Daily editionThursday, July 16th, 2026
Good morning, Keene.
The 5AM Keene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Business
Buckley’s Burgers and Steaks now offers a signature steak dish featuring sugar-cured sirloin, Gorgonzola mashed potatoes, garlic green beans and red wine demi-glace at its Portsmouth location.
Available alongside its Merrimack and Hampton branches, the dish reflects Chef Charlie Cicero’s four decades of creating simple, satisfying flavors.
WMURRead more
Environment
Wildfires in Canada have given Monadnock a red sun — leaving skies hazy as locals note changes in air quality.
The atmospheric effects may continue as the fires persist nearby.
The Keene SentinelRead more
Accidents
A basement fire in downtown Keene damaged a commercial building three weeks ago — keeping the restaurant closed.
The Keene SentinelRead more