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Feb 2026 18

Support a NH women-owned business every week in March

By Britteny Dee | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Britteny Dee

Celebrate Women’s History Month by supporting these five female-owned businesses in the Granite State.

New Hampshire is home to many wonderful women-owned businesses, from restaurants and bakeries to hair salons and boutiques.

Feb 2026 5

New Hampshire’s past & present Winter Olympians & Paralympians

By Britteny Dee | SPORTS, COMMUNITY, Britteny Dee

From alpine skiers to hockey players to snowboarders, discover New Hampshire’s past and present Winter Olympians and Paralympians.

About 3,500 athletes are set to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Italy—several of whom hail from New Hampshire.

Feb 2026 2

4 independent New Hampshire convenience stores worth stopping for

By Stacy Milbouer | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Stacy Milbouer

Check out four independently owned New Hampshire convenience stores that offer way more than a bottle of milk and a loaf of bread.

The independent versions of these handy hometown emporiums serve as third places—centers of community and local commerce.

Feb 2026 2

Harriet E. Wilson: A trailblazing NH native whose story you need to know

By Sam Cohen | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, Sam Cohen

Harriet E. Wilson was the first Black author published in the US. Her novel would remain undiscovered for over 100 years.

Jan 2026 26

Where to see New Hampshire’s frozen waterfalls this winter

By Stacy Milbouer | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Stacy Milbouer

11 New Hampshire frozen waterfalls to visit this winter.

Jan 2026 8

Why North Conway was named the best ski town in America

By Britteny Dee | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Britteny Dee

From easy access to multiple ski resorts to a charming downtown and plenty of après-ski spots, discover what makes North Conway the best ski town in the U.S.

North Conway has earned the number one spot on USA TODAY 10BEST’s list of the 10 best ski towns in the U.S.

Jan 2026 7

2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day events across New Hampshire

By Britteny Dee | THINGS TO DO, COMMUNITY, Britteny Dee

From a pancake breakfast to youth gatherings with panel discussions, discover the Martin Luther King Jr. Day events taking place in New Hampshire this year.