Amid a 439,000-worker shortfall and 306,000 open jobs, the construction industry is widening its talent pipeline to a historically underrepresented group: women. While the sector remains male-dominated, women’s presence—and pay—are rising. In the 2025 edition of their Best-Paying States for Women in Construction report, researchers at Construction Coverage analyzed the newest Census Bureau and BEA data to identify where women are earning the most in construction, adjusted for cost of living differences, and the states with the highest female employment shares.
LACONIA — Two years ago, WORK Lakes Region opened its doors with a mission to create more than just a beautiful place to plug in. It set out t…
Harrisburg, Pa. — The Pa. House of Representatives has narrowly passed House Bill 145, proposed legislation that could provide unemployment compensation to striking workers.
American workers say they’re drowning in busywork — and it’s draining productivity, fueling stress, and even pushing some to quit. That’s according to a poll of 2,000 white collar and knowledge workers and 1,000 IT decision makers. Results showed these employees are losing an estimated half of their day (51% total work hours estimated) on […]
LACONIA — Anti-bullying conversations aren't just for kids.
Can AI make you a better gift-giver? According to a new poll of 2,000 U.S. adults, one in three find AI to be a helpful assistant when they shop. And over half (57%) already use AI tools to assist with their general shopping needs. Thirty-four percent of respondents said they're consulting AI tools for gift […]
MEREDITH — Meredith Village Savings Bank President Marcus Weeks has been named a recipient of the Business Excellence Awards by the NH Busines…
Nearly one-in-three parents have discovered their child has made an online purchase without permission, with kids’ most expensive unapproved shopping sprees costing families about $170 on average. According to a nationally representative survey of 2,000 parents with children 18 and under, 31% said their kids have made digital purchases without permission. For some, the cost […]
LACONIA — Following recently unveiled plans for an expansion of the ePropelled manufacturing center, company staff held an open house Tuesday,…
LACONIA – The Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction is accepting applications for funding until Wednesday, Oct. 15. Details and an online ap…