Keene, Spofford and Surry are among New Hampshire communities receiving more than $3.6 million in federal firefighter funding.
Keene officials reviewed cemetery expansion plans and acted on a highway safety grant and Community Power program changes.
The 28th annual Winchester Pickle Festival returns Saturday with food, vendors, live music, contests and plenty of pickle-themed fun.
Keene’s eighth annual International Festival takes place Saturday, offering free music, dance, food, crafts and cultural activities.
Keene officials reviewed downtown construction plans, traffic safety concerns and the proposed Gilbo Avenue solar pavilion Wednesday night.
Cinde Warmington outlined plans for housing, child care, energy costs, property taxes and transportation during her WKBK Open Mic appearance.
Court Street Well #2 will be turned off Thursday, and the City of Keene says residents may notice some temporary water discoloration as a result.
The City of Keene and Town of Londonderry are seeking to recover the costs of replacing firefighter turnout gear they allege contains PFAS chemicals and was sold without adequate warnings about potential health risks.
A survey of Keene residents found generally positive opinions of the city’s Public Works Department, while road and sidewalk conditions emerged as the biggest areas residents want to see improved.
Keene Police are advising residents in northeast Keene to shelter in place while law enforcement searches for Patrick Allen Boyer, who is believed to be armed and dangerous. Police are also looking for a stolen blue GMC pickup truck.