39 organizations and individuals in the area who have made a difference in local health care.
Annual ice hockey tournament raises funds for free mental health care for first responders
Rochester, N.Y. — The third annual Guardian’s Cup took place at Tim Hortons Iceplex this weekend.This year's tournament featured 32 teams of first responders a
Woman convicted for stealing Victor business funds for personal use
An Ontario County jury convicted a woman of several charges for stealing money from a business for months.
Ayotte pitched tax credits for businesses with child care. Here’s how it’s going in the Legislature.
In her State of the State speech, New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte called the rising cost of child care a “downward pressure” on families. Her solution: giving businesses tax credits so they can create their own.
Rochester Museum of Science hosts National Engineers Week event
Rochester, N.Y. A day of adventure at the Rochester Museum and Science Center.
Democrats propose New Hampshire abortion and reproductive health shield law
A group of Democratic state lawmakers are attempting to enact an abortion shield law in New Hampshire in an effort to protect those seeking reproductive health care in the state from out-of-state restrictions.
Farm use of PFAS-laden sludge raises health concerns. But, some ask, where else can it go?
A resourceful solution to repurpose waste and nourish farmland, or a poisonous and permanent mistake? Depending on whom you ask, the practice of spreading treated sewage, or sludge, on New Hampshire farmland might be either.
Weeks Medical Center controversy puts North Country health care system under microscope
When North Country Healthcare formed in 2016 through the merger of four rural New Hampshire hospitals, it was viewed as a first-of-its-kind model. Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook, and Littleton Regional Healthcare in Littleton would all maintain independence and self-governance but combine administration, finance, […]
New business in Greece connects contractors with the community
Greece, N.Y. — A new co-working concept in Greece aims to better connect local contractors with the community.The Contractor Store has opened its doors on West
Social media broke political discourse. Civil service could repair it.
It should not come as a shock that American politics has become hostile, volatile, tribal, and polarized. These are all symptoms of overuse of technology that indulges and force-feeds our worst assumptions about each other.
Trump’s Choice to Be Alabama’s Next Senator Finds an Odd Political Target: the Modern Gas Can
ENTERPRISE, Ala.—U.S. Rep. Barry Moore, a longtime political figure in this rural Alabama community, has his priorities. Among them? A reform effort aimed at the modern gas can. A congressman since 2021, the Republican may be headed toward one of the most powerful positions in Yellowhammer State politics, a seat in the U.S. Senate, given […]
Who really pays for business tax cuts in New Hampshire?
Earlier this month, the New Hampshire House passed what looks like a tiny change: a 0.05 percentage point cut to the Business Enterprise Tax. But this small number masks big consequences.
Health in a Handbasket: Kitchen Confidence
Registered dietitian and nutritionist Elissa Strassman joins us for an open conversation about our kitchen stories.
Outlining objectives for Rochester’s business community
Rochester, N.Y. — The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual legislative breakfast.It brings together local lawmakers for a spirited dis
‘Business as usual’: NH officials urge child care providers to remain calm amid funding threats
New Hampshire child care providers are being urged not to panic by state officials and lawmakers as news spreads that the Trump administration froze federal child care subsidies in five Democrat-run states earlier this week.
Rapid relocation testing resilience of Marketplace Mall's displaced business owners
Many store owners once located inside the Marketplace Mall in Henreitta are settling into their new spaces on Friday.
Burglary suspects facing felony charges after robbing Mount Morris business
Two people are facing felony charges after a burglary in Livingston County on Dec. 23.
'Shower Networking Expo' coming for small business
A "business shower" is happening next week to help small businesses and entrepreneurs make some new connections for 2026.Rumella Cameron Caraballo and Rob Sweet
AI’s errors may be impossible to eliminate — what that means for its use in health care
In the past decade, AI’s success has led to uncurbed enthusiasm and bold claims – even though users frequently experience errors that AI makes.
Rochester Sports Garden marks 30th anniversary
The Rochester Sports Garden is celebrating its 30th anniversary as people head to its facilities to do some indoor sports.
The lasting harm of the politics of disconnection
Ours is a nation of small kindnesses and large cruelties.
Debate intensifies over Obamacare subsidies and health care costs
The ongoing debate in Congress over health care costs has intensified as Democrats push to extend pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies.
Bills seek to promote telemedicine and regulate AI in New Hampshire’s health insurance industry
A Nashua lawmaker has filed two bills related to New Hampshire’s health insurance industry: one would prohibit health insurers from using artificial intelligence to overrule doctors while the other would prevent insurers from reimbursing providers less money for equivalent services provided via telemedicine.
COGE report recommends New Hampshire split apart health department, embrace AI
It was one of Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s earliest priorities this year: A “Commission on Government Efficiency” that would review ways to reduce cost and waste in the New Hampshire government and whose acronym, COGE, bore a striking resemblance to DOGE, the controversial federal effort led by Elon Musk.
The federal government is blurring the lines between politics and medicine
As a family physician, I work every day to earn the trust of my patients. I see lines being blurred between politics and medicine and, despite the high trust the public has in their own physician, it is becoming harder to separate medical and scientific information from misinformation. I hear this concern from my patients, […]
Mental health needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can't be ignored
William Skipworth’s three-part investigation in the New Hampshire Bulletin has laid bare the ongoing traumas experienced by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The community’s response has been swift — shock, grief, and a collective demand for action to prevent future harm. As the dust settles, pressing questions are emerging about oversight and accountability: Which […]