Local News from My Keene Now
18 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Food, Lifestyle, Local
Platz Beer Garden prepares to celebrate grand opening in historic Keene church
A historic downtown Keene church has been transformed into Platz Beer Garden, a European-inspired gathering space featuring 20 rotating taps, regional food, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. The venue celebrates its official grand opening Saturday, Nov. 7, with a full day of music, giveaways, special brewery appearances and more.
19 hours ago in Local
Jury Finds Annthoni Bliss Not Guilty in Death of Keene Toddler
Annthoni Bliss, 24, has been found not guilty of second-degree murder in connection with the January 2024 death of 23-month-old Luca Hudson. The verdict concludes a criminal case involving disputed medical evidence and an investigation into the toddler's fatal injuries.
24 hours ago in Local
Cheshire County Toys for Tots Seeks 40,000-Square-Foot Warehouse for Holiday Toy Distribution
Cheshire County Toys for Tots urgently needs a donated 40,000-square-foot warehouse to organize and distribute holiday toys to approximately 5,000 children.
1 day ago in Government, Local
Keene City Council Votes to Keep Single-Lane Traffic Plan for Central Square
Keene City Council voted 11–3 Thursday night to retain the planned single-lane traffic configuration across the north side of Central Square, rejecting a proposal to restore two lanes.
2 days ago in Government, Local
Keene City Council to Revisit Central Square Traffic Plan this Evening
Keene's City Council will revisit the proposed Central Square traffic configuration Thursday after a committee voted 4–1 to retain the Downtown Project's single-lane design. Mayor Jay Kahn says the arrangement could still change in the future
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