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7 hours ago

Second Victim Dies After Early-Morning House Fire in Troy

A 24-year-old woman has died after a Troy house fire that also killed a 56-year-old man

10 hours ago

Driver Cited After Allegedly Leaving Scene of Crash Involving Dog in Putney

A New Hampshire woman is facing a charge after police say she struck a dog with her vehicle on a rainy Putney road and failed to remain at the scene.

14 hours ago

Federal Investigation Launched Into ConVal School District Over Restroom and Locker Room Policy

Federal officials are investigating the ConVal School District over its locker room policies, following a complaint alleging potential violations of Title IX.

2 days ago

Ted’s Shoe and Sport Expands Italy Trip Giveaway After Anniversary Sale Error

After a printing mistake during its 26th anniversary sale, Ted’s Shoe and Sport is opening its Italy trip giveaway to the entire community.

2 days ago

Volunteers Sought to Deliver Meals, Check in on Neighbors Across Keene

Meals on Wheels in Keene is seeking volunteers to help deliver daily meals and provide vital social connection to homebound residents across Cheshire County.

2 days ago

Fatal Early-Morning House Fire in Troy Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured

One person died and another is critically injured after a fast-moving early-morning house fire in Troy

3 days ago

Exhibit Explores Cheshire County’s Revolutionary-Era Divides

A new Keene exhibit opening April 15 examines how local residents navigated loyalty, conflict, and survival during the American Revolution.

3 days ago

Teddy Bear Clinic and Touch-A-Truck Event Brings Hands-on Health Education to Keene

Families are invited to a free April 25 event at Cheshire Medical Center featuring a Teddy Bear Clinic and emergency vehicle showcase.

3 days ago

Rindge Hiker Injured on Gap Mountain Assisted to Safety by Rescuers

A 42-year-old Rindge man was helped off Gap Mountain after slipping on wet rocks and injuring his leg during a Sunday afternoon hike.

6 days ago

Keene Finance Committee Advances Police Grant, Reviews Capital Plan and Downtown Restroom Options

Keene’s Finance Committee advanced a federal grant for police equipment and continued debate over the city’s long-term capital plan, including options for a proposed downtown public restroom.

6 days ago

Attic Fire Displaces Four At Meadow Road Home In Keene

A late-morning attic fire on Meadow Road left four people temporarily displaced Thursday, with no injuries reported.

7 days ago

Keene City Council Committee Discusses Downtown Project Update, Parking Enforcement and Tree Removal Plans

Keene officials reviewed downtown project bids, parking enforcement, forest management, and future infrastructure upgrades.

1 week ago

Monadnock United Way Launches Youth Day of Caring Across Region

Students in afterschool programs across the Monadnock Region will lead community service projects throughout April as part of a new Youth Day of Caring initiative.

1 week ago

Ted’s Shoe and Sport to Mark 26 Years in Keene with HOKA Day Sale and Community Giveback

A longtime Main Street retailer celebrates 26 years in business with a major sale and a buy-one, give-one donation to a local shelter.

1 week ago

Keene Montessori School Launches Tire Raffle to Support Early Childhood Programs

A Keene school is raising funds with a spring raffle offering a chance to win a $1,000 set of tires, with proceeds supporting programs for young children.

1 week ago

Swanzey Recount Keeps Same Result

Article 3, which would have built a new $1.2 million Public Works Facility still did not have enough votes to pass after the recount.

1 week ago

Stoddard Voters Approve $3.86M School Budget After Lengthy Debate

Stoddard voters approved a $3.86 million school budget after a crowded annual meeting, also backing limited open enrollment while rejecting a plan to shift a trust fund for special education costs.

1 week ago

Hiker Injured on Mount Monadnock Sunday

A Massachusetts hiker was rescued from Mount Monadnock after slipping on icy terrain, prompting a multi-agency response Sunday afternoon.

2 weeks ago

Keene Downtown Restroom Proposal, Capital Plan Topics of Discussion on WKBK Radio

Keene City Councilor Michele Chalice discussed the city’s proposed $442,000 downtown public restroom and broader Capital Improvement Plan during a recent appearance on WKBK Radio.

2 weeks ago

Weekend Pulse: 3/20-3/22

Live music, film, Irish dance and community events highlight a busy March weekend across the Monadnock Region and nearby Vermont.

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11 hours ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Thee Stallion takes 2 Broadway shows off after illness during ‘Moulin Rouge!’

Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital after "feeling very ill" while onstage on Broadway in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical." She later took to social media to explain...

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Bruce Springsteen brings ‘Streets of Minneapolis’ home as he launches US tour with ‘War’

Bruce Springsteen was in a defiant but upbeat mood as he returned Tuesday night to the "Streets of Minneapolis" to launch his latest...

12 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock’s home

The Army pilots who hovered two helicopters near Kid Rock's Tennessee home during a training run while he clapped and saluted have had their...

12 hours ago in Entertainment, Sports

Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993

The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...

6 days ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

6 days ago in Sports, Trending

Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

6 days ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

7 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Fetty Wap has a lot to say on ‘Zavier.’ It’s his first album since being released from prison

Fetty Wap is beaming so big, it is almost as if his smile enters the room before he does. And these days, the Paterson, New Jersey-born melodic rapper and singer has a lot to be happy about.

1 week ago in Entertainment

‘Stand by Me’ stars reflect on the movie, Rob Reiner and its return to theaters 40 years later

Jerry O'Connell, Corey Feldman and Wil Wheaton were already thinking about "Stand by Me" when Rob Reiner died in December. Just a week prior, the trio spent a weekend together attending some screenings of Reiner's beloved coming-of-age film, which was about to turn 40.