Daily editionFriday, September 11th, 2026
Good morning, Keene.
The 5AM Keene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of September.
Business
Apple has announced new Audio Intelligence features for the Apple Watch, including Live Rewind and Siri Recap, which may raise legal risks under New Hampshire consent laws.
Experts warn the changes could cause privacy issues + breach recording rules, though Apple says the audio is processed securely.
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Culture
WMUR will air its special '9/11: New Hampshire Remembers' at 8 p.m. today on WMUR-TV — the program invites viewers to reflect on the events of Sept. 11 and honor those lost.
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Bob Smith (97-year-old Army Air Corps veteran) from Hollis recalled how the surge in patriotism after Sept. 11 mirrored the unity he felt when he enlisted during WWII, noting both moments stirred his deep pride in serving his country.
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Government
Downtown business owners urge the city (via Coffee and Hard Hats meeting) to consider free parking, improved traffic and expanded Pumpkin Fest access as utility work continues in Central Square; Finance, Organization and Personnel Committee will review free parking on Thursday at City Hall while construction lasts until December 2028.
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