Daily editionFriday, October 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Keene.
The 5AM Keene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.
Education
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
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
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