Cheshire County lands $936K in federal funding to modernize the SWNH Fire Mutual Aid radio system serving 78 agencies across three states.

Gov. Kelly Ayotte told lawmakers Thursday that New Hampshire is strong and prosperous, pointing to national rankings, budget discipline and new initiatives on housing, childcare and energy.

A kitchen fire at Cherry Garden on Main Street was quickly extinguished Wednesday after an automatic alarm alerted Keene firefighters, limiting damage.

New Hampshire officials are reassessing the state’s vehicle inspection program after the Executive Council rejected a short-term contract extension, leaving the state without an approved vendor as a federal court case continues.

New Hampshire officials are reassessing the state’s vehicle inspection program after the Executive Council rejected a short-term contract extension, leaving the state without an approved vendor as a federal court case continues.

Keene Ice & Snow Festival returns Saturday as Mark Rebillard previews ice carvings, free family events and downtown fun on WKBK Radio.

Voters across the Fall Mountain district restored funding to the proposed school budget, protected key programs and rejected a capital reserve contribution ahead of March balloting.

Swanzey voters reviewed and amended warrant articles Tuesday night, debating the town budget, a new public works building, zoning changes and the future of voting procedure.