Local News from My Keene Now
2 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Food, Lifestyle, Local
Platz Beer Garden prepares to celebrate grand opening in historic Keene church
A historic downtown Keene church has been transformed into Platz Beer Garden, a European-inspired gathering space featuring 20 rotating taps, regional food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. The venue celebrates its official grand opening Saturday, Nov. 7, with a full day of music, giveaways, special brewery appearances and more.
2 days ago in Local
Jury Finds Annthoni Bliss Not Guilty in Death of Keene Toddler
Annthoni Bliss, 24, has been found not guilty of second-degree murder in connection with the January 2024 death of 23-month-old Luca Hudson. The verdict concludes a criminal case involving disputed medical evidence and an investigation into the toddler's fatal injuries.
2 days ago in Local
Cheshire County Toys for Tots Seeks 40,000-Square-Foot Warehouse for Holiday Toy Distribution
Cheshire County Toys for Tots urgently needs a donated 40,000-square-foot warehouse to organize and distribute holiday toys to approximately 5,000 children.
2 days ago in Government, Local
Keene City Council Votes to Keep Single-Lane Traffic Plan for Central Square
Keene City Council voted 11–3 Thursday night to retain the planned single-lane traffic configuration across the north side of Central Square, rejecting a proposal to restore two lanes.
Entertainment News
2 days ago in Entertainment
Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant
Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner. Are you ready? If not, no problema. Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Latin Grammys, including how to stream the show and where you can see music's biggest stars walking the red carpet.
3 days ago in Entertainment
Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand was convicted Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years. Judge Joel Bennathan said Brand faces a "significant" prison term when he is sentenced Monday. He had been free on bail but was taken into custody.
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Community Food Drive
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 21st from 9a-2p for our annual ONE DAY Community Food Drive in the Keene area!
Enter for a Chance to win 100 Gallons of Heating Oil
In celebration of Davis Oil & Propane’s 100th Anniversary, they are GIVING AWAY 100 gallons of home heating oil each week!
Meet This Year’s Winners!
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