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3 weeks ago
Liberty Utilities to Outline Gas Main Work at Next Downtown Project Meeting
Keene officials will host the next Coffee & Hard Hats meeting Wednesday, featuring an update from Liberty Utilities on upcoming gas main replacement in Central Square.
3 weeks ago
Keene Property Owner and Former Senator Admits Misusing Federal Pandemic Relief Funds
Former state senator and Keene property owner Andy Sanborn pleaded guilty to misusing more than $255,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds.
3 weeks ago
Road Work, Bridge Construction and Utility Projects to Affect Travel Across Keene This Week
Multiple construction projects across Keene this week will bring detours, lane shifts and road closures as the city continues infrastructure improvements.
3 weeks ago
Authorities Identify Peterborough Man Killed in Neighborhood Altercation
Investigators have identified the 24-year-old man killed Sunday in Peterborough and say the case remains under investigation, including whether the shooting was in self-defense.
3 weeks ago
Keene’s Mayor Talks Budget Pressures, Downtown Construction and Community Priorities on WKBK
Keene Mayor Jay Kahn discusses taxes, state funding, public safety, downtown construction and community priorities during his latest appearance on Good Morning with Dan Mitchell.
3 weeks ago
A Sole Purpose: Built on Service, Rooted in Community
From a startup fueled by determination to a downtown institution built on service, Ted's Shoe and Sport has become a cornerstone of the Monadnock Region..
3 weeks ago
Keene City Council Reviews Housing Incentive, Tax Changes and Downtown Initiatives
Keene council reviewed a housing tax incentive, property tax changes, downtown projects and several new requests during Thursday night's meeting.
3 weeks ago
Man Found Dead, Another Injured in Peterborough; State Police Investigating
Authorities are investigating an apparent shooting and stabbing involving two men at a Peterborough home. Officials say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
3 weeks ago
Pet Owners Urged to Take Precautions Ahead of Fourth of July Fireworks
Pet Owners Urged To Prepare Pets Ahead Of July 4 Fireworks
3 weeks ago
Weekend Pulse: Independence Day Edition 7/2-7-5
Finish the Independence Day holiday weekend with fireworks, live performances, community dances, films and family-friendly events across the Monadnock Region.
3 weeks ago
Keene Mutual Aid Offering Free Water, Cooling Supplies During Heat Emergency
Keene Mutual Aid will provide free water, ice and other cooling supplies in Railroad Square Thursday and Friday as dangerous heat grips the region.
3 weeks ago
Monadnock Region Prepares to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Independence Day Events
Keene and communities across the Monadnock Region will celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th birthday Saturday with parades, music, history and family activities.
3 weeks ago
Keene Public Works Director Details Downtown Reconstruction Project Ahead of July Start
Keene Public Works Director Don Lussier discusses the downtown reconstruction project, traffic impacts, timelines and more in a new WKBK interview.
3 weeks ago
Friends Organize Fundraiser to Support Teen Injured in Route 9 Crash
Friends are asking the community to donate and share a GoFundMe campaign supporting 18-year-old Carter Howard as he recovers from serious injuries sustained in a June crash.
4 weeks ago
Keene Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearm Charge While Separate Human Trafficking Case Continues
A Keene man facing pending human trafficking charges in Cheshire County has pleaded guilty in federal court to illegally possessing firearms while on supervised release.
4 weeks ago
Last Chance to Nominate Favorites for 2026 Keene’s Best Awards
Nominations for the 2026 Keene's Best Awards close Wednesday at 5 p.m., giving Monadnock Region residents one final chance to recognize their favorite local businesses.
4 weeks ago
UPDATED: Dangerous Heat Expected in Keene Through Friday, Officials Urge Precautions
Dangerous heat with heat index values near 110 degrees is expected in Keene through Friday, prompting officials to urge residents to stay cool and hydrated.
4 weeks ago
Keene’s Ward Optimization Weeks Return With Neighborhood Maintenance Focus
Keene's Ward Optimization Weeks begin July 6, with Public Works crews concentrating maintenance and infrastructure improvements in one ward each week through Aug. 7.
4 weeks ago
Multiple Road Projects to Cause Traffic Delays Across Keene this Week
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) The City of Keene’s Public Works Department is advising drivers to plan for delays this week as…
4 weeks ago
Boy Found Safe After Multi-Agency Search in Roxbury
A 7-year-old boy with special needs was found safe Saturday after search crews located him in the woods behind his Roxbury home.
