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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

Keene Local News – Friday, October 23rd, 2026 – New Hampshire News