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Manchester Schools Redirect Funds, Avert Layoffs

The Manchester School District voted to prevent staff layoffs. The Board of School Committee approved reallocating $8.6 million. These funds were originally for school renovation projects. This decision avoids potential layoffs before a state deadline. The budget now moves to the Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Manchester, New Hampshire

https://www.wmur.com/article/manchester-school-budget-layoffs-51426/71311076


Anheuser-Busch Closes Merrimack Plant, Affecting 125 Workers

Anheuser-Busch will close its Merrimack, New Hampshire manufacturing plant early next year. This facility has operated for over 50 years. Approximately 125 full-time employees in New Hampshire are affected. The company offers jobs at other facilities and severance packages. Two other plants in California and New Jersey are also closing, impacting 475 total employees nationwide.

https://www.wbur.org/news/2025/12/12/anheuser-busch-merrimack-new-hampshire-closure-layoffs


Manchester Schools detail layoff scenarios for funding gap

The Manchester School District faces a challenging budget season. Superintendent Jennifer Chmiel presented five scenarios for $15 million in cuts. These plans involve layoffs, affecting 42 to 113 positions. The cuts are necessary if the tax cap compliant budget is approved. The Board of School Committee will vote on budget proposals.

https://manchester.inklink.news/school-superintendent-expects-layoffs-if-aldermen-do-not-pass-baseline-budget/


Sturm, Ruger Cuts Newport Workforce

Firearms manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co. confirmed recent layoffs. The company reduced its New Hampshire workforce by less than 5%. This adjustment affected 90 of its 1,800 employees. The moves address cost misalignments and balance production with consumer demand. Sturm, Ruger faces financial challenges and a declining firearms market.

https://vnews.com/2026/02/09/newport-g-n-maker-layoffs/


Farmington Schools Weigh Layoffs Over Budget Shortfall

The Farmington School Board will meet to discuss potential layoffs. This follows a state order to address a $330,000 budget deficit. The deficit partly stems from a state SchoolCare program shortfall. The Farmington Teachers Association argues these layoffs are avoidable. The union plans to challenge the board's proposed actions.

https://www.wmur.com/article/farmington-nh-school-board-layoffs-budget-deficit/70291617