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2 weeks ago

National Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday; Five Area Sites Listed

Residents can safely dispose of unwanted and expired medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Several collection sites are listed in the Monadnock Region.

2 weeks ago

Keene Construction Projects Bring Traffic Changes, Parking Restrictions This Week

Keene construction projects this week include Central Square utility work, final paving on Marlboro Street, George Street Bridge replacement work and pool deck demolition at Robin Hood Park.

2 weeks ago

My Keene Now, WKNE Recognized at State Broadcasting Awards

My Keene Now took first place in the Digital Platform category, and WKNE’s Steve Hamel and Teri Pearsall earned a merit award at the 2025 Granite Mikes Awards, recognizing excellence in New Hampshire broadcasting.

2 weeks ago

Brattleboro Police Warn of High-Risk Sex Offender’s Expected Release

Brattleboro police are notifying residents that Brian Tinker, 67, a convicted sex offender classified as high risk to reoffend, is expected to be released from prison Saturday and reside in the area.

2 weeks ago

Sununu Outlines Healthcare, National Security and Government Reform Priorities on WKBK

Republican U.S. Senate candidate John Sununu discussed rural healthcare funding, Medicare Advantage coverage, national security, Social Security and congressional reform during a Friday appearance on Good Morning With Dan Mitchell on WKBK Radio.

2 weeks ago

Keene Council Hears Public Comment on Proposed Short-Term Rental Rules

Keene officials are considering new zoning standards for short-term rentals after a Thursday night City Council public hearing. The proposal would define the use, establish property standards and require local contacts for non-hosted rentals. The council also heard a proposal to convert a School Street outbuilding into a one-bedroom apartment.

2 weeks ago

Cheshire Medical Center to Close Winchester Family Medicine Clinic in November

Cheshire Medical Center will permanently close its Winchester Family Medicine clinic on Nov. 6, affecting approximately 1,400 patients. The health system plans to help patients transition to primary care providers in Keene.

2 weeks ago

N.H. Attorney General Rules 2025 Fatal Keene Police Shooting Legally Justified

New Hampshire Attorney General John Formella has ruled that five State Police troopers were legally justified in fatally shooting David Ward during a six-hour standoff in Keene on Aug. 12, 2025.

2 weeks ago

Meals on Wheels Needs Delivery Volunteers in Hinsdale, Keene

HCS is seeking Meals on Wheels volunteers to deliver meals to Hinsdale residents on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with additional opportunities available in Keene.

2 weeks ago

Keene Warns Residents and Businesses About Fraudulent Payment Requests

The City of Keene is alerting residents and businesses to fraudulent payment requests from scammers impersonating city officials. Officials recommend independently verifying unexpected invoices and payment instructions before sending money.

2 weeks ago

Keene Leaf Collection Program to Begin Nov. 9

Keene’s 2026 fall leaf collection program begins Nov. 9. Residents should have loose leaves and pine needles at the edge of their property by 6 a.m. on their street’s scheduled start date.

2 weeks ago

Jaffrey Man Dies in Head-On Crash on Route 12 in Marlborough

MARLBOROUGH, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) An 80-year-old Jaffrey man died Wednesday morning after a two-vehicle collision on Route 12 in Marlborough that…

2 weeks ago

Westmoreland’s Maplewood Nursing Home Earns National Recognition

Westmoreland’s Maplewood Nursing Home has been named one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2027 by Newsweek, ranking third among 74 facilities in New Hampshire and 20th in the Northeast.

2 weeks ago

Monadnock United Way Sets $1.5 Million Fundraising Goal for 2026 Campaign

Monadnock United Way is aiming to raise $1.525 million by year’s end to support more than 30 local programs addressing housing, food insecurity, child care and other community needs, Director Liz LaRose told WKBK Radio’s Dan Mitchell.

2 weeks ago

Fatal Crash Closes Route 12 in Marlborough

A fatal two-vehicle crash near Webb Depot Road has closed Route 12 in Marlborough. One person died at the scene, and another sustained significant injuries. Traffic is being diverted onto nearby roads as authorities investigate.

3 weeks ago

Cheshire Medical Center to Host Colon Health Workshop in Keene

Cheshire Medical Center will host a free Oct. 20 workshop in Keene featuring gastroenterologist Dr. Suzannah Luft, who will discuss colorectal cancer screening, warning signs, nutrition and ways to reduce risk.

3 weeks ago

Halloween And Spooky Season in the Monadnock Region

From haunted houses and costume swaps to horror movies, trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating and Halloween parties, the Monadnock Region has plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season from Oct. 13 through Halloween.

3 weeks ago

Keene Housing Market Shows Signs of Stabilizing, Realtor Tells WKBK

Keene-area home prices and inventory are shifting after years of intense competition, but rising taxes, heating costs and real estate scams continue to challenge buyers and sellers, local agent Robin Smith told WKBK’s Randy Filiault.

3 weeks ago

Central Square Construction Continues With Lane Restrictions, Parking Closures

Downtown Keene drivers will encounter lane restrictions, possible intersection closures and reduced parking Oct. 12-16 as crews continue water main installation and service connections around Central Square.

3 weeks ago

Keene Pumpkin Festival Brings Fall Fun Downtown Saturday

Keene’s Pumpkin Festival returns Saturday, Oct. 17, with thousands of student-carved pumpkins, live entertainment, a costume parade, downtown trick-or-treating and a new layout to accommodate construction.

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20 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Brewers fans flood Milwaukee streets for a long-awaited World Series victory celebration

It was only fitting that the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their first World Series title with a beer-soaked celebration worthy of their name. "We've had way too many parade beers," team captain and designated hitter Christian Yelich said Friday at a rally that capped a daylong party with fans.

1 day ago in Sports

Love throws 3 TD passes as the Packers beat the Panthers 27-19

Jordan Love realizes the Green Bay Packers need to finish better. They started out well enough Thursday night that their fourth-quarter struggles didn't really matter.

1 day ago in Sports

Red Wings suspend Dylan Larkin after GM says his agent told team he would no longer play for Detroit

The Detroit Red Wings have suspended Dylan Larkin without pay and taken him off the roster after they said his agent told the team the center will no longer play for the franchise, growing frustrated by its inability to move him months after he asked for a trade.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope in history to vote in a US general election

Pope Leo XIV has become the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election. The Vatican confirmed Friday that the Chicago-born pontiff had submitted a mail-in ballot in Chicago ahead of November's midterm elections, citing his long-standing belief in civic participation.

2 days ago in Sports

Gray scores 23 points to help hot-shooting Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 of WNBA Finals

The Atlanta Dream's shooters finally found some daylight. And as a result, the Dream's goal of winning their first WNBA championship is still shining bright.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Brewers beat the Rays 4-1 in Game 5 to win the first World Series title in franchise history

The small-ball Milwaukee Brewers playing in the smallest market in the majors are World Series champions for the first time. Hey, Milwaukee: grab a brat, raise a beer and prepare for that parade.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Rays stun Brewers with 2-run rally in 12th inning and force World Series Game 5 with 4-3 win

Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Camerino started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third. Thousands of Brewers fans who trekked to Tropicana Field to witness the long-awaited moment started to cheer. Not so fast.

4 days ago in Sports, Trending

Rays put on the brink of World Series flop by Brewers’ historic 8-run, 2-out surge

Milwaukee became the first team to score eight runs with two outs in a World Series inning, routing the Rays 10-1 on Monday night to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

5 days ago in Sports, Trending

Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know

The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

1 week ago in Sports

Thunder star and NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 20-point streak ends at 141 games

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander decided it was time for his record streak of 20-point games to end. The Oklahoma City star's run of 141 consecutive regular season contests with at least 20 points ended Thursday night when he subbed himself out toward the end of a game against the Denver Nuggets.