Northern Border Region Commission

Northern Border Region map showing Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and New York

Fostering Vibrant Futures for Rural Communities

A Federal-State partnership for economic and community development within the most distressed counties of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York.

2025 Catalyst Program (SEID & IIJA)

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2025 Forest Economy Program

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2025 Timber for Transit Program

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2025 Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities

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Recent News

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2025-06-16
NBRC Welcomes Commissioner Michael Duguay as New Governor’s Alternate for the State of Maine
This week, the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) will welcome Michael Duguay to his first Commission meeting since accepting the role of Commissioner o ...
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2025-06-04
Notice of Public Meeting
The Northern Border Regional Commission will be holding a meeting and is open to the public.                   ...
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2025-01-28
NBRC Welcomes Sarah Waring as New Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 28, 2025 Contact: Chris Saunders fedcochair@nbrc.gov (603) 369-3001 Today, the Northern Border Regional Commission is thr ...
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