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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Keene Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Residents to Check Appliance Recalls, Maintain Ventilation Systems, and Test Smoke & CO Alarms
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThe Keene Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Residents to Check Appliance Recalls, Maintain Ventilation Systems, and Test Smoke & CO Alarms In response to several recent residential fires, the […]
Martin Luther King Day Comments at Human Rights Committee’s Community Leaders Breakfast
MLK’s vision for a beloved community was a just, humane, and nonviolent community where everyone is treated with dignity and possesses equal rights. That in a beloved community, people from […]
Steve Levy Proclamation- January 15, 2026
Mayor Kahn presented a proclamation on January 15th to honor Steve Levy for his nearly five-decade legacy as the owner of Toy City, a Keene landmark since 1972. As Steve […]
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER Availability of Monitoring Data for Unregulated Contaminants
Public Water System Name: KEENE WATER DEPARTMENT PWS ID: 1241010 Our water system has sampled for a series of unregulated contaminants. Unregulated contaminants are those to help EPA decide whether […]
We’re Clearing Storm Drains – A Little Help Today Can Make a Big Difference
If you’re willing and able, clearing snow and slush from the storm drain near your home or business can be a big help. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing […]
Important Information About Sewer Backups
If your sewer backs up, call the City Public Works Department right away. Weekdays 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM: (603) 352-6550Nights, weekends, and holidays: (603) 352-2222 (Keene Police Dispatch) What […]
City of Keene Implements Minimum Charge for Scale-Based Disposal at Transfer Station
The City of Keene Public Works Department has implemented an updated fee policy at the Recycling Center and Transfer Station designed to reduce delays, improve traffic flow, and streamline service […]
New Weight Restrictions on Spring Street and Beaver Street Bridges
Effective December 1, 2025, the City of Keene is implementing weight limits on two existing bridges: Spring Street over Beaver Brook and Beaver Street over Beaver Brook. This is due […]
Keene’s Historic Italian Neighborhood
The Keene Heritage Commission presents an interactive story map exploring the heart of Keene’s historic Italian neighborhood — an area once home to generations of Italian families who built community, culture, and craftsmanship […]
Invasive Species Removal Workday – November 11, 2025
Join the Keene Conservation Commission: Help us remove invasive species from the Eastern Ave. Rail Trail on November 11, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM. No experience needed, just […]
18-22 Elliot Street, Structure Fire, MAYDAY
18-22 Elliot St, Structure Fire, MAYDAY Keene, NH, November 6, 2025: Date of Incident: November 6, 2025Time of Call: 08:10 amFirst Unit on Scene Time: 08:13 amUnits Back in Quarters: […]
20 Elliot Street Structure Fire
Fire Substantially Under Control, Crews Remain On Scene November 6, 2025, 10:50 A.M.: The Keene Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire at 20 Elliot Street in Keene this […]
Ballot Questions – What Yes and No Mean
Keene’s Municipal General Election will be held on November 4, 2025. In addition to voting for City positions, there will be two questions on the ballot. The first question is about […]
Keene Community Power Renewed until December 2027
The City has renewed its Keene Community Power program, with new prices for the period December 2025 until December 2027. Keene Community Power is a group purchasing program operated by […]
Invasive Species Removal Workday – October 13, 205
Join the Keene Conservation Commission: Help us remove invasive Japanese Knotweed from Robin Hood Park on October 13, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. No experience needed, just bring […]