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Daily editionFriday, October 23rd, 2026

Good morning, Keene.

The 5AM Keene Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.

Education

  1. Voters across New Hampshire will decide in November on Question 2, a measure to cap school district property tax growth.

    The ballot requires 60% in each town, and in shared districts, a combined vote may be needed (this could limit budgets with changes tied to inflation and new construction).

    WMURRead more

Health

  1. A sleep consultant advised parents to shift children's bedtimes 10 minutes earlier each day starting Monday so they can smoothly adjust for daylight saving time on Nov. 1 in Keene.

    The advice includes beginning earlier on Halloween evenings to reduce sugar-induced energy that may hinder sleep.

    WMURRead more

Real Estate

  1. A developer said over 20 new apartments will come to Main Street in downtown Keene by 2027.

    The project will add housing options for residents.

    The Keene SentinelRead more