2 hours ago in Government, Local

Keene Councilors Advance “Functional Family” Zoning Ordinance

The Planning, Licenses and Development Committee advanced a zoning ordinance updating the city's definition of "family" to comply with state law.

21 hours ago in Local

More Than 1,600 Sign Petition Calling for New State Law After Keene Student’s Death

A petition inspired by the death of a Keene Middle School student has gathered more than 1,600 signatures as supporters push for a new state law addressing bullying-related suicides.

1 day ago in Local

July 6 Start Date Announced for Keene Downtown Infrastructure Project

Construction on Keene’s Downtown Infrastructure Project is set to begin July 6, city officials announced during the first Coffee and Hard Hats monthly forum Wednesday morning.

1 day ago in Local, Sports

SwampBats Remain Undefeated

The Keene SwampBats remained unbeaten after battling the Upper Valley Nighthawks to an 11-inning tie. Strong pitching performances from Aiden O’Connell and Andrew Lepine, along with Jackson Smith’s speed on the bases, helped Keene rally twice and earn the draw.

3 hours ago in Entertainment

‘Doctor Who’ future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits

The galaxy-hopping hero of "Doctor Who" has survived many narrow escapes and reinventions over more than six decades. But is time finally up for the BBC science fiction series that has entertained generations of fans?

2 days ago in Entertainment

Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings

Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a trust his parents established for him, saying he needs it to help in his defense against charges that he killed them.

2 days ago in Entertainment

With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive

Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.

3 days ago in Entertainment

‘Scary Movie’ tops box office, slaying ‘Masters of the Universe’ and adding to low-budget streak

The summer box office is booming — but not because of the usual suspects. After three weeks of indie horror dominance at the box office, the slasher spoof "Scary Movie" topped ticket sales with $55 million over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, easily besting the far-from-mighty "Masters of the Universe."