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2 weeks ago
Hiker Injured on Mount Monadnock Sunday
A Massachusetts hiker was rescued from Mount Monadnock after slipping on icy terrain, prompting a multi-agency response Sunday afternoon.
2 weeks ago
Keene Downtown Restroom Proposal, Capital Plan Topics of Discussion on WKBK Radio
Keene City Councilor Michele Chalice discussed the city’s proposed $442,000 downtown public restroom and broader Capital Improvement Plan during a recent appearance on WKBK Radio.
2 weeks ago
Weekend Pulse: 3/20-3/22
Live music, film, Irish dance and community events highlight a busy March weekend across the Monadnock Region and nearby Vermont.
2 weeks ago
Monadnock Family Services Announces Board Changes, Interim Chair Named
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Monadnock Family Services has announced a transition in leadership on its Board of Directors, along with several…
2 weeks ago
Keene City Councilor Molly Ellis Highlights Monadnock 250 Plans on WKBK
Keene City Councilor Molly Ellis says organizers are seeking volunteers, performers, and parade participants as the region prepares for a full day of events to celebrate Monadnock 250 this July.
2 weeks ago
Swanzey Town Vote to be Recounted
Article 3 asked Swanzey residents whether they approved of the town building a new $1.2 million Public Works facility.
2 weeks ago
New Hampshire Officials Warn of Fake Court Text Scam Targeting Residents
New Hampshire officials are warning residents about a surge in scam text messages posing as court notices, urging people to avoid clicking links or sending money.
3 weeks ago
Cuts to Staff Positions and Programs Seen as Solutions to Jaffrey-Rindge Budget
More than 20 staff positions, a universal pre-kindergarten program and a childcare program for district staff are on the chopping block as SAU 47 looks to make up $1.5 million.
3 weeks ago
Internal Candidate Selected to Lead Monadnock Peer Support
Monadnock Peer Support has named longtime staff member Melissa Callender as acting executive director,
3 weeks ago
Eversource Communications Director Updates Storm Outages, Restoration Efforts on WKBK Morning Show
Eversource Communications Director William Hinkle told WKBK Radio listeners Tuesday morning that most storm-related outages in the Monadnock Region are expected to be restored quickly after overnight winds.
3 weeks ago
UPDATED: Statewide Patrols Target Impaired Driving Across New Hampshire on St. Patrick’s Day
More than 60 New Hampshire police agencies will conduct statewide patrols on St. Patrick’s Day targeting impaired drivers to improve road safety
3 weeks ago
Keene Roads to Close Tonight for Annual Amphibian Migration
Keene roads close tonight as frogs and salamanders begin their annual “Big Night” migration to local breeding wetlands.
3 weeks ago
Driver, Child Injured After Rollover Crash on Route 202 in Rindge
A driver and a 5-year-old child were injured after an SUV rollover on Route 202 in Rindge. The child was flown to a Worcester hospital as a precaution.
3 weeks ago
Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected Across Cheshire County
Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in Cheshire County from Monday afternoon through Tuesday, raising the risk of flooding and power outages.
3 weeks ago
Keene Officials Review $66 Million Infrastructure Plan, Approve Grants and Funding Changes
Keene officials reviewed a $66 million capital plan Thursday and approved funding changes, grants, and infrastructure projects across multiple city departments.
3 weeks ago
Monadnock Humane Society Director Discusses Major Dog Rescue on WKBK’s “Good Morning with Dan Mitchell”
Monadnock Humane Society director Kathy Collinsworth discussed a 47-dog rescue and fundraising needs Friday on WKBK’s Good Morning With Dan Mitchell.
3 weeks ago
UPDATED: Part of Route 123 Closed as Crews Search Cold River in Alstead–Langdon
Emergency crews closed part of Route 123 in Alstead and Langdon Thursday evening while searching the Cold River for a juvenile reported in the water.
3 weeks ago
Keene Committee Backs Downtown Events During Construction, Farmers Market Use of City Property
Keene councilors backed downtown mini-festivals during construction, plus approvals for the Farmers Market and a July 4 celebration.
3 weeks ago
Local Puppy Mill Shut Down; Monadnock Humane Society Seeks Donations After Rescuing 47 Dogs
After rescuing 47 dogs from a decade-long puppy mill, Monadnock Humane Society is asking for donations to help cover rescue costs.
3 weeks ago
Crews Battle Attic Fire At Swanzey Home; No Injuries Reported
Firefighters from several towns responded to a second-alarm attic fire at a Sprague Lane home in Swanzey Thursday morning; no injuries were reported.
