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The Rugged Mill
But North Conway Village still thrives even in the shadow of
the strip. “I think we exist in a balance,” said Laura. “The White
Mountain Independent stores offer something that is not seen
everywhere else, which is why you can have a North Conway
Village after driving up the strip.”
It’s not always an easy and perfect balance, though. Kathy
Ahearn, co-owner of Four Your Paws Only, a specialty pet store
that has been operating in North Conway for 30 years, says that
it’s “getting harder and harder to stand out and be seen on the
Cathedral Ledge Distillery
White Birch Books
Small businesses are the lifeblood of the Valley. They’re
owned by locals, giving them a deeper connection to the community’s needs and they often use a customer-first approach
with a deep knowledge and understanding of their products.
At Designed Gardens, Jordon creates flower arrangements for
“thoughtful and compassionate funeral and life celebrations,
wedding floral design and installation, birthdays, newborn celebrations, and all special occasions, seven days a week.” Jordon
has lived and worked in the Valley for many years, building rela-
Small businesses are the lifeblood of the Valley. They’re owned by locals, giving them
a deeper connection to the community’s needs and they often use a customer-first
approach with a deep knowledge and understanding of their products.
strip with the overwhelming additions of larger chains and big
box stores coming in. We are fortunate to have loyal following and
truly appreciate folks that do like to support small businesses.
“In response, Kathy and her husband Brian will continue
to uphold their unique charm and offer unmatched customer
service, a friendly shopping environment, and affordable prices.
She said, “It is often assumed that the chains and big box stores
have better pricing, but that is not always the case. We work
very closely with our distributors to stay competitive.”
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tionships with her clients and community. Jordon and her team
provide hands-on workshops and high-end care to customers
and visitors. Care, she says, that’s not usually provided by big
box stores.
Karissa stocks the gallery with creations from “over 300 New
Hampshire artists and craftsmen, who each run their own independent craft-making businesses.” From fine jewelry to cards, cutting
boards, pottery, and more, it’s a place to find thoughtful gifts and
learn about local artists.
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