UPDATE – Spring Water Flushing Schedule 4/23/26
In addition to the previously released list for the first week of flushing, East Surry Road and Court Street have been added to tonight’s flushing schedule. Work will be performed […]
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Lane Closure: School Street 4/24/26
The City of Keene Public Works Department announces that School Street will be reduced to one lane alternating traffic between Court Street and Leverett Street on Friday, April 24, from […]
Drainage Maintenance and Beaver Management at Keene Airport
The City is addressing drainage issues on Keene Airport property to protect public infrastructure and maintain safe operations. Visible water level changes may be noticeable, but the water is simply […]
Traffic Impacts and Detours for Dinsmoor Woods Red Pine Harvest
The City of Keene is notifying residents and commuters of anticipated traffic impacts and detour routes associated with the upcoming red pine harvest in Dinsmoor Woods. Work is scheduled to […]
Construction Project Updates 4/20-4/25/26
The City of Keene Public Works Department announces the following construction activities and traffic impacts beginning April 20-25, 2026. Please plan ahead, use caution, and follow all posted traffic control. The […]
Spring Water System Flushing – First Week Street List
Begins Sunday, 4/19/26 at 10:00 PM The City of Keene Public Works Department will begin its annual spring water main flushing program on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 10:00 PM. Work […]
Upcoming Construction Projects 4/17-4/21
The City of Keene Public Works Department announces the following construction activities and traffic impacts for April 17-21, 2026. Please plan ahead, use caution, and follow all posted traffic control. The […]
Spring Book Sale- Friends of Keene Public Library
The Friends of the Keene Public Library play a vital role in enhancing library services beyond what is funded by the City, supporting programs, events, equipment, museum passes, and volunteer […]
Keene Dillant-Hopkins Airport (EEN) Reconstruct Taxiway ‘A’ (3,500’ x 35’) Reconstruct Taxiway ‘A3’ (440’ x 35’) and Reconstruct Taxiway ‘T’ (250’ x 25’)
Keene Dillant-Hopkins Airport (EEN) is working on a taxiway reconstruction project on the airfield for taxiways ‘A’, A3’ and ‘T’. The existing pavement has served its design life and is […]
New Online Service Portal for Permitting, Zoning, and Inspections
We have launched a streamlined online service portal for residents, contractors, and business owners to streamline the permitting, zoning, and inspection process. The transition is in response to community feedback, […]
Road Closure: Island Street at Winchester Street 4/13/26
Starting on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM the City’s contractor, SUR Construction West, Inc, will be installing concrete sidewalk on Island Street. During hours of construction Island Street at […]
Spring Water System Flushing Begins 4/12/26
***Spring flushing start date has been moved to 4/19/26*** The City of Keene Public Works Department will begin its annual spring water main flushing program on Sunday, April 12, 2026 […]
Community Recognition KSC Men’s Basketball
This 2025-26 Basketball season was a rebuilding year following a Division 3 Final 16 appearance last season, and with the loss of the teams 2 leading scorers Octavio Brito, Division […]
Community Recognition – Dr. Lito Amit
It is an honor to recognize Dr. Lito Amit, a 2026 New Hampshire Union Leader 40 Under Forty honoree, for his outstanding contributions to education, innovation, and our community. Dr. […]
Barbara Tremblay Proclamation- March 14, 2026
On March 14, 2026, Mayor Jay V. Kahn proclaimed “Barbara S. Tremblay Day” to honor a lifelong Keene resident and distinguished educator whose career has spanned over forty years. From […]
Ron Farina Proclamation- March 18, 2026
On March 18, 2026, Mayor Jay V. Kahn officially proclaimed “Ron Farina Day” to celebrate the 88th birthday and extraordinary civic legacy of a lifelong Keene resident. A proud graduate […]
Judy Putnam Proclamation- March 24, 2026
On March 24, 2026, Mayor Jay Kahn officially proclaimed “Judith H. Putnam Day” in honor of Ms. Putnam’s remarkable 34-year tenure on the Keene Public Library Board of Trustees. Since […]
Notice of Posted Roads
The Public Works Engineering Division announces that the following city roads will have a 6 Ton Load Limit effective Thursday, March 5, 2026. This will be enforced until May 1, […]
Keene High School 2026 Winter Sports Accolades
Tonight, the Keene City Council honors a few Keene High School Winter Sports athletes who demonstrated outstanding achievements at state competitions. Their awards are the result of years of mentoring […]
Capital Improvement Program Public Meetings – Public Participation is Encouraged
The City Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2027-2036 will be reviewed in upcoming public meetings. These meetings start Tuesday, March 10th. The proposed plan will be reviewed by […]