Government
Sununu urges action from Treasury chief to get CARES Act funds moving
read more…: Sununu urges action from Treasury chief to get CARES Act funds movingSununu says New Hamphire’s ability to do so has been hindered by the Treasury Department’s “lack of guidance,” and warns of “serious consequences” for New Hampshire residents if Mnuchin fails to act quickly.Â
Some Aldermen believe furloughs may become necessary
read more…: Some Aldermen believe furloughs may become necessaryEarlier this week, the Manchester Board of Aldermen discussed the potential furlough of non-essential employees at some point in the near future, with Aldermen referencing the fact that expected municipal revenues will likely be lower than projected due to deadline extensions and other hardships faced by Manchester residents.
The city’s response to COVID-19: An interview with downtown alderman Pat Long
read more…: The city’s response to COVID-19: An interview with downtown alderman Pat Longven while self-isolating at home, Pat Long is still a busy man. He currently serves as the alderman for Ward 3 in Manchester as well as a state representative for Hillsborough District 10. While both the city council and the state house are closed while the epidemic persists, Pat has been involved in video chat sessions in order to get things done.
Treasury reverses course, says Social Security recipients don’t have to file tax returns for direct cash assistance
read more…: Treasury reverses course, says Social Security recipients don’t have to file tax returns for direct cash assistanceThe U.S. Treasury department announced Wednesday night that Social Security recipients will automatically receive direct cash assistance included in the CARES Act without having to file tax returns.
BOSC recommends proposed school contract
read more…: BOSC recommends proposed school contractIn a 13-0 vote the school board voted to recommend a new contract with the Manchester Education Association.
April 1 DHHS COVID-19 update: 48 new positive cases and 1 death reported in Sullivan County
read more…: April 1 DHHS COVID-19 update: 48 new positive cases and 1 death reported in Sullivan CountyNH reported its fourth death Wednesday attributed to COVID-19.
Reminder: Parks and recreational courts closed as a matter of public safety during COVID-19
read more…: Reminder: Parks and recreational courts closed as a matter of public safety during COVID-19We ask that Manchester residents take the social distancing recommendations seriously and stay at home as much as possible.
NH Department of Employment Security scrambles to keep up with unprecedented number of claims
read more…: NH Department of Employment Security scrambles to keep up with unprecedented number of claimsIf your business was forced to shut down and you attempt to apply for benefits under New Hampshire’s new coronavirus eligibility rules, you will be denied. But don’t worry about it. Ignore it. It doesn’t mean anything.
Hassan and other senators ask Treasury for more direct assistance to elderly, disabled
read more…: Hassan and other senators ask Treasury for more direct assistance to elderly, disabledWASHINGTON – New Hampshire Senator Maggie Hassan and Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown have joined with 39 other U.S. Senators in