Terri Hood, New City Clerk
Please join us in congratulating Terri Hood on her official swearing in as Keene’s new City Clerk! Terri brings a wealth of experience to this role, having already dedicated years […]
Category: News
4/29/2025 Keene Police Officer-Involved Shooting
The Keene Police Officer-involved shooting that occurred on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, is a tragedy for everyone involved, and we sincerely appreciate the public’s concern. We also understand that this […]
Keene Parking Updates – New Wells Garage Options and Zone Flexibility Improvements
We are happy to share some upcoming enhancements to parking in downtown Keene, made possible by changes in demand and inspired directly by your feedback. We have added some convenient […]
Parking Bans – *New* Scheduled Maintenance
The Public Works Director will declare parking bans as necessary to facilitate overnight street and parking lot maintenance operations. During a ban, no vehicles can be parked overnight on City […]
Antioch University 60th Anniversary Proclamation
Mayor Kahn read a proclamation at Antioch University New England’s (AUNE) 60th anniversary celebration to declare February 21st, 2025 to be Antioch University New England Day in Keene, and celebrate […]
Keene High School Boys Basketball Proclamation- March 20, 2025
Mayor Kahn presented the KHS Boys Basketball Team with a proclamation that the City of Keene proudly honors the 2025 Keene High School Boys Basketball team for their remarkable season, […]
Keene High School Boys Wrestling Proclamation- March 20, 2025
Mayor Kahn presented the KHS Boys Wrestling team with a proclamation to recognize and commend the KHS Boys Wrestling Team, and coaches for their exceptional 2024-2025 season. Their accomplishments highlight […]
Anna Dumond Proclamation- February 29, 2025
Mayor Kahn presented Anna Dumond a proclamation on February 29th, 2025 congratulating her for her exceptional achievements and dedication. Anna Dumond began her skiing career at the young age of […]
City Food Inspections Continue In Good Hands Without Interruption
Ryan Lawliss will continue providing food inspection services for Keene. Ryan joined the City’s Community Development Department in 2019. In addition to his Housing Inspector qualifications, he has also completed […]
2025 Road Rehabilitation Project
The City of Keene will begin construction activities for the 2025 Road Rehabilitation Project on Friday, April 18, 2025. This important infrastructure initiative will enhance roadway conditions across multiple neighborhoods, […]
Sewer Rehabilitation Project
Begins Monday, April 7, 2025 As part of the City of Keene sewer rehabilitation program, Insituform Technologies will clean and install liner inside existing sewer mains (pipelines) on the following […]
National Immigration Law Center Info
The National Immigration Law Center provides online resources, including general information about what to do if you are stopped, arrested, or detained by immigration or other law enforcement. NILC Document: […]
Keene Public Library Hosts New York Times Bestselling Children’s Illustrator Alexandra Bye for Women’s History Month!
Calling all aspiring artists, illustrators, and comic creators! Keene Public Library will host Alexandra Bye, a New York Times Bestselling Children’s Illustrator, for a discussion and hands- on illustration program […]
Keene Public Library Welcomes Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Tillie Walden this April!
Keene Public Library is thrilled to welcome Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Tillie Walden to speak this April! The author will visit at 5:30pm on April 9th in the library’s Heberton Hall. […]
Mayors Past & Present Story Circle Video Available for Viewing
In honor of Keene’s 150th anniversary as a city, a special storytelling event occurred on Friday, November 8th. Historian Alan Rumrill presented a short history of how Keene evolved from an […]
Winter Parking Ban
WINTER PARKING BAN NOVEMBER 1 THRU APRIL 30 Between November 1 and April 30 there is no parking permitted on any City street between the hours of 1:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. […]
Volunteers Needed – City Boards and Commissions
The City of Keene has vacancies on the following City Boards and Commissions: To get more information on what each board is involved in go to the Boards and Commissions page. […]
Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Public Workshop on February 27th
The City of Keene will host a public workshop for the 2025 Keene Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Hazard Mitigation Plans help residents and local officials understand what hazards affect the […]
Black History Month
February is Black History Month and the Keene Public Library has resources for your use throughout the month and during school vacation week. Student art collected by the City’s Human […]
Mayor Kahn’s Keene High Youth Council – Become a Member!
Mayor Kahn’s Keene High Youth Council was formed to ensure that student perspectives are incorporated into the City of Keene’s services and plans, and to help young adults in our region […]