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2 weeks ago

New Hampshire Officials Warn of Fake Court Text Scam Targeting Residents

New Hampshire officials are warning residents about a surge in scam text messages posing as court notices, urging people to avoid clicking links or sending money.

2 weeks ago

Cuts to Staff Positions and Programs Seen as Solutions to Jaffrey-Rindge Budget

More than 20 staff positions, a universal pre-kindergarten program and a childcare program for district staff are on the chopping block as SAU 47 looks to make up $1.5 million.

2 weeks ago

Internal Candidate Selected to Lead Monadnock Peer Support

Monadnock Peer Support has named longtime staff member Melissa Callender as acting executive director,

2 weeks ago

Eversource Communications Director Updates Storm Outages, Restoration Efforts on WKBK Morning Show

Eversource Communications Director William Hinkle told WKBK Radio listeners Tuesday morning that most storm-related outages in the Monadnock Region are expected to be restored quickly after overnight winds.

2 weeks ago

UPDATED: Statewide Patrols Target Impaired Driving Across New Hampshire on St. Patrick’s Day

More than 60 New Hampshire police agencies will conduct statewide patrols on St. Patrick’s Day targeting impaired drivers to improve road safety

2 weeks ago

Keene Roads to Close Tonight for Annual Amphibian Migration

Keene roads close tonight as frogs and salamanders begin their annual “Big Night” migration to local breeding wetlands.

2 weeks ago

Driver, Child Injured After Rollover Crash on Route 202 in Rindge

A driver and a 5-year-old child were injured after an SUV rollover on Route 202 in Rindge. The child was flown to a Worcester hospital as a precaution.

2 weeks ago

Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected Across Cheshire County

Heavy rain and gusty winds are expected in Cheshire County from Monday afternoon through Tuesday, raising the risk of flooding and power outages.

3 weeks ago

Keene Officials Review $66 Million Infrastructure Plan, Approve Grants and Funding Changes

Keene officials reviewed a $66 million capital plan Thursday and approved funding changes, grants, and infrastructure projects across multiple city departments.

3 weeks ago

Monadnock Humane Society Director Discusses Major Dog Rescue on WKBK’s “Good Morning with Dan Mitchell”

Monadnock Humane Society director Kathy Collinsworth discussed a 47-dog rescue and fundraising needs Friday on WKBK’s Good Morning With Dan Mitchell.

3 weeks ago

UPDATED: Part of Route 123 Closed as Crews Search Cold River in Alstead–Langdon

Emergency crews closed part of Route 123 in Alstead and Langdon Thursday evening while searching the Cold River for a juvenile reported in the water.

3 weeks ago

Keene Committee Backs Downtown Events During Construction, Farmers Market Use of City Property

Keene councilors backed downtown mini-festivals during construction, plus approvals for the Farmers Market and a July 4 celebration.

3 weeks ago

Local Puppy Mill Shut Down; Monadnock Humane Society Seeks Donations After Rescuing 47 Dogs

After rescuing 47 dogs from a decade-long puppy mill, Monadnock Humane Society is asking for donations to help cover rescue costs.

3 weeks ago

Crews Battle Attic Fire At Swanzey Home; No Injuries Reported

Firefighters from several towns responded to a second-alarm attic fire at a Sprague Lane home in Swanzey Thursday morning; no injuries were reported.

3 weeks ago

Winchester Police Warn Businesses About Movie Prop Money Circulating in Cheshire County

Police are warning Cheshire County businesses about realistic movie prop $20 bills being used in transactions and urging cashiers to closely check currency.

3 weeks ago

Cheshire County Town Meeting Elections and Warrant Votes: Several Incumbents Defeated as Voters Weigh Budgets and Local Projects

Voters across Cheshire County cast ballots Tuesday for local offices, school boards and budgets as several races and spending plans drew close attention.

3 weeks ago

Diesel Spill in Fitzwilliam Prompts Hazmat Response

A diesel spill from a tractor-trailer on Route 12 in Fitzwilliam prompted a hazmat response Tuesday, with crews working to contain about 100 gallons of fuel.

3 weeks ago

Park Theatre’s Steve Jackson Promotes Jaffrey Shamrock Fest, State’s Only St. Patrick’s Day Parade, on WKBK

Park Theatre managing director Steve Jackson previewed Jaffrey’s Shamrock Fest and the state’s only St. Patrick’s Day parade during a Tuesday interview on WKBK.

3 weeks ago

SEO (Search Engine Optimization): Possibly the Most Misunderstood and Misrepresented Digital Marketing Strategy | Monadnock Local Experts

Many businesses chase page-one Google rankings, but SEO alone won’t drive real growth. Building brand recognition is what turns searches into customers.

3 weeks ago

Snow-Laden Roof Collapse Triggers Propane Leak at Fitzwilliam Lumber Facility

A roof collapse caused by heavy snow at a Fitzwilliam lumber company Monday morning released thousands of gallons of propane and temporarily shut down Route 12.

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