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Education
2 days 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.

Community Updates
3 days 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.

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Business
3 days ago
Okemo Mountain Resort Hiring for Winter Season, Offering $20 Starting Wage and Employee Perks

Okemo Mountain Resort is hiring for the 2026-27 winter season, with seasonal and year-round jobs, starting pay of $20 an hour, free ski passes and other employee benefits.

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Education
3 days 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 […]

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Health & Wellness
4 days 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.

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Local
4 days 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.

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Local
4 days 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.

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Crime & Safety
7 days 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.

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