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City councilors approved time-sensitive housing and community grants, cleared the sale of a city-owned lot for housing, and urged residents to engage in the upcoming budget and capital planning process during Thursday’s meeting.

The Pour House plans to expand into Fritz Belgian Fries’ former Central Square space, adding games, TVs, live music, and family-friendly dining

The Monadnock United Way has raised more than $1.32 million, reaching 87 percent of its Our Monadnock, Our Impact Campaign goal

Keene is encouraging residents to sign up for the NH Alerts system to receive emergency notifications by phone, text or email before emergencies occur.

A New Ipswich man died after a single-vehicle crash on Route 123 in Peterborough Thursday evening. Police say no foul play is suspected.

Weather delays and site conditions have pushed back the reopening of Swanzey’s Carlton Covered Bridge, keeping the roadway closed for up to another week.

Keene’s Community Kitchen and Hundred Nights Shelter are preparing for what has already been a cold winter, and expected to get colder as 2026 begins.

The Keene Family YMCA is accepting nominations for its 2025 Community Partner Award through January 31, recognizing local leaders who advance inclusion.

A Brattleboro residence was destroyed by a Tuesday evening fire traced to a woodstove chimney, according to the Brattleboro Fire Department.

Fitzwilliam Fire Department seeks donations to honor longtime firefighter Ed Mattson Jr. with a Smokey Bear fire safety memorial.