Daily editionThursday, September 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Keene.
The 5AM Keene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of September.
Business
Frisky Cow is planning to relocate its storefront this fall and will serve year-round gelato at a new Keene location.
The owner said the move will help meet growing demand.
The Keene SentinelRead more
Economy
Granite Shore Power asked Eversource to assess a 350 MW facility interconnection for its nearly 400-acre Merrimack Station site in Bow.
The viability study (estimated at $75,000) was filed with FERC in April, though no redevelopment plan has been decided.
WMURRead more
Education
On Wednesday, Sept. 2, the Department of Education released student assessment data showing NH test scores improving as students returned to class.
Math proficiency is now at 44 percent—a two-point increase—while reading and writing scores for grades three to five rose three to five points.
WMURRead more
Government
Keene Parks and Recreation Department will hold a community feedback session (later this month) to gather ideas for renovating Robin Hood Park.
Residents are invited to share suggestions as the city shapes the park’s future.
The Keene SentinelRead more
Health
Cheshire Medical Center held a ribbon-cutting on Tuesday in Keene to unveil its new linear accelerator (designed to treat more cancer patients).
The Keene SentinelRead more