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3 weeks ago
Keene Committee Backs School Street Speed Review, Keeps Central Square One-Lane Plan
Keene officials are weighing a proposed 25-mph speed limit on School Street, keeping the approved one-lane traffic plan around Central Square and improving communication with downtown businesses during ongoing infrastructure work.
3 weeks ago
Keene Voter Registration Deadline is Tomorrow for Nov. 3 Election
Keene residents have until Thursday, Oct. 22, to register to vote ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. Find registration details, Keene polling locations and information for voters elsewhere in Cheshire County.
3 weeks ago
Afterschool Programs Across Monadnock Region Support More Than 1,200 Children
The Monadnock Regional Afterschool Collective's five programs served 1,230 children last year. Co-founders Frannie Ashworth and Lauren Bressett discussed their impact on children and working families during Wednesday's WKBK Radio interview.
3 weeks ago
Burdick’s Sunday Dinner Raises $1,020 for Fall Mountain Friendly Meals
The Restaurant at Burdick’s in Walpole raised $1,020 for Fall Mountain Friendly Meals during the first event in its Italian Sunday Dinner Series, with more community fundraisers planned for 2027.
3 weeks ago
Statewide Teacher Shortages, Low Starting Salaries Highlighted in WKBK Interview
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) New Hampshire faces ongoing challenges recruiting and retaining teachers, with relatively low starting salaries, rising housing and…
3 weeks ago
National Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday; Five Area Sites Listed
Residents can safely dispose of unwanted and expired medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Several collection sites are listed in the Monadnock Region.
4 weeks ago
Keene Construction Projects Bring Traffic Changes, Parking Restrictions This Week
Keene construction projects this week include Central Square utility work, final paving on Marlboro Street, George Street Bridge replacement work and pool deck demolition at Robin Hood Park.
4 weeks ago
My Keene Now, WKNE Recognized at State Broadcasting Awards
My Keene Now took first place in the Digital Platform category, and WKNE’s Steve Hamel and Teri Pearsall earned a merit award at the 2025 Granite Mikes Awards, recognizing excellence in New Hampshire broadcasting.
4 weeks ago
Brattleboro Police Warn of High-Risk Sex Offender’s Expected Release
Brattleboro police are notifying residents that Brian Tinker, 67, a convicted sex offender classified as high risk to reoffend, is expected to be released from prison Saturday and reside in the area.
4 weeks ago
Sununu Outlines Healthcare, National Security and Government Reform Priorities on WKBK
Republican U.S. Senate candidate John Sununu discussed rural healthcare funding, Medicare Advantage coverage, national security, Social Security and congressional reform during a Friday appearance on Good Morning With Dan Mitchell on WKBK Radio.
4 weeks ago
Keene Council Hears Public Comment on Proposed Short-Term Rental Rules
Keene officials are considering new zoning standards for short-term rentals after a Thursday night City Council public hearing. The proposal would define the use, establish property standards and require local contacts for non-hosted rentals. The council also heard a proposal to convert a School Street outbuilding into a one-bedroom apartment.
4 weeks ago
Cheshire Medical Center to Close Winchester Family Medicine Clinic in November
Cheshire Medical Center will permanently close its Winchester Family Medicine clinic on Nov. 6, affecting approximately 1,400 patients. The health system plans to help patients transition to primary care providers in Keene.
4 weeks ago
N.H. Attorney General Rules 2025 Fatal Keene Police Shooting Legally Justified
New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella has ruled that five State Police troopers were legally justified in fatally shooting David Ward during a six-hour standoff in Keene on Aug. 12, 2025.
4 weeks ago
Meals on Wheels Needs Delivery Volunteers in Hinsdale, Keene
HCS is seeking Meals on Wheels volunteers to deliver meals to Hinsdale residents on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with additional opportunities available in Keene.
4 weeks ago
Keene Warns Residents and Businesses About Fraudulent Payment Requests
The City of Keene is alerting residents and businesses to fraudulent payment requests from scammers impersonating city officials. Officials recommend independently verifying unexpected invoices and payment instructions before sending money.
4 weeks ago
Keene Leaf Collection Program to Begin Nov. 9
Keene’s 2026 fall leaf collection program begins Nov. 9. Residents should have loose leaves and pine needles at the edge of their property by 6 a.m. on their street’s scheduled start date.
4 weeks ago
Jaffrey Man Dies in Head-On Crash on Route 12 in Marlborough
MARLBOROUGH, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) An 80-year-old Jaffrey man died Wednesday morning after a two-vehicle collision on Route 12 in Marlborough that…
4 weeks ago
Westmoreland’s Maplewood Nursing Home Earns National Recognition
Westmoreland’s Maplewood Nursing Home has been named one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2027 by Newsweek, ranking third among 74 facilities in New Hampshire and 20th in the Northeast.
4 weeks ago
Monadnock United Way Sets $1.5 Million Fundraising Goal for 2026 Campaign
Monadnock United Way is aiming to raise $1.525 million by year’s end to support more than 30 local programs addressing housing, food insecurity, child care and other community needs, Director Liz LaRose told WKBK Radio’s Dan Mitchell.
4 weeks ago
Fatal Crash Closes Route 12 in Marlborough
A fatal two-vehicle crash near Webb Depot Road has closed Route 12 in Marlborough. One person died at the scene, and another sustained significant injuries. Traffic is being diverted onto nearby roads as authorities investigate.
