AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBanking & Growth: Hometown Financial’s CEO Sosik says the bank is completing its Primary Bank purchase in New Hampshire and preparing to convert from mutual to shareholder-owned in early 2027, with depositors able to buy shares before the public. Energy & Regulation: Connecticut Gov. Lamont and AG Tong are pushing to intervene in the NextEra-Dominion merger review at FERC, warning it could reduce competition and raise electricity costs across New England, including Seabrook’s role. Consumer & Antitrust: A federal court approved a $700 million multistate settlement over Google’s Android app store and in-app payment practices, with most refunds going to eligible Google Play purchasers via PayPal/Venmo. Health & Legal Fallout: Harvard agreed to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits tied to stolen and sold donated human remains by a former morgue manager, including alleged shipments to New Hampshire. NH Business & Community: Granite VNA’s Harleys for Hospice raffle is in its final stretch, while Veterans Bucks vouchers return to NH farmers markets on Saturdays. Environment & Public Health: PFAS contamination was confirmed at the Lebanon airport, prompting a city hearing on funding for a state-mandated investigation. State Economy Watch: UNH Carsey research finds about 23% of New Hampshire residents are somewhat or very likely to leave in the next five years.
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