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Storm damage seen across Keene, including at young mother's home where roof caved in
KEENE, N.H. — The city of Keene was hit hard by the storms on Tuesday night. Keene resident Amanda Hodgdon said one minute, there was heavy rain and winds, and the next minute, the roof caved in. She said she was sitting on a recliner with her 1-year-old daughter...
Local homeowners sought for design project
If you’re looking to build on your property, the Southwest Region Planning Commission is looking for you. Executive Director Todd Horner said the planning commission is seeking three to six Monadnock Region homeowners interested in adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to volunteer their properties as design case studies as part of the Monadnock Region ADU Design Challenge.
After 40+ years, Keene’s City Clerk announces retirement
KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – New Hampshire’s longest serving City Clerk has announced she’s retiring. Keene City Clerk Patty Little has written a letter to Mayor Jay Kahn and the Keene City Council announcing her retirement, effective April 30th, 2025. Little was appointed as City Clerk in 1981...
Numerous trees, branches knocked down in Milford
MILFORD, N.H. — Milford is one of the communities dealing with storm cleanup Wednesday after reports of numerous trees and branches coming down. One homeowner told WMUR the storm started around 7 p.m. and the sky was orange, with the rain falling sideways. On Alpine Road, trees fell onto...
Downtown Infrastructure Project plans up for final vote at tonight’s City Council meeting
KEENE, N.H. – (MyKeeneNow) The full Keene City Council will convene for a final vote at tonight’s meeting on plans for the Keene Downtown Infrastructure Improvement and Reconstruction project. The project aims to replace underground water, sewer, and stormwater utilities, some of which date back to the late...
Severe thunderstorms leave thousands of New Hampshire residents without power
Severe thunderstorms swept through New Hampshire, causing extensive damage to homes and leaving thousands without power. Areas in Southern and Central New Hampshire, including Keene, were particularly affected. Strong winds toppled trees and power lines, causing some to evacuate from homes deemed unsafe. “I know that it was pretty windy...
WATCH: SKY7-HD shows aerial view of storm damage in Milford, NH
MILFORD, N.H. (WHDH) - SKY7-HD provided an aerial view of Milford, New Hampshire Wednesday after strong storms swept through the area, causing widespread tree damage and knocking out power to many area homes. Stormy weather arrived in Milford near sunset Tuesday night as part of a larger line of storms...
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