Events/Community Calendar

7 hours ago

Keene Public Works Director Discusses Downtown Construction, Upcoming City Projects on WKBK

Keene Public Works Director Don Lussier discussed the latest progress on the Main Street reconstruction project, recurring Water Street water-main breaks, completed road and trail improvements, and upcoming infrastructure work during a Friday appearance on WKBK Radio.

Crime & Safety

8 hours ago

Connecticut Man Arrested Following Threats Against Brattleboro-Area Schools

A Connecticut man is facing a terroristic threat charge after authorities linked him to a phone call threatening violence against elementary schools in the Brattleboro area. The suspect was arrested in New York and is being held on $500,000 bond.

Government

8 hours ago

Keene Committee Backs Federal Grant to Hire Eight More Firefighters

Keene’s Finance, Organization and Personnel Committee unanimously recommended accepting a $1.67 million FEMA grant that would help the city hire eight additional firefighters and increase on-duty staffing levels.

Community Updates

8 hours ago

Good Friends Campaign Returns to Support Three Monadnock Region Nonprofits

Savings Bank of Walpole’s annual Good Friends campaign is back, offering $10 plush stuffed animals donated by Douglas Cuddle Toys to raise money for The Community Kitchen, Home Healthcare, Hospice and Community Services, and The Kids Collaborative.

Community Updates

8 hours ago

Kids Collaborative Holiday Bazaar Gives Children a Chance to Shop for Family Gifts

Kids Collaborative is preparing for its annual Holiday Bazaar on Dec. 13 in Keene, where children can select free holiday gifts for their families. Community members can help by donating new or like-new items, shopping from the organization’s Amazon wish list or volunteering.