As autumn paints the landscape in vibrant hues, this weekend offers an array of activities to celebrate the season across southern Vermont and New Hampshire. From live music and art exhibits to comedy shows and Halloween festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready for a weekend packed with entertainment, art and community vibes.
Friday, October 11, 2024
Keene Pumpkin Festival returns on Saturday, October 12, transforming downtown Keene into a vibrant autumn celebration from 2 to 7 p.m. Highlights include a costume parade, dance and music performances, family-friendly events like pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating, and the iconic pumpkin tower lighting at 5 p.m. Enjoy food from local vendors and crafts while downtown comes alive with activities for all ages. Main Street will be closed to traffic for the event, and shuttle parking is available. Visit the official website for festival details and volunteer opportunities.
Keene officials are seeking public input tonight on potential safety improvements for the dangerous Sullivan Road and Route 9 intersection. Following two serious accidents this summer, including one that left five people injured, the city is considering options such as flashing lights or closing the road. A public meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall to discuss these changes and gather feedback. Ward Two Councilor Mitch Greenwald highlighted concerns about high speeds and dangerous turns, with a recommendation expected at the October 23 City Council meeting. Feedback can also be submitted via email to City Engineer Bryan Ruoff.
The Keene Board of Education has unanimously voted to rename the small gymnasium at Keene High School in honor of David Minickiello, a cherished former wrestling coach and physical education teacher who passed away in April 2023. This 8-0 decision followed strong support from the community and former students, highlighting Minickiello’s immense impact on the school’s wrestling program.
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A team of five professionals from New Hampshire’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) has been deployed to Florida to assist in the response to Hurricane Milton. Governor Chris Sununu praised the mission, highlighting the state’s commitment to providing aid through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). The HSEM team will support disaster recovery efforts in emergency operations centers over the next two weeks. This comes after a previous deployment of New Hampshire National Guard personnel earlier in the week.
The Keene Unitarian Universalist Church, built in 1894 and known for its blend of Late Gothic Revival and Tudor Revival styles, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Featuring a Paul Revere bell, original Tiffany window, and unique architectural elements, the church’s historic significance is now recognized nationally.
Keene concludes its Ward Optimization Week (WOW) with a focus on Ward 5 from October 7-11. The citywide initiative, led by Keene Parks & Recreation and Public Works, targets infrastructure improvements, including road repairs, storm drain cleaning, and park maintenance. WOW also engages residents through social media and events like the upcoming Community Night at Wheelock Park on October 8. Locals are encouraged to share feedback and submit maintenance requests via SeeClickFix.
Mayor Jay Kahn discussed emergency preparedness and ethics reforms in Keene during an interview on WKBK Radio. He highlighted the need for improved flood mitigation and transparency in city council decision-making. Kahn proposed new rules requiring councilors to disclose potential conflicts of interest, including those involving family members, to increase public trust. He also addressed local infrastructure improvements and concerns about environmental impacts of a proposed solar project.
Keene will conduct a downtown parking assessment using drone technology from October 17-19, 2024, to analyze parking trends in key areas like Central Square and Main Street. The study, led by Weston and Sampson, aims to improve future parking planning.
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