Tourism Funding is in Jeopardy (NH Travel Council)

April 21, 2011 As you have probably heard, the NH legislature is in the midst of a very tough and contentious budget process with all state spending being targeted for cuts.  The House passed a budget that cuts almost $1.7 million over two years in funding for the Division of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD) – these cuts will have a direct impact on your business with fewer visitors to the state.  With the price of gas rising rapidly across the country New Hampshire will need to promote aggressively if we hope to retain our base of visitors and to remain competitive with other New England States. With that in mind I am asking you to take a moment today to contact all the legislators on the Senate Finance Committee and urge them to fully fund Travel & Tourism.  The Finance Committee will be working on the Travel & Tourism budget on Monday April 25th and they need to hear from you before that work session!

Big Winner Announced for Lakes Region Tourism Association’s 4th annual $10,000 Sweepstakes by the Lake Event

presented by T-Bones & Cactus Jack’s
On Friday, April 1st, 2011 from 6:30-11:00pm the Lakes Region Tourism Association held it’s 4th annual Sweepstakes by the Lake fundraiser at Church Landing in Meredith.

“This year’s baseball theme was great fun and we received some wonderful feedback. Hannah Davis sang the National Anthem and Gail Batstone, General Manager of the Inns and Spa at Mill Falls, and her sales team threw out the ceremonial first pitch. ” said Amy Landers, Executive Director of the Lakes Region Association. “I love to watch the excitement build as we get down to the final few numbers. The energy in the room is just fantastic and it’s all to raise funds for such an integral part of our local economy.”

NPC announces new Account Representative for NH Lakes Region.

NPC & the Lakes Region Association would like to introduce Jeff Bartlett as the Account Executive dedicated to the members of the association. Jeff comes to NPC with 8 years experience at the management level in the electronic payments industry. As an industry expert Jeff is available to provide you with a free personalized consultation on your business’ payment processing needs. He will review your current pricing and transaction security procedures and offer time, money saving and peace of mind solutions. Jeff can be reached at 603-319-7188 or via email at jbartlett@npc.net

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Announces New Hampshire Day 2011

Saturday, May 1, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (last admission at 3:30 p.m.)

Holderness, N.H. — Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is holding its annual “New Hampshire Day” when state residents are invited to get “Nearer to Nature” at a deeply discounted admission fee.

Owl’s Nest Golf Resort News

Owl’s Nest Resort & Golf Club has announced that it is opening this Friday, April 22 for the 2011 golfing season. So dust off your clubs and tune up your swing because it’s time to play some golf!

NH Commercial Opportunities Update – April 2011

Our Next How to Buy or Sell a Business Seminar is Coming Up Soon
For Business Owners and Potential Buyers. Become familiar with the process of business ownership transfers. Learn how businesses are analyzed, valued, & marketed. Learn how transactions are negotiated & financed. Presented by New Hampshire Business Sales, Inc. & Wiggin & Nourie, PA. Seminar will be held Thursday, May 5 at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel, 250 Market St, Portsmouth, NH from 5:30-7:30PM. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. There is no charge to attend, but advance reservations are required. To register, or for more information, call 603-279-5561 or e-mail at nhbs@nhbizsales.com.

Fast, Fun and Exciting; the World’s First ‘Green’ Motorcycle Will Race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

LOUDON, N.H. (April 18, 2011) – At speeds of up to 173 mph, the next generation in motorcycles will soon arrive at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, during the 88th running of the Loudon Classic on Saturday, June 18.