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Meet Jade Adams, NH’s 2025 Kid Governor. The 10-year-old from Harrisville is championing a statewide ban on animal testing with bold plans and bunny power.

Keene State College faced a campus-wide power outage Wednesday after squirrel damage to equipment. Power was restored within 45 minutes.

Brush fire in Acworth burns 6 acres, destroys cabin. Over 100 firefighters battled tough terrain for 12 hours; cause under investigation. No injuries reported.

Keene advances its “Vision Keene 2020 Forward” master plan, prioritizing balanced growth, infrastructure, climate adaptation, and public input.

A Jaffrey man will likely face charges after Police say he discarded a lit cigarette and ignited a brush fire in Rindge.

Vermont man Scott Machuga, 42, arrested for assault and disorderly conduct at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital; court appearance set for today.

Broadcasting pioneer Ira Wilner, honored for his 50-year career, received the VAB Distinguished Service Award, highlighting his impact on Vermont and NH media.

Rollover crash on Route 119 in Winchester injures 2, closes road; 1 airlifted to Worcester, another sent to Keene. Utility pole damage prompts repairs.

Four-vehicle crash on Route 9 in Chesterfield injures one. Police seek witnesses; contact Officer Gordon at 603-363-4233 or sgordon@pd.chesterfield.nh.gov.

The Keene Public Works Department is set to begin overnight leaf collection in the downtown area this week, using electric leaf blowers and other equipment. The work kicks off late Thursday night, Nov. 21, and will focus on several key streets, including Court Street, Washington Street and Main Street.