KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A collection of striking local images will soon be making their way into homes and offices across the region as Savings Bank of Walpole prepares to release its 2026 Community Calendar. The bank announced this year’s photo contest winners on Friday, highlighting the work of 15 photographers from around the Monadnock Region and beyond.

The annual contest, now in its seventh year, draws submissions that reflect the scenery, wildlife, and daily life of New Hampshire. Bank officials said this year’s entries once again demonstrated the creative range of area photographers.

“The images really capture the spirit of our communities,” said Danielle Ruffo, the bank’s vice president of community engagement and marketing. “It was exciting to see fresh perspectives alongside returning contributors.”

Winning photographs will appear not only in next year’s wall calendar but also in an assortment of the bank’s other publications, including desk calendars, note cards, and holiday cards. Some selections will also be used in marketing materials and on the bank’s website and social media throughout 2026.

This year’s featured photographers include:

  • Jessica Braught, Keene

  • Amilee Connors, Keene*

  • Jennifer Desautell, Keene*

  • Heather Ells, Keene

  • Arthur Gardiner, Rindge*

  • Karen Hope, Marlborough

  • Nolan Hornbrook, Keene

  • Melissa Jette, Center Barnstead

  • Tracey Martin, Walpole

  • Michael McCarthy, North Swanzey*

  • Dan Millbauer, Peterborough

  • Jeffrey Newcomer, Spofford*

  • Michele Pelkey, Richmond*

  • Kyle Petrillo, Keene*

  • Tim Roettiger, Alstead*

(*Photographers whose images will appear in the 2026 calendar.)

Free copies of the calendar will be available later this month at all seven Savings Bank of Walpole branches.

Savings Bank of Walpole, which has $800 million in assets, is part of NH Mutual Bancorp and provides a range of financial services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. More information is available at walpolebank.com.