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The City of Keene officially launched its 2026–2027 City Council term with the New Year’s Day inauguration of Mayor Jay Kahn and the swearing-in of new and returning council members

The Town of Rindge has named veteran fire service leader Robert Faas Jr. as its new Director of Public & Life Safety, bringing more than three decades of experience back to the community beginning in January 2026

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Keating Plumbing and Heating talks about how to keep you home warm during our coldest months in the Monadnock region.

The City of Keene will inaugurate several new and returning City Councilors at noon on New Year’s Day in City Hall, officially launching the 2026–2027 City Council term.

The Monadnock United Way is making a final push to reach its $1.52M campaign goal, and is hopeful that December donations will help close the gap by Dec. 31.

New Hampshire law enforcement agencies will increase patrols statewide as officials highlight impaired driving statistics and urge drivers to plan for a sober ride home during New Year’s celebrations.

Swanzey’s Carlton Road Covered Bridge will be closed to all traffic January 5–9 for re-decking, with detours in place via Whitcomb Road, according to town officials.

State officials urge residents to use caution during the storm, as icy conditions continue to cause power outages, hazardous travel, and emergency response activity across New Hampshire.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Monadnock Region from late Sunday night through Monday evening, warning of mixed precipitation, significant ice accumulation, and hazardous driving conditions for the Monday morning commute.