Retreat for Thanksgiving at Wild Orchard

Wild Orchard Guest Farm provides a local retreat just minutes from the seacoast. Join them for dinner and get a taste of the countryside this Thanksgiving.

Tin Mountain Renewable Energy Initiative: Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Local professionals and community members come together to make solar energy a viable option for any homeowner.

OPINION: Increase in Global Emissions Ought to Serve as Green Clarion Call

Last week's Department of Energy release showing a staggering jump in world CO2 levels underscores the importance of local action.

Jewett Defies Recession, Triples Size of Space With Move to Dover

It took nearly a dozen trips and one grueling week, but Jewett Farms & Co. -- an outfit specializing in sustainable custom cabinetry -- has finally landed in Dover.

A Field of Flags

A field of flags, 6,295 flags, one for every service man and woman whose life was lost in Afghanistan and Iraq.

The Paperless Approach

Every type of business can find ways to be greener.

"A Grateful Nation"...American Independence Museum Program November 12, 2011

Help yourself to a slice of Thanksgiving history and attend American Independence Museum "A Grateful Nation" program on Saturday November 12th.

In Stormy Economy, Socially Responsible Investments a Welcome Safe Haven

A lesser known – and lesser covered – investing phenomenon is beginning to resonate above the market turmoil: The relative success of socially responsible investing.

Recycled Clothing Business Opens in Seacoast

Made from recycled plastic, Earthtec's apparel returns to downtown Portsmouth in a big way.

Middleton Building Supply a Beacon for "Buy Local" Ethos

Between its community support, competitive pricing and an increasingly green inventory, Middleton Building Supply -- family owned since 1962 -- continues to buck against the big box store trend.

This Exeter Life: Built to Last

Exeter's brand of architectural history and character doesn't exist everywhere.

Creative Visions: Looking Beyond the Bottom Line with Visions Kitchens

They’re not superheroes, and they might never trend on Twitter. But the guys from Portsmouth-based Visions Kitchens are far from ordinary.

The Exeter Life: The Daily Symphony

The sounds of life in Exeter ring in my ears. Even when I'm not here.

Support the Ayotte-Brown Fisheries Legislation

Commercial fishing in NH is in trouble because of onerous regulations and restricted catch allocations. Senator Kelly Ayotte and Senator Scott Brown have filed a great bill to fix the problems.

Children's Museum of NH Launches Alzheimer's Café

The Children’s Museum has prides itself on being a place where memories are made. Now, they’re doing their part to help those struggling with Alzheimer’s hold onto them longer.

Green Builder Brings Work Home – Literally

When builder Peter Robie decided to build a new, energy efficient house on his family’s rolling North Hampton property, he didn’t have to stray far for inspiration.

Isles of Shoals’ Thomas Laighton Receives First Biodiesel Fillup

Starting last week, "green" became a philosophy that the Isles of Shoals Steamship Company was determined to run on -- literally.

What’s on Your Body's Mind?

We all want to make long lasting changes, improve our daily habits and embrace a more vibrant way of living. Learn how to transform yourself from the inside out.

Pining for Beauty in Wine Storage Options

New Hampshire-based Green Cabinetworks uses pine, a local renewable resource, to create beautiful wine storage products.

Butternut Apple Soup: The Perfect Recipe for Fall

A fall harvest recipe.

Quark Festival to Double As (Temporary) Farewell To Brookford Farm

Join the folks at Brookford Farm, along with thousands of local community members, for next weekend's Second Annual Quark Festival in Rollinsford.

New Solar Tech Compels Somersworth Residents to "Keep Up With The Joneses”

It’s not often that peer pressure is thought of in positive terms. But that’s exactly what helped put matching alternative energy systems on two neighboring Somersworth homes.

This Exeter Life: Something Bigger

Being a member of the Seacoast community means you have gundalows in your past.

Gentiques' Fall Bazaar to Fundraise For Homeless

Enjoy some autumnal delights on Route 1 in Kittery at Gentique's Fall Bazaar and support a worthy cause.

Smart Meters Make Smarter Consumers

The new smart meters being installed by CMP all over Maine will allow people to take greater responsibility for their energy consumption -- and save money.

New ReStore a Testament to Green Growth

After three years of steady growth, Habitat for Humanity's local ReStore is poised to set up shop in the massive former home of Roller Skate Newington.

Chili and Candidates for President

A great day for political junkies in Stratham.

With New Solar Array, Revolution “Education” Comes Full Circle

Read how one of the Seacoast's foremost alternative energy companies continues to stake their claim on helping educational institutions go green -- and save green.

This Exeter Life: Who's Your Farmer?

A decreasing number of farmers produce food for Americans. We're lucky to have so many of them right here on the Seacoast. Who grows your food?

EcoMovement’s Home Compost Pickup Changes the Game

Taking out the trash is an old -- though not particularly enjoyable -- ritual. But EcoMovement aims to turn a traditionally maligned task into one about which you can feel good – and green.

Buck Up, Barack

Here's what Obama has to do if he wants to turn the latest fight with the GOP into an opportunity to show bold leadership.

Exeter's ReVision Sees Hope in Solar Water Program

How New Hampshire has been a victim of its own success.

Fall Festival Vendors Needed

Wanted for next month's Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival: food/craft vendors and competitors for the chili cook-off and apple pie baking contest!

Zev Yoga Opens in Exeter

Zev Yoga Studios has a new location in dowtown Exeter, and all classes are free during the entire month of September.

A 'Divine' Loss

A resident reflects on the closing of the Divine Cafe.

Seacoast Volkswagen To Tout Green Push with GA Party, Passat Rollout

On August 26th, local green forces unite as Seacoast Volkswagen -- one of the country's greenest car dealerships -- joints forces with Green Alliance for a summer BBQ.

Local Biking Advocate Weighs In On Bridge Closure

Josh Pierce, President of Seacoast Area Bike Routes and Manager at Papa Wheelies, sees challenges and opportunities in equal measure in the wake of last month's closure of Memorial Bridge

Acorn Organic Salon Arrives in Exeter

Acorn Organic Salon's hairstyling prowess is known well in Dover. Now, it's available right in downtown Exeter.

Woof! Local Pet Adoption Campaign Underway

Love Is... Adoption Campaign and finding more homes for amazing cats and dogs. Read how you can help the New Hampshire SPCA win a $100,000 grant from the ASPCA!

This Exeter Life: Speaking Tradition

A speaking tradition is alive and well in Exeter. Pass it on!