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Local Business

A series of stories that spotlights local businesses and promotes economic growth.
Updated item
9/20/2026


Hometown Heroes Banners installed for 2025
Captain George Gordon


2026 Budget Hearing:
Sat., Jan. 10


2026 Deliberative Smackdown,
Sat. Jan. 31



2026 Town Election
Tues. Mar. 10

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Allenstown tax map
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Allenstown, NH
603-485-4276


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Welcome to Allenstown Alt

This web site strives to inform Allenstown residents about important community activities and public events, to get voters more engaged in the political process, to present clear and detailed information about upcoming town elections, to help residents understand where their taxes are being spent, and to help bring about a more prosperous future direction for the town.

 Ongoing Economic Growth
 The Neighborhood
 Town Government Structure
 Quick View of Town Budgets

Economic Development

As a free service for local businesses, the town web site includes an online Business Directory. This was designed as a tool for residents, and visitors. Its purpose is to help you quickly find local businesses and learn what products and services they offer.

Allenstown Business Directory If you operate a business in Allenstown or Suncook Village (Glass St. and Main St.), please tell us about it so we can promote it.

Click on the Rolodex® graphic and then fill out the Request Form.

Ongoing Economic Growth

growth barchart Since March 2018, many new businesses have moved in, two have had grand re-openings after major renovations, the old China Mill was purchased and converted to scores of upscale apartments, and a four-story assisted living facility was built. The following entries show the steady economic growth that is helping to bring economic prosperity to Allenstown.

 All Business Developments

For numerous resources on starting and operating a business, check out this page:

 Resources to Help Your Business

The Neighborhood

Allenstown lies in Merrimack County in southern New Hampshire midway between Manchester and Concord along the Route 3 corridor on the east side of the Merrimack River.
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Town Government Structure

Local government consists of several governing bodies (AKA kingdoms) that perform separate functions and fund their operations through distinct taxation. The Town Government (Board of Selectmen), School District, and Sewer Commission administer their own functions, working in cooperation with each other but independent of each other.
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Quick View of the Town Budgets

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The town budget process and all related documents for 2026 are available on the town web site:
 2026 Town Meetings and Budget Details.

Meetings to Attend

 Board of Selectmen: Typically meets every two or three weeks as needed, Mondays, 6:00 p.m., Town Hall

 Budget Committee: Meets on selected dates, at 6:00 p.m., Allenstown Community Center.

 Planning Board: Typically meets on the first and third Weds. at 6:30 p.m., Allenstown Town Hall.

 Economic Development Committee: Typically meets on the second and fourth Weds. at 6:30 p.m., Allenstown Town Hall.

 Zoning Board: Meets as needed on Weds. at 6:30 p.m., Allenstown Town Hall.

 School Board: usually meets monthly at AES.

News, Events, and Analysis

Top Local News Stories

NH Economic News

News Archives


new Halloween Trunk or Treat Event - Sept. 28, 2026

new McDonald's Grand Opening - Sept. 21, 2026

new Tether's Property Maintenance - Sept. 20, 2026

new Community School Open House - Sept. 17, 2026

2026 Old Home Day Parade - Aug. 24, 2026

How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football - Aug. 2, 2026

McDonald's Restaurant Opens - July 16, 2026 | Updated item Aug. 5, 2026

Examining the Declaration of Independence - July 4, 2026

Annual Bake Sale on 7/3 - June 30, 2026

Library Summer Fun - June 24, 2026

Olivia Conway Concert on June 28 - June 17, 2026

Free Concert on June 13 - June 10, 2026

2026 Townwide Yard Sale - May 6, 2026

Trash Collection Has Restarted - May 6, 2026

Grand Re-Opening of the Double Decker Convenience Store - Apr. 26, 2026

Wrap up of Dedication of School Ball Field - Apr. 21, 2026

Dedication of School Ball Field -
Apr. 11, 2026

Aubuchon Ace Hardware Grand Opening - Mar. 31, 2026

Previous Local News Stories

Easter Egg Hunt on Apr. 4 - Mar. 25, 2026

Farewell Old Aubuchon Building - Mar. 15, 2026

Town Election Results - Mar. 11, 2026

What Ya Gonna Vote For? - Mar. 8, 2026

Feb. 21, 2026 2026 Open Town & School Positions - Jan. 30, 2025

Aubuchon Ace Hardware 2.0 - Feb. 18, 2026

Results of the Deliberative Session - Feb. 11, 2026

Local Dudes Auto Repair - Feb. 4, 2026

News Archives

New Hampshire Economic News

The following selected highlights comes from the NH Business Review Daily News Browser.
Sept. 29, 2026

  NH Credit Card Delinquencies Near Great Recession Levels. Nearly 10% of New Hampshire borrowers are severely delinquent on credit card payments, approaching rates seen around the Great Recession. Auto loan delinquencies have also risen, while mortgage, home equity and student loan payments remain comparatively stronger. – NHPR

  NH Job Market Improves While Worker Challenges Persist. New Hampshire employment showed signs of recovery in 2026, with nonfarm employment rising 1.1% from January through July and unemployment falling below 3%. But wage growth continued to lag inflation, while demographic and technological shifts pose longer-term challenges for workers. – NH BUSINESS REVIEW

  Skilled Trades Shortage Leaves Six-Figure Careers Unfilled. A shortage of skilled trades workers is straining homebuilding, infrastructure and commercial projects, with about 300,000 trade jobs unfilled, according to Home Builders Institute CEO Ed Brady. He said careers including plumbing, electrical work and HVAC can offer strong pay and business ownership opportunities. – FOX BUSINESS

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Grand Opening of New Community School
May, 3, 2024
Updated item Mar. 22, 2025
 

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