Daily editionThursday, October 15th, 2026
Good morning, Keene.
The 5AM Keene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Community
Monadnock United Way aims to raise $1.525 million by year’s end to support over 30 local programs addressing housing+food insecurity and child care after launching its campaign at Keene Country Club in late September; the organization also runs a winter coat drive accepting donations until Oct. 23.
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Culture
Today on NH Chronicle, Troy Ramey shares how he turned personal challenges into hopeful music (a segment that also explores why Mr Bluebird stays in Keene through winter), connecting community stories to local culture.
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Government
Gov. Ayotte aims to expand the Community College Promise—making community college free for students with family incomes below $100,000—to community colleges as part of the Governor’s state budget.
The initiative, set for fall 2027, will target workforce needs in aviation, healthcare and automotive sectors.
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