(MyKeeneNow) – A motor vehicle crash is disrupting traffic on a section of Route 10 in West Swanzey and cut power to many residents.adButlerLazyLoad("1676332847579610030",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); and residents have begun reporting power outages in the area New England 511 Traffic is reporting traffic is backed up between the intersection with North Winchester Street and the Cheshire Horse The Swanzey Police Department is asking drivers to seek alternate routes No further details are available about the crash at this point Eversource initially estimated that the nearly 1,200 people affected by the outage would have their power restored by 6:30 p.m. and later delayed it until 8 p.m.adButlerLazyLoad("962831259120031456",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); This page will be updated as more information becomes available Abbie is News Director and an award-winning reporter for Monadnock Media Group recognized several times by the New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters Abbie can be reached by email at atrombly@wkbkradio.com A vacant Keene home under renovation was destroyed in an early morning fire causing $375K in damages and prompting a multi-town firefighter response Keene police officer Jake Dube identified in April 29 shooting that left Cullen Costa hospitalized; investigation into the incident is ongoing Brattleboro police are investigating a South Main Street shooting that left one man hospitalized and temporarily closed nearby roads Saturday night Eric Gagne joins My Keene Now & Next to preview Keene’s Thing in the Spring festival Keene City Council approves traffic changes and hears updates on downtown projects and the 2025-26 budget at May 1 meeting Be sure you have your GPS enabled and try again An official website of the United States government Open Search  Mobile Menu The Bureau of Land Management will host a wild horse and burro placement event offering a limited number of excess animals gathered from western rangelands Around 70 animals from different herd management areas are expected to be available for adoption at the event which will be open to the public from 8 a.m Appointments are preferred if you are interested in adopting at this event. On both days, placements will occur in one-hour increments (five appointments per hour). Appointments can be made via email at BLM_ES_NSDO_WHB@blm.gov The BLM requests all potential buyers and adopters to disclose their top three preferred time slots when making appointments.  Bring a printed copy of your approved application if submitted online.    To qualify to adopt a wild horse or burro:    For questions about this event or to make an appointment, please contact the Northeastern States District Office at BLM_ES_NSDO_WHB@blm.gov or (800) 293-1781.  The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations An official website of the Department of the Interior Stewards of the Yale Toumey Forest plan to take down many more of the forest’s red pines over the next two years due to an infestation of an invasive species that kills the trees Yale University has been cutting red pines and replacing them with other species since long before the pest’s discovery last year in preparation for an eventual infestation director of forest and agricultural operations Although cutting down trees might seem counterintuitive to promoting forest health Orefice explained the issue is more complicated and cuttings can be positive for the forest ecosystem which owns and manages the 1,930-acre forest in Swanzey and Keene became aware of the infestation last summer when the N.H Division of Forests and Lands identified the invasive species The pest kills the trees by latching onto them and extracting nutrients an official with the forests and lands division previously said an infestation is essentially a death sentence for the trees which Yale School of Environment students use for research and to learn sustainable forestry management practices led Keene to proactively remove red pines in city parks and to recently cut down a swath of these trees in Wheelock Park The trees will be replaced with a variety of other species and more cuttings are planned in Keene in the future the city’s director of parks and recreation Orefice said the red pines in the Yale forest were planted to be harvested for lumber but lose their value once dead Plans call for taking down many of the trees in the next couple of years before this occurs Some of the dead standing trees will be left because of the benefits they provide wildlife in the area “What’s hard is people simplify: Cutting a tree is bad “Good forest management is about the conditions you’re creating And so it’s not really about whether you cut a tree or not It’s whether you created a condition that put that forest in a successful path for regenerating new trees or maybe growing the existing trees better.” The university is using a process of natural regeneration to replace the red pines that are cut down who explained that this means relying on seeds that are naturally in the environment Another benefit of natural regeneration is the trees that grow are native to the region “We know enough about the ecology of these trees to just be able to manipulate the light conditions that reach the understory to obtain the type of regeneration that we would like,” Orefice said Orefice also pointed out that wood is a renewable resource “We’re trying to just salvage some of the value while creating a condition that’s going to … be a healthy He said plans call for cutting down most of the red pines explaining it’s not good for the forest ecology to eliminate all of the trees that are going die because of the benefits they provide he said: “They’re like a kitchen pantry” for wildlife Dead trees left standing can be a safety hazard for people and it’s better to remove them before they die the Yale Toumey Forest does not have any hiking trails The infestation discovered there last summer is just the most recent local turn of an outbreak of red pine scale in southern New Hampshire The first documented infestation occurred in Bear Brook State Park in 2012 Several acres of red pines were removed there and replaced with a variety of species Nearby communities where infestations have been identified include Fitzwilliam according to the University of New Hampshire When it comes to forest management in the state “And if one goal overshadows all the other that’s where things can be detrimental,” he said Sophia Keshmiri can be reached at 603-283-0725 or skeshmiri@keenesentinel.com you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users N.H (MyKeeneNow) – The Swanzey Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teen Thursday and has not been heard from since.adButlerLazyLoad("4574259112193309168",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Carter is described as 5’11” and 170 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes Police believed he may be in the Central New Hampshire area on Monday the Swanzey Police Department said that Carter could possibly be in the Boston or Greater Boston area and there were possible sightings of him as a passenger in a black Volkswagen with bumper damage.adButlerLazyLoad("3128006491225901325",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Police also noted that all cellphones and social media accounts that Carter has have been turned off Anyone who has seen Carter or has information on his whereabouts should contact the Cheshire County Dispatch at 603-355-2000 Foul play is not suspected in this case.adButlerLazyLoad("1262620882655475822",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); This page was updated at 9:30 Monday evening to reflect the update from Swanzey PD WEST SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A single-vehicle crash Friday disrupted traffic and caused power outages for nearly 1,200 Eversource customers.adButlerLazyLoad("2103535864471505045",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); between Winchester Street and Sawyers Crossing Road bringing down power lines across the roadway The downed wires led to significant traffic delays reducing Route 10 to a single lane between North Winchester Street and the Cheshire Horse Local authorities advised drivers to seek alternate routes while crews worked to clear the scene and restore power Eversource initially estimated that power would be restored by 6:30 p.m. The utility company dispatched repair crews to address the damage and restore electricity to the affected customers.adButlerLazyLoad("168110503358926389",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); no further details about the cause of the crash or any potential injuries have been released Authorities continue to investigate the incident Nicole Colson is the editor-in-chief of MyKeeneNow chair of the Fire Station Advisory Committee greets Cecilia Robinson and her children Levi as they leave the polls at Monadnock Regional Middle/High School in Swanzey Center on Tuesday morning Paul Liffond of Swanzey receives his ballot from Ballot Clerks Shirley Rediker and Denise Hitchock and School District Clerk Lillian Sutton Tuesday morning at the polls in Monadnock Regional Middle High School’s gym in Swanzey Center Sarah Tatro of Swanzey talks with her father-in-law as she waits in line to submit her ballot Tuesday morning at the polls in Monadnock Regional Middle/High School’s gym SWANZEY — The town is on track to get a new fire station at last but won’t be moving ahead with plans to buy out the privately owned West Swanzey Water Company Voters also on Tuesday put through an expansion of the selectboard from three members to five Mark Labelle won a three-way race to fill a three-year seat on the selectboard that will be vacated by current Chair Sylvester “Sly” Karasinski residents approved a plan for a new fire station to replace the one under town hall It was the seventh fire station plan put before the town in as many years Fire Chief Eric Mattson said he’s grateful to the voters “It’s a bit of a relief,” he said Wednesday morning “It’s been seven years of trying to make this go through.” voters accepted the need for a fire station because the project was “sized right and priced right.” Compared with last year’s failed proposal for a $5.28 million station the plan that went before voters at the polls Tuesday had a price tag of about $3.96 million according to a video posted on the town’s website Because there is already money available in the town’s fire station capital reserve account Plans for the new station at 321 Old Homestead Highway (Route 32) address health and safety issues by adding decontamination areas and separating garage space from offices and training areas up about 5 percent from the $7,961,500 budget voters approved last year Major increases include adding staff in public works and recreation and higher welfare costs according to information the selectboard provided to residents Residents turned down an article that would have had the town buy and improve the West Swanzey Water Company At the town’s deliberative session last month selectboard members and other residents spoke in favor of the plan to buy the company The selectboard had recommended voters approve the $6.4 million article which would have allowed the town to buy the water company replace the pump house and add a storage tank according to a fact sheet Town Administrator Michael Branley shared The system would have been purchased and improved using a low-interest loan from the state to come with significant principal forgiveness and to be paid off by users of the system through increased water rates A majority of voters approved of the water company plan but the 793-622 vote failed to get the three-fifths majority needed to pass A separate article that would have given the town permission to buy the company also failed to reach the two-thirds majority it needed Town residents also passed a petitioned warrant article that proposed expanding the selectboard from three members to five Current selectboard members had opposed the article while the petitioners argued the town’s growing population warrants increased representation Selectboard member Bill Hutwelker said on Wednesday the addition goes into effect at next year’s town meeting voters turned down a proposal to add a second polling location at Whitcomb Hall on Main Street Swanzey voters cast their ballots at Monadnock Regional Middle/High School Voters also turned down an amendment on the warrant by petition that would have prevented commercial development on most of Base Hill Road The amendment was not recommended by the planning board Residents of the road led the drive to get the amendment on the warrant in what they have described as an effort to protect natural areas and the character of their neighborhood The remainder of the articles on the warrant passed Abigail Ham can be reached at 603-355 8554 or aham@keenesentinel.com Email notifications are only sent once a day Tuesday, May 6, 1975 Read moreThis day in history, May 6 Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Across the Monadnock Region voters gathered for town meeting night to weigh in on critical local issues from multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects to school budgets and elections.adButlerLazyLoad("1119111397865437536",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Local elections saw new and returning officials take key leadership roles Here’s a breakdown of the key decisions made during this year’s town meetings: Swanzey voters decisively approved the construction of a new fire station and the purchase of the West Swanzey Water Co along with several other key warrant articles A long-debated plan (this year was the seventh time the article was on the ballot) to build a new fire station at 321 Old Homestead Highway passed overwhelmingly The $3.5 million project will replace the undersized and outdated Station #2 currently housed in the basement of Town Hall The funding package includes a $2.5 million bond $500,000 from the Fire Stations Capital Reserve Fund with the remaining funds coming from taxation and other sources The estimated tax impact is $0.15 per $1,000 of assessed value.adButlerLazyLoad("2028385111255763640",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Officials have been working for over a decade to replace Station #2 The new facility will provide modern fire department accommodations Construction is expected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026 Swanzey votersrejected a plan to buy and improve the privately owned West Swanzey Water Company; it didn’t receive the three-fifths of the majority vote needed Mark Labelle won a three-year term on the selectboard with 716 votes over Michael R Voters in the Jaffrey-Rindge school district turned down a $22.9 million plan to construct a new career and technical education facility at Conant Middle/High School in Jaffrey.adButlerLazyLoad("497498942608382064",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); they gave the green light to a $30,760,452 budget which had been reduced by approximately $3 million during last month’s deliberative session from the initial amount put forward by school officials Two contested races were decided in the ConVal School Board elections Edmunds won a three-year seat with 269 votes Curtis Hamilton secured a two-year term with 259 votes surpassing Victoria Yerkes (89).adButlerLazyLoad("2458739837456225976",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Voeter in Dublin and Francestown considered withdrawing from the ConVal School District but both measures failed to gain the necessary three-fifths majority The withdrawal efforts stemmed from a failed 2024 proposal to amend the district’s articles of agreement Voters approved the district’s $61.39 million operating budget with 2,503 votes in favor and 1,918 against the default budget of $60.49 million would have been implemented or a special meeting could have been called to address revisions A separate proposal to impose a spending cap on the school district at $29,000 per student was voted down The measure needed a three-fifths majority to pass but was decisively rejected with 2,822 votes against and 1,565 in favor arguing that it would require significant cuts and reduce funding in key areas that directly benefit students.adButlerLazyLoad("2882423006000172170",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); voters rejected a proposed $36 million operating budget the default budget of $38.8 million will take effect initiated during February’s deliberative session was supported by residents seeking to reduce spending despite concerns from school officials that it could lead to staff and program reductions Five out of six district towns—Fitzwilliam with Richmond being the only town in favor incumbents and new faces secured key positions across the region: For information on Keene’s election results, visit My Keene Now.adButlerLazyLoad("1119698639489852267",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); This story will be updated as more election results come in – Police say a boy who’s been missing since last week has been located On Saturday the Swanzey Police Department asked for the public’s help in locating Anthony Carter who had last been seen leaving his home late one night earlier in the week and hadn’t been heard from since.adButlerLazyLoad("24215420064074400",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); police believed that Carter may have been in the central New Hampshire area with possible sightings in Manchester then in an update Monday night police said he could possibly be in the greater Boston area with possible sightings reported of him as a passenger in a black Volkswagen Police also noted that Carter’s cell phone and social media accounts had been shut down Tuesday night police reported that Carter had been located but provided no further details.adButlerLazyLoad("3527300061092599218",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); In a public post on Facebook Carter’s family said he is “safe and on his way home.” WEST SWANZEY — A month after reporting that a woman died here of a gunshot wound Swanzey police said a woman had died the previous evening on Holbrook Avenue in the area of the rail trail The release said the public had no reason to be alarmed DeAngelis said in an email this morning that his department is still investigating the case and is waiting on results from the state lab in Concord DeAngelis did not respond to an earlier email with specific questions about the case including the woman's name and how police determined there was no further threat to public safety the senior assistant attorney general who heads the Homicide Unit of the N.H said in mid-November that his office wasn’t handling the Oct The Homicide Unit oversees all murder investigations in the state according to the Department of Justice’s website Chris McLaughlin said he had nothing to add beyond what Swanzey police had released State Police’s Major Crime Unit and with Troop C said last week that their divisions weren’t investigating the incident Paul Cuno-Booth can be reached at 352-1234, extension 1409, or pbooth@keenesentinel.com SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Parents of Cutler Elementary School students are voicing outrage after learning that school officials did not immediately inform families about a student making a threat on a school bus Monday morning The controversy erupted after a parent’s social media post on Tuesday which quickly gained traction and sparked a heated discussion about transparency and student safety.adButlerLazyLoad("1907328636364608744",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); a student on the bus allegedly made a threat involving gun violence leaving many parents frustrated that they had to learn about the incident secondhand rather than from school officials “The principal and superintendent of the school you send your children to and trust with their safety every school day have failed you!!” the post read “All I wanted was for the information to be shared with the parents of the students that were on the bus when this threat occurred maintains that there was no credible threat of violence Superintendent Jeremy Rathbun acknowledged concerns but defended the district’s decision not to issue a school-wide notification “Although our intentions were to prevent confusion and fear We apologize for the concerns that this has caused,” he wrote Rathbun assured families that the incident was immediately reported arguing that safety concerns should have been openly communicated “It’s unacceptable and it’s no joke of any sort.” Another wrote “The fact that this was not made known from the beginning is alarming and discouraging to say the very least.” A third frustrated parent added all parents should have known.”adButlerLazyLoad("973591813867844538",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); school officials have pledged to review their notification procedures for similar incidents in the future “This incident goes to show that planning and best intentions do not always lead to the best outcomes,” Rathbun wrote We will be reviewing our procedures for dealing with situations like these to ensure that we are making the best decisions for our community Our commitment to open and honest communication with our families remains a top priority at Cutler School and throughout the (school) district.” The Tire Warehouse distribution center on West Swanzey Road has been sold SWANZEY — The Tire Warehouse distribution center on West Swanzey Road recently changed hands The new owner, STQ Logistics LLC, doing business as Synteq Digital, is headquartered in Wilmington, Del. The company specializes in infrastructure, hardware and services for cryptocurrency mining operations, according to its website. A spokesperson for Synteq Digital did not immediately respond to a request for comment Tuesday announced the sale of the 36,500-square-foot warehouse at 1042-1050 West Swanzey Road in a Jan STQ Logistics LLC bought the building from 1042 Route 10 LLC for $2.4 million on Jan and 1042 Route 10 LLC did not respond to requests for information including what the building will be used for the reason for the sale and any impact on employees The building on West Swanzey Road appeared empty Tuesday afternoon and a large sign said 14,200 feet of warehouse space was available to lease The phone number listed for the distribution center on the town business directory rang twice before emitting a busy signal the 11.57-acre property includes 34-foot clear heights and 11 loading docks The site also has approval for the construction of three additional buildings of up to 90,000 square feet investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap’s Boston office marketed the property on behalf of the seller and procured the buyer “This is our second sale in western New Hampshire a unique market that many owners underestimate,” Klein said in the release “Limited industrial supply has resulted in low vacancy rates for this market James Rinker can be reached at 603-355-8569, or jrinker@keenesentinel.com (MyKeeneNow) – The Town of Swanzey has named Lori Rautiola as its new Town Administrator following a competitive hiring process.adButlerLazyLoad("148711255999160562",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Rautiola brings experience in town administration and was selected from a pool of more than 20 applicants “I am honored and excited for this opportunity to become the Town of Swanzey’s next Town Administrator I am deeply grateful to be a part of such a talented team and to serve such a vibrant community,” Rautiola said “I am committed to continually improving local government and to working collaboratively with the Board of Selectmen staff and residents to build upon the strong foundation already in place I look forward to contributing positively to the community.” The Board of Selectmen said Rautiola stood out throughout multiple rounds of interviews and will help lead ongoing municipal projects and the Swanzey Lake Dam.adButlerLazyLoad("799405175585807044",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Rautiola is expected to build on the town’s existing foundation and work closely with staff and the Board to advance Swanzey’s priorities She succeeds Michael Branley who resigned from the position at the end of February SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Swanzey residents will have the opportunity to weigh in on several major initiatives during a series of public hearings scheduled for Wednesday 17 Main St.adButlerLazyLoad("49320760680285324",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); including funding proposals for a new fire station and the potential creation of a new tax increment financing (TIF) district with a bond hearing regarding a proposed $2.5 million plan to design and build a new fire station at 321 Old Homestead Highway Town officials say the existing fire station is outdated and inadequate for modern needs Residents will have a chance to share their thoughts on whether Swanzey should borrow funds for the project Immediately following the fire station discussion the selectmen will turn their attention to another critical bond proposal This $6.4 million initiative would enable the town to purchase and improve the West Swanzey Water Company The plan aims to secure long-term water quality and availability for residents.adButlerLazyLoad("272014262828535712",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The proposal seeks $100,000 to develop a comprehensive capital improvement plan for stormwater management a move town leaders say is necessary to prevent future flooding and environmental issues the selectmen will open the floor to public feedback on Swanzey’s proposed 2025 operating budget and accompanying warrant articles The final item on the agenda is a public hearing on the creation of the West Swanzey TIF District The proposed 462.5-acre district around NH Route 10 including North and South Winchester Streets is intended to spur economic development by capturing and reinvesting tax revenue from future improvements in the area Copies of relevant documents, including the proposed TIF district map and financing plan, are available for review at Town Hall or online at the town’s website, www.swanzeynh.gov. Those unable to attend the hearings may submit comments in advance to Town Administrator Michael Branley at mbranley@swanzeynh.gov.adButlerLazyLoad("214525039787041642",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) As town administrator Michael Branley prepares to step down on Feb the town has initiated a search for his replacement.adButlerLazyLoad("1417533000658674880",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The board of selectmen has enlisted Rethink Local a nonprofit specializing in local government support to manage the recruitment process and provide interim leadership The job posting is expected to be announced in the coming weeks will serve as Swanzey’s interim town administrator With more than 15 years of experience in municipal government including a recent role as Hanover’s town manager and town officials to ensure a smooth transition Swanzey officials are focused on filling the position efficiently while maintaining continuity in town operations Updates on the hiring process will be available on Swanzeynh.gov and SwanzeyNHTA.com.adButlerLazyLoad("588219727702525920",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); SWANZEY — The town of Swanzey has hired a new town administrator will fill the role left open after Michael Branley took a new position in Vermont earlier this year the town said Rautiola’s background in town administration project management and community engagement and passion for community growth and financial resourcefulness made her a strong choice The selectboard interviewed nine of 20 applicants Rautiola “remained a standout candidate from the start,” the board said in a prepared statement “We’re thrilled to be working with her on the various projects in town.” Ongoing projects including the new fire station which was approved at town meeting in March “I am deeply grateful to be part of such a talented team and to serve such a vibrant community,” Rautiola said in a statement “I look forward to contributing positively to the community.” according to a 2023 population estimate from the N.H CONCORD, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A Swanzey man admitted in federal court Thursday to stealing 18 firearms from Trader John’s Gun Shop according to federal prosecutors.adButlerLazyLoad("2573538910410127945",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); pleaded guilty to theft of firearms from a federally licensed dealer and faces up to 10 years in prison along with a potential fine of up to $250,000 Court records show that Guillou broke into the gun shop on July 6 Investigators later recovered six of them—four from his vehicle on July 15 and two more from his home on July 20 and Explosives led the investigation with support from multiple law enforcement agencies and Tewksbury.adButlerLazyLoad("263345837946360850",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); A federal judge will determine Guillou’s sentence based on federal guidelines SWANZEY, N.H. and KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Both the town of Swanzey and the City of Keene have began enforcing a six-ton weight limit on all town roads Monday in accordance with NH RSA 231:191 The restriction will remain in place until further notice to protect roads during the spring thaw.adButlerLazyLoad("2308043296180117038",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Exemptions in Swanzey include emergency vehicles and residents who must use a posted road to reach their home or business truck operators may apply for a Posted Highway Use Permit allowing limited travel on restricted roads Permit requests can be directed to Joe DiRusso contact the Swanzey Public Works Department at 352-6550 The Keene Public Works Engineering Division has announced that several city roads will also be subject to the same six-ton load limit from through May 1 The affected roads include:adButlerLazyLoad("696758514314081600",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The seasonal weight restrictions help protect local roads from damage caused by heavy vehicles during the thawing period residents and businesses can contact the Keene Public Works Department at 352-6550 SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Efforts to build a new fire station in Swanzey are ramping up as the Fire Station Advisory Committee prepares to bring a revised $2.5 million bond proposal to voters this March The committee will host open houses at Fire Station #2 over the next two weeks to provide residents with details about the project and answer questions.adButlerLazyLoad("121825396051467528",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); several attempts to secure funding for a new fire station have failed to reach the required two-thirds supermajority This year’s proposal reflects significant changes aimed at lowering costs while addressing critical issues at the current facility which was built in the 1960s and no longer meets the department’s operational needs The updated plan for the proposed two-story station at 321 Old Homestead Highway has a smaller footprint than last year’s $5.28 million version reducing construction costs by over $1 million The new design includes modern safety features An unfinished second floor is also included offering space for future expansion of emergency services Committee Chair Jay Ward noted that cost reductions were achieved by scaling down the building’s size thanks in part to funds already set aside in the town’s fire station capital reserve account.adButlerLazyLoad("1244678634590225946",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); the committee has released a series of informational videos and held 12 public meetings over the past six months Ward hopes the upcoming open houses will provide an opportunity to dispel any lingering misconceptions The committee selected the 321 Old Homestead Highway property for its central location and ample space for outdoor training and future expansion the town-owned property offers significant cost advantages and could be ready for construction by 2025 if voters approve the bond “Although we have been able to reduce the cost significantly we are aware that the project requires a financial commitment from taxpayers,” wrote Ward in an e-mail we also strongly believe that a new station is badly needed the cost of a new station will only increase.”adButlerLazyLoad("729822777268878246",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Residents are encouraged to attend one of two open houses at Fire Station #2 The committee will also hold a bond hearing this Wednesday where further public input will be gathered Questions about the project can be directed to JayWardSwanzey@gmail.com Sly Karasinski and Dan LeClair are running for two N.H House seats representing Swanzey and Richmond The four Swanzey residents running for two seats in Cheshire County’s N.H House District 10 have differing viewpoints on education funding in the state as well as Republicans Daniel “Dan” LeClair are all on Tuesday’s general election ballot The district includes Swanzey and Richmond Faulkner and LeClair will be familiar names for voters having all previously run for state office the water superintendent for the North Swanzey Water and Fire Precinct and a member of the Swanzey selectboard Swanzey and the other towns in the district owner of a construction firm and a member of the Monadnock Regional School Board ran for the Senate 10 seat in 2018 and the House in 2022 Faulkner and Tatro defeated LeClair and fellow Swanzey Republican Michael R Both LeClair and Karasinski support the state’s Education Freedom Accounts program Commonly referred to as the school voucher system the program allows families to use state money to cover private or homeschool costs They work best for the majority for the kids in our district,” LeClair said “The public schools aren’t set up for every child though We should allow the child to excel and give them a better opportunity.” Karasinski said a taxpayer’s money should follow their child and I think we could increase the [income] limit for participants.” the program is restricted to children in households that earn up to 350 percent of the federal poverty level There’s currently no requirement for families to continue proving they meet the income eligibility once enrolled in the program say there should be more accountability with the school voucher program there’s no accountability for what they’re learning How are they learning compared to students of the same age?” Both Faulkner and Gross support capping the spending on the school voucher program and believe funding for public education in the state should be increased “I’ve always been a strong supporter of public schools,” Faulkner said “And if someone feels they need a private or different form of education I’m in support of that; they’ve always had the freedom to do that But we need to make sure our public schools are strong The candidates also differ on abortion rights Karasinski and LeClair agree with the current state law on abortion and do not want to impose any changes Most abortions in the state are illegal after 24 weeks of pregnancy with exceptions to save the pregnant person’s life or for fetuses with fatal anomalies Gross and Faulkner say the decision to terminate a pregnancy should be left to the patient and their doctor do agree on one thing: that the voices of their communities matter the most “At the end of the day it’s not about me or my party,” LeClair said “It’s about my constituents and what’s important to them.” more conversations can happen across the aisle “People are upset about polarization,” he said “We used to be able to talk to people across the aisle So we need to be able to do that as a society and talk to people we don’t agree with and find solutions together.” Faulkner said he wished the Legislature considered what the public feels rather than forcing legislation through on issues he said most people are not in favor of ‘Is there a problem here to solve?’ And if they don’t have an answer then why are we continuing to consider this?” he said “A real conversation needs to be had with your voters For more information on local elections, visit sentinelsource.com/vote KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Michael T who has served as Swanzey’s Town Administrator since 2015 27.adButlerLazyLoad("268137033003161824",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); is leaving to pursue a new career opportunity after nearly a decade of service Branley played a key role in securing significant grant funding and overseeing various community projects His leadership has been credited with strengthening the town’s operations and enhancing local initiatives The Board of Selectmen has announced plans to begin the process of selecting a new Town Administrator in the coming weeks to ensure a smooth transition for the town.adButlerLazyLoad("1968054885089693585",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Board of Selectmen Chairman Sly Karasinski stated in the release helping secure millions of dollars in grant funds He has been a valued part of the community and while we are disappointed to see him leave we wish him success in the next chapter of his career.” and the people of Swanzey for their support during my time here,” said Brantley in the release I am fortunate to have an opportunity to further my career and move on to the next challenge Swanzey will always hold a special place in my heart.” is open for business at 679 West Swanzey Road in Swanzey Town resident Dan LeClair took over the space from longtime business B's Treasures and Flea Market which closed in October after more than 10 years in business a local artisan vendor at Captain Brady's Buried Treasures in Swanzey All of the products from Saw Dust City are handmade Captain Brady's Buried Treasures in Swanzey has booth space for local antiques and handmade products Owner Dan LeClair of Swanzey said he doesn't take commission from vendors which he believes will help more people keep the prices reasonable for their products A fairy house made by Linda Hyatt of Harrisville sits on a shelf in her booth last week at Captain Brady's Buried Treasures in Swanzey Hyatt is among first-time vendors at Captain Brady's noting the lack of a commission fee made it possible for her to afford the space SWANZEY — The former home of a longtime flea market is bustling with activity again B’s Treasures and Flea Market at 679 West Swanzey Road closed in October after more than a decade in operation Dan LeClair of Swanzey took over the lease for the space to open a similar business LeClair’s business model is based on people paying to sell their wares at the shop rather than taking commission on individual sales “I saw that this was a good opportunity,” LeClair said LeClair said he has been immersed in the world of antiques since he was 10 runs a similar business in Swanzey called Gracie Land who named Captain Brady’s Buried Treasures after his son is also the owner of DCL Custom Construction He opened Captain Brady’s in November with 10 vendors “We took the month as a soft-open,” he said “We wanted to give vendors some time to settle in and let people get used to their routines again.” The flea market now has more than 30 vendors Vendors pay $50 a month for a shelving unit or display case Those who don’t opt in for either can rent booth space for $2 per square foot because they’re paying me each month for their space,” he said “And selling antiques on the Internet is huge right now ‘You’re gonna have to account for the shipping the fees with wherever you’re selling this online.’ Here you just need to know how to give the best deal while still making a profit.” LeClair said he has an even mix of seasoned vendors and first-timers Linda Hyatt of Harrisville was putting the finishing touches on her booth named “Uniquely Opus,” at Captain Brady’s last week She proudly pointed to some of her original paintings on display which she said she left unframed to keep the cost low “The average family doesn’t have hundreds of dollars to spend on artwork,” Hyatt said “Everyone should have the chance to enjoy some beauty in their own home.” She tried having a studio in her home where people could purchase her products which include fairy houses and small sculptures made from found objects and natural materials as well as a selection of crocheted “whimsy scarves.” However “I wanted to be more approachable to more people,” she said Hyatt noted being a vendor has already been a lot of fun since she’s had the chance to socialize with others while setting up her booth space The contract for each vendor states they are responsible for advertising their booths but LeClair noted he often offers advice to those new to the world of flea markets this is a way they can have some extra cash for the holidays or for a rainy day,” he said of the newer vendors “And we’ve got some friendly people renting spaces here It takes everybody to work together to make this successful.” Captain Brady’s Buried Treasures is open Wednesdays from noon to 5 p.m.; Thursdays through Saturdays People interested in becoming a vendor or who have questions can call 603-313-9997 Swanzey Police Chief Joseph Gonsalves shakes hands with Sgt Kevin Clark last week at the town hall during a presentation of awards recognizing Clark and other officers' responses to incidents last year The Swanzey Police Department poses for a picture Wednesday at the town hall after five officers were recognized for their responses to incidents last year Kevin Clark and Officer Kyle Titus were recognized last week at a selectboard meeting for their response to a stabbing in town in 2024 SWANZEY — Police Chief Joseph Gonsalves and the town’s selectboard recently recognized five officers for their response to incidents late last year “Officers come to work every day not knowing what they’re going to encounter,” Gonsalves said Monday “It takes a lot of skill and effort to maneuver through dangerous situations.” Gonsalves presented the awards last Wednesday evening at the town hall Nicholas Paquin and Officer Johnathon Collins were the first on scene at South Road on a September evening for what became an overnight standoff Paquin and Collins responded to a house on the rural road according to a news release from the town at the time A resident later identified as Ian MacNeil aimed a pistol at the officers and then refused to leave the building State Police said in a news release at the time Paquin and Collins leapt into action to protect the other person in the apartment and neighbors Gonsalves told those gathered for the award presentation The Swanzey officers evacuated the building secured the area and were able to start communications with MacNeil in three houses on the other side of the road were evacuated around 4 a.m. MacNeil was eventually apprehended by a police K9 In a pending case in Cheshire County Superior Court felonious use of a firearm and resisting arrest “The people of Swanzey rely on these officers,” Gonsalves said and they’re an example of what all our officers are doing all the time.” Paquin and Collins received the chief’s citation for exceptional courage and selflessness in the face of danger Officer Kyle Titus and Officer Tabitha Dirienzo for their response to a Sept Titus performed first aid that likely saved the victim’s life while Clark and Dirienzo worked to locate the assailant Titus was commended for his lifesaving efforts and all three for their courage and selflessness in the face of danger 14 incidents could easily have resulted in a death but the officers’ skill and fearlessness helped prevent this outcome and family and friends who’d gathered at the town hall applauded the officers as they received certificates and medals SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A single-car rollover crash Tuesday morning resulted in the driver being extricated and transported to the hospital according to local emergency officials.adButlerLazyLoad("3477600224882463925",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); was discovered on its roof with the driver trapped inside Swanzey Fire Department personnel displaced the vehicle’s roof to free the driver Cheshire County EMS assessed the individual at the scene before transporting them to Cheshire Medical Center The crash also caused damage to a utility pole requiring Eversource crews to perform repairs Old Homestead Highway was temporarily closed during the response and cleanup operations.adButlerLazyLoad("138550097440498410",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); This is a developing story and more information will be provided as received Authorities in Winchester and Swanzey are urging residents to lock their vehicles and report suspicious activity as they investigate a spree of car break-ins that have plagued the area over the past few weeks.adButlerLazyLoad("2824166253450618615",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); According to Winchester Police Chief David Rice roughly 25 vehicles have been targeted in 14 incidents his town some involving multiple cars in the same driveway Police believe the culprits are exploiting unlocked cars taking small valuables like spare change and personal items a backpack containing gaming equipment was stolen adding that incidents have been concentrated to vehicles left unsecured.adButlerLazyLoad("798317714816667270",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Rice confirmed his department is working off a list of leads and several people of interest Surveillance footage from some locations has captured a suspect though police suspect more than one individual may be involved in the thefts Winchester police have also exchanged information with law enforcement in Warwick Some persons of interest identified in Massachusetts is familiar to Winchester police Swanzey police, meanwhile, reported a series of vehicle break-ins earlier this week in the western part of town. They are asking residents to check their home security systems for any suspicious activity and to share relevant footage with Officer Richard O’Leary at 352-2869 or via email at roleary@swanzeypd.com “This is a crime of opportunity,” Rice said “They’re not forcing their way in—they’re just looking for unlocked doors Take anything valuable out of your car and always lock it.” He also encouraged anyone with relevant video footage to contact the Winchester Police Department.adButlerLazyLoad("147949157532758922",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Rice emphasized that ongoing collaboration with neighboring towns is key to catching those responsible Authorities continue to investigate and ask residents to remain vigilant SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – Local law enforcement and New Hampshire State Police are currently involved in an ongoing standoff at 231 South Road in Swanzey.adButlerLazyLoad("205495722535245883",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Wednesday when the Swanzey Police Department responded to a disturbance at the address Officers responded and investigated the call and were confronted by a gentleman holding a pistol Officers retreated and attempted to communicate with him to deescalate the situation the release said.adButlerLazyLoad("623633601742361952",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Swanzey Police are being assisted by New Hampshire State Police and the Swanzey Fire Department A state police armored vehicle has been deployed at the scene while police diverted traffic away from the area this morning with law enforcement working to resolve the situation peacefully Residents in the area are urged to avoid South Road authorities assure the public that there is no immediate danger Evacuated residents were offered temporary shelter at Whitcomb Hall on Main Street in Swanzey Authorities have issued repeated calls for the individual to surrender using a bullhorn to urge the man to come out with his hands up followed by officers assuring the man that they were not firing at him.adButlerLazyLoad("58328867371472733",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Updates will be provided as more information becomes available NELSON, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A Swanzey man was hospitalized Saturday evening after an ATV accident on private property in Nelson.adButlerLazyLoad("1503739661844180992",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); was attempting to load his all-terrain vehicle into the back of his truck around 5:30 p.m according to New Hampshire Fish and Game officials Emergency responders from the Nelson and Keene fire departments arrived at the scene after receiving reports of an injured rider Conservation officers determined that Woods had spent the day fishing before the incident occurred He suffered a serious head injury but remained in stable condition After receiving initial treatment from emergency medical personnel at the scene Woods was transported by ambulance to Cheshire Medical Center in Keene for further evaluation.adButlerLazyLoad("3617733110973735067",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Authorities have not released additional details about his condition Liquor and Wine Outlet in the Market Basket plaza is slated to open Tuesday A 20,000-square-foot state liquor store is scheduled to open Tuesday in the Market Basket plaza in Swanzey “We are delighted to introduce our new Keene/Swanzey Outlet which marks the latest example of our ongoing effort to improve and enhance NH Liquor & Wine Outlets across the state,” N.H Liquor Commission Chairman Joseph Mollica said in a news release Friday He said it would be double the size of the store it is replacing at 6 Ash Brook Road in Keene Monday will be the last day the Keene store will be open The news release said the new store will have 5,700 wines and is expected to draw customers from throughout the region as well as Vermont and Massachusetts Liquor and wine sold in New Hampshire lacks the taxes that tend to make these products more expensive in surrounding states “Modeled after several recently built NH Liquor & Wine Outlets the new Outlet features a state-of-the-art event center outfitted with multimedia capabilities allowing the Outlet to host seminars The new outlet includes special sections devoted to premium and ultra-premium spirits and wine temperature/humidity-controlled wine vaults and an expanded display of Outlet Price Busters and Wine Power Buys said this will be one of several liquor stores located near the chain’s grocery stores Market Basket has partnered with NH Liquor & Wine Outlets strategic development plans at our shopping centers in Tilton Londonderry and recently at Westside Plaza in Nashua,” he said Rick Green can be reached at 352-1234 X1435 or RGreen@KeeneSentinel.com This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page (MyKeeneNow) – Town officials are alerting residents to a phishing scam involving fraudulent emails that appear to be from the Town of Swanzey are owed money from the town.adButlerLazyLoad("28615129728683412",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Authorities are urging residents not to respond to these emails or click on any links within them The town has confirmed that these messages are not legitimate and did not originate from their offices Residents with concerns or questions about these emails are encouraged to contact Tax Collector Kevin Westcott at (603) 352-7411 ext 109 for verification and further information Officials remind residents to remain vigilant against phishing scams and to verify the legitimacy of any unsolicited communications requesting personal or financial information.adButlerLazyLoad("402386676402921250",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application 2025 at her h­­­­­­­ome in Swanzey She was born on October14,1963 at Grace Cottage Hospital in Townshend VT to the late David R Banford Sr and Barbara A (Helstowski) Banford Parker Lucille attended elementary school in Putney Many will fondly remember Lucille from her working days at People Linen in Keene Lucille treasured her time out in nature with butterflies doing yardwork and tending to her wild birds She also loved relaxing and enjoyed reading her daily devotionals Mornings with Jesus while doing word searches She enjoyed watching American Idol and would keep score with her sister Her other favorite shows were America’s got Talent She would enjoy her country drives listening to music Above all else she cherished time with her large group of friends and family completing puzzles and enjoying pizza time she would garden at her sister’s house John & Luna her “grand- dog” Lucille is survived and will be missed by her companion Richard Burke her five children: Aubrey Burke Simonds and her husband Chris Misty Squires Birmingham and her husband Rossi Daniel LaValley and his girlfriend Trisha Tompkins Richard (Rickie) Burke and his girlfriend Stepanie Willams and her daughter Shana Squires Clark and her husband John Clark Shane Banford and his girlfriend Michelle Chase Harold Parker Jr and his wife Melissa Fyfe Parker and Jeffrey Banford and his wife Leah Lucille is also survived by her sister Rachelle Vanier and her husband Dean Cyrus and great grandchildren Miley and Luke  Services for Lucille will be held at the Wesport Village Cemetery in Swanzey NH on June 14th at 11am with a reception to follow The Cremation Society of New Hampshire has been entrusted with arrangements leave a message of condolence or for more information please visit www.csnh.com This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (MyKeeneNow) – An incident that prompted a large police response in the area Wednesday remains mostly a mystery Thursday afternoon.adButlerLazyLoad("1274136062894172000",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The New Hampshire Attorney General’s office issued a statement at noon Thursday providing a small update “The New Hampshire Department of Justice is aware of an untimely death investigation in Swanzey death of an adult male at a residence in Swanzey The New Hampshire Department of Justice continues to monitor the situation but does not have an open suspicious death or homicide investigation at this time.”adButlerLazyLoad("1368167823313313748",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The department did not answer any further questions and is not providing any further details at this point See below for the initial report on this situation ______________________________________________ New Hampshire officials have confirmed authorities are in Swanzey investigating a death.adButlerLazyLoad("61171626310830040",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); “We can confirm that the New Hampshire Department of Justice is aware of and is actively monitoring a death investigation in Swanzey New Hampshire.” the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office said in an email to WKBK Wednesday evening Witnesses reported seeing several New Hampshire State Police Troopers traveling on Route 9 towards Keene around 3:00 Wednesday afternoon The situation remains active and no further information is available at this time.adButlerLazyLoad("545176414501043760",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); This page will be updated as more information is released Cheryl followed the guidance of the hospice chaplain to climb “those steps” as she listened to Highway to Heaven NH and was a graduate of Crotched Mountain School She was so proud of her work at McDonald’s Restaurant where she had made the 20th anniversary mark She sometimes joked that being Cheryl McDonald She had good times watching the planes at Keene airport enjoying friends and activities at Life Art playing and watching video games with the kids Cheryl volunteered at More Than a Thrift Shop and always found time to meet with friends.  Cheryl was a woman of great affection for her family and friends She had a strong sense of justice and would often speak up for others She saw herself as a voice for those who could not speak for themselves Her ability to stick to her position for herself or others was unmatched She had special phrases and topics she liked to say to each person she cared about. She attended various churches throughout her life loved Jesus and meeting with people at church.  Cheryl leaves behind her beloved “intentional family” their daughter Kim and her husband Tim Carrier and all the family members As an adult she shared life with a number of caring families and individuals affiliated with Monadnock Developmental Services She is remembered by her enthusiastic welcome Cheryl loved to point out that she shared middle names with her good friend Jan Holland and climbing mountains together A Celebration of Cheryl’s Life will be held on Wednesday 2024 at Kim &Tim’s home: 27 West Street Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text (MyKeeneNow) – A Swanzey man is facing charges after shooting at another vehicle in Massachusetts Around 5 AM on July 15th police responded to a report of a shooting in Tewksbury Massachusetts.adButlerLazyLoad("835570952110007509",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); According to a news release from Tewksbury police a blue Nissan Rogue and a silver Mazda had left the Home Depot a person in the Mazda fired several shots at the Nissan As investigations continued police identified Khale Guillou and determined that he knew the other individuals involved and it was not a random act of violence.adButlerLazyLoad("83922202734837300",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Police issued a warrant for Guillou’s arrest and he was taken into custody without incident He’s charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon Guillou was arraigned in Lowell District Court last week and was held pending a dangerousness hearing a few days later He is currently being held without bail and is scheduled to reappear in court on August 16th Police did not identify anyone else involved No injuries were reported.adButlerLazyLoad("1807240109983664496",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); SWANZEY — Residents of Monadnock Regional School District towns Tuesday rejected a budget that was slashed at last month’s deliberative session according to unofficial results from the district attendees cut school officials’ proposal by nearly $3.2 million a default budget of $38,819,434 will go into effect for the 2025-26 school year which represents the operating budget voters authorized last year with certain adjustments made by previously agreed upon debt “We’re very thankful of the community’s support for our schools and to see the number of people who turned out regardless of how they voted is a great indication of how much they care about this district,” Superintendent Jeremy Rathbun said in a phone interview Wednesday morning Richmond was the only town to support the reduced budget The remaining towns in the district — Fitzwilliam deliberative session attendees who were in favor of reducing the budget proposal cited the increasing property tax burden as their primary concern as well as a rise in costs for public education in the state Rathbun said at a school board meeting last month that if voters approved the $36 million proposal at the polls funding would decrease for student-centered programs including the district’s pre-kindergarten program summer credit recovery and up to $500,000 from extracurricular programs The default budget is roughly $400,000 less than the original $39.2 million proposal Rathbun said Wednesday that a student receiving out of district services moved out of the district this year which will give $358,000 in out-of-district tuition back to the district for the next fiscal year “And we’ll find a little money here and there to reduce or roughly 3 percent of registered voters from the district’s member towns Tuesday saw more than 3,000 people cast ballots voters passed a three-year teachers contract The contract will cost an estimated additional $59,500 in fiscal year 2025-26 A request to allocate $120,000 to replace a portion of the roof at Monadnock Middle/High in Swanzey passed The roof segment is over the boys’ locker room and the district intends to complete the work this summer according to a newsletter to district residents Voters also greenlit an article that gives the school board permission to sell the Cutler School building and property in West Swanzey is slated to close as part of a school board plan approved in 2023 to consolidate and renovate the district’s elementary schools Cutler students will attend Mount Caesar Elementary in Swanzey once an addition to the school is completed A request to add up to $25,000 to an expendable trust fund for district vehicles was approved The money will come from any unspent fund balance available at the end of the fiscal year Voters also passed a request to add up to $100,000 to an expendable trust fund for school grounds This fund is designed to give the district additional resources to conduct repairs and maintenance on school grounds and school parking lots The money for this article will also come from any unspent fund balance available at the end of the fiscal year KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) A Keene man was struck and killed early Monday morning on Route 101 near Swanzey Factory Road prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.adButlerLazyLoad("1250528704882415580",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); officers responded to reports of a serious motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian at approximately 5:15 a.m Emergency responders arrived to find that 58-year-old Wallace Clark of Keene had been fatally struck by a westbound tractor-trailer Police say preliminary findings indicate that Clark was first hit in the westbound lane of Route 101 though some of those vehicles have yet to be identified One of the drivers who remained at the scene was Edward Nickerson who was operating a 2012 Toyota Prius for Safe Travel Transportation Investigators do not believe speed or driver impairment played a role in the incident The Keene Police Department’s Collision Analysis Team continues to investigate the circumstances of the crash Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen a pedestrian on Route 101 between 4 and 5:15 a.m Monday to contact Detective Lippincott or Detective Lieutenant Chidester at 357-9820 anyone who suspects their vehicle may have been involved in the crash is encouraged to call 357-9813.adButlerLazyLoad("752955356781543760",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); SWANZEY, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) – The New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) is set to open its newest Liquor & Wine Outlet on the Keene-Swanzey border is scheduled for Tuesday 1.adButlerLazyLoad("123993331804548466",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); The outlet is located at 15 West Swanzey Road in the Market Basket Plaza This new facility spans 20,000 square feet making it twice the size of the previous Keene location The new outlet will feature approximately 5,700 sales tax-free name-brand products including premium and ultra-premium spirits wine vaults with controlled temperature and humidity and a close-out section offering last-chance deals The outlet also features an event space equipped with multimedia capabilities and employee trainings.adButlerLazyLoad("272705249214127920",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); in one of the busiest shopping areas in the region will also draw customers from neighboring states The collaboration with Market Basket extends a long-standing partnership between the grocery chain and the NH Liquor Commission which has resulted in the opening of several co-located outlets around New Hampshire in recent years the liquor commission’s goal has been to modernize and expand its outlets completing more than 40 renovations and new constructions across 36 communities The Swanzey location is a consolidation of previous outlets in Keene further streamlining services for the area.adButlerLazyLoad("6444954982570832",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); and also worked at Woodard’s Florists and Fanning’s Garage Her commitment to community extended into her religious life as a devoted member of the First Congregational Church of Walpole Her life was rich with hobbies and interests Her trips to the coast of Maine were among her most cherished moments She was also an active member of the Red Hats Society reflecting her vibrant and spirited personality Martha’s love for animals was profound Martha is survived by her children William Kingsbury and his wife Patricia Ronnie Kingsbury and his partner Jig Tetrault and Margaret Charbonneau and her husband James She also leaves behind her brothers Gilbert Faulkner and his wife Mary as well as sisters-in-law Ruth Faulkner and Winifred Faulkner Martha was preceded in death by her parents Lester and Ethel (Phillips) Faulkner; brothers Richard and Elwin Faulkner; sister-in-law Winona Faulkner; grandson Benjamin Charbonneau; and her husband Albert Kingsbury A time of visitation will take place on Tuesday A funeral service will be held at the First Congregational Church Burial will immediately follow the service at the Walpole Village Cemetery Reception will take place back at the First Congregational Church after the graveside service contributions can be made to Walpole Ambulance NH 03608; or Amazing Grace Animal Sanctuary Arrangements are entrusted to the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home (MyKeeneNow) – With the majority of towns reporting their results from Tuesday’s General Election Cheshire County’s 18 New Hampshire House Districts appear to be mostly settled with a bit of an upset in one.adButlerLazyLoad("124994519180258900",100,["734403","734403","734403"],"177038"); Republican Richard Nalevanko appears to have ousted longtime Democratic Incumbent Daniel Eaton See the complete list of the NH Cheshire County House District winners below: Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.