Knights of Columbus Donate $2,400 to Support Meals at Monarch School of New England

The Knights of Columbus, Fr. McDonald Council 2048, are proud to announce a $2,400 donation to the Monarch School of New England, located in Rochester, NH. According to Amanda Gebo Martineau, director of community engagement, the donation will provide 480 meals to students at the...

Rochester Trustees, Rotary Club, Spaulding High School Students Volunteer to Cleanup Old Rochester Cemetery

Last weekend, the City of Rochester Trustees of the Trust Fund worked with volunteers...

NH Fish & Game: Wear Blaze Orange When Heading Afield

Hunters and all other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on bright orange clothing...

Explore a Career in Law Enforcement: Join the Rochester Police Cadets

Did you know that the Rochester Police Department has a Police Cadet Post? If you...

SHARE Fund to Host 24th Annual Free Fall Classic 5K on Thanksgiving Morning

Thanksgiving morning will mark the 24th running of the Free Fall Classic 5K Walk...

Community Leaders Gather for Dismas Home of New Hampshire’s Hard Hat Tour in Rochester

On November 6, Dismas Home of New Hampshire welcomed local business leaders, community partners,...

Beloved Family Tree to Brighten the Holiday Season, Huston Family Donates Rochester’s 2025 Christmas Tree

The Department of Public Works (DPW) has selected the 2025 Christmas tree for the...

First United Methodist Church to Host ‘A Hometown Christmas’ on 12/6

The 10th Annual Hometown Christmas musical celebration will take place on Saturday, December 6th,...

Mamma Mania, BoStyx, and A Christmas Carol Bring Holiday Cheer to the Rochester Opera House

The year is almost over, but there’s still so much to see at the...

Cornerstone VNA Announces 39th Annual Jane Cooper Fall Lights of Love Celebration

Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit provider of high-quality, skilled care at home, is pleased to announce the 39th Annual Jane Cooper Fall Lights of Love Celebration, taking place on Wednesday, December 3, at 5:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Rochester, NH. Cornerstone...

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Watch: Public Works Committee – 11/20/25

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Watch: City Council – 11/18/25

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Watch: Planning Board – 11/17/25

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Watch: School Board – 11/13/25

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Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 11/12/25

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Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 11/06/25

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Watch: City Council – 11/05/25

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Watch: School Board Candidate Forum p.1 – 10/28/25 (Wards 1,2,3 & At-Large)

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Knights of Columbus Donate $2,400 to Support Meals at Monarch School of New England

The Knights of Columbus, Fr. McDonald Council 2048, are proud to announce a $2,400...

Cornerstone VNA Announces 39th Annual Jane Cooper Fall Lights of Love Celebration

Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit provider of high-quality, skilled care at home, is pleased...

Watch: Public Works Committee – 11/20/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

Rochester Trustees, Rotary Club, Spaulding High School Students Volunteer to Cleanup Old Rochester Cemetery

Last weekend, the City of Rochester Trustees of the Trust Fund worked with volunteers...

NH Fish & Game: Wear Blaze Orange When Heading Afield

Hunters and all other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on bright orange clothing...

Explore a Career in Law Enforcement: Join the Rochester Police Cadets

Did you know that the Rochester Police Department has a Police Cadet Post? If you...

SHARE Fund to Host 24th Annual Free Fall Classic 5K on Thanksgiving Morning

Thanksgiving morning will mark the 24th running of the Free Fall Classic 5K Walk...

Watch: City Council – 11/18/25

Click here to watch Click below for the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live...

Community Leaders Gather for Dismas Home of New Hampshire’s Hard Hat Tour in Rochester

On November 6, Dismas Home of New Hampshire welcomed local business leaders, community partners,...

Watch: Planning Board – 11/17/25

Click here to watch Click below for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...

Beloved Family Tree to Brighten the Holiday Season, Huston Family Donates Rochester’s 2025 Christmas Tree

The Department of Public Works (DPW) has selected the 2025 Christmas tree for the...

First United Methodist Church to Host ‘A Hometown Christmas’ on 12/6

The 10th Annual Hometown Christmas musical celebration will take place on Saturday, December 6th,...

Mamma Mania, BoStyx, and A Christmas Carol Bring Holiday Cheer to the Rochester Opera House

The year is almost over, but there’s still so much to see at the...

Rochester Police: Somersworth Man Charged in Fatal Rochester Hill Road Crash

On Monday, November 10, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Tayshawn Sheppard, 19, of Somersworth, in...

Interim Superintendent Fulgoni Chosen to Lead Rochester School District

SAU #54, the Rochester School District, partnered with the New England School Development Council...

Trustees of the Trust Fund Award Distributions to Support Food and Heating Assistance

The Trustees of the Trust Fund are pleased to announce recent distributions to assist...

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Prepares to Serve Up to 1,000 Thanksgiving Meal Baskets

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) has begun preparations for its upcoming Thanksgiving...

Watch: School Board – 11/13/25

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Community Action Partnership and Hannaford Team Up to Feed Local Families This Thanksgiving

This year, Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is partnering with Hannaford for...

City of Rochester Issues Reminder About Snow Emergency Parking Rules

The City of Rochester reminds residents about parking regulations during Snow Emergencies. Snow Emergency parking...

Granite State Choral Society Announces Fall Concert Series: “Through Love to Light”

The Granite State Choral Society is thrilled to announce its inspiring Fall 2025 concert...

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 11/12/25

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Dodge Street Water Service to Be Temporarily Interrupted for Valve Replacement

The Department of Public Works will temporarily shut off water service on Dodge Street...

Free Community Film Screening: “Screenagers – Growing Up in the Digital Age”

Join the Rochester Mental Health Alliance and the Strafford County Public Health Network for...

Application Deadline Approaching for 2027 Fiscal Year General City Funds and CDBG Program

The application deadline for both the CDBG and General City Funding programs is Friday,...

City Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11, in Observance of Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, all Municipal Offices, including...

Rochester Historical Society to Host Railroad Talk on 11/13

The Rochester Historical Society will host a presentation on the city’s railroad history on...

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘East Coast Skateboarding’ by Michael Cirelli

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce East Coast Skateboarding, an...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Kicks Off 2025 Small Business Season

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its 2025 Small Business...

Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 11/06/25

Click here to watch See agenda below: Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22...

Public Engagement Hour: Join Mayor Paul Callaghan for His Final ‘City Chat’ on 11/14

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement,...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual “Christmas Cash Dash 50/50” Holiday Raffle

Would you like some extra cash just in time for your holiday shopping this...

Watch: City Council – 11/05/25

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City of Rochester Releases Official Tally Report for November 4, 2025 Municipal Election

The City of Rochester is pleased to report the official citywide voter returns for...

Rochester NH History Podcast: Rochester on the Rails, The Arrival of the Railroad

The Age of Railroads transformed America—connecting coasts, driving industry, and reshaping communities from coast...

Rochester’s GovTV to Air and Stream 2025 Municipal Election Results, starting at 7:30 pm

Rochester's GovTV, also known as the Rochester Government Channel, will broadcast and live-stream the...

Make Your Voice Heard: It’s Time to VOTE in the Novemeber 4 Municipal Election

The City of Rochester is reminding all eligible voters to participate in the Municipal...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce To Light Up the Holiday Season With Annual Holiday Tree Lighting

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to light up the season with...

City of Rochester Announces Partnership with Community Action and Share Fund to Support Residents During SNAP Funding Delays and Uncertainty

With federal SNAP (Food Stamps) benefits currently delayed and unavailable for immediate distribution following...

Sole City Dance Presents the 20th Anniversary Production of The Nutcracker

Sole City Dance proudly presents its 20th anniversary production of The Nutcracker at the...

City Invites Proposals to Redevelop 6.6-Acre Downtown Property at Former Care Pharmacy Site

The City of Rochester has issued Request for Proposals (RFP 26-07) seeking qualified developers...

City of Rochester Celebrates Grand Opening of Nancy Loud Park

The City of Rochester proudly announces the grand opening of Nancy Loud Park, a...

Monarch School of New England and Great Bay Services Host “Trucks & Tastes,” the First Event in Connections that Count Collaboration

The Monarch School of New England and Great Bay Services recently hosted Trucks &...

WATCH: Rochester Listens hosts Televised Forums for School Board Candidates

On October 28 and 29, Rochester Listens hosted a Candidate Forum to help voters...

City of Rochester Announces Mutual Settlement with Rochester Agricultural and Mechanical Association

The City of Rochester is announcing a mutual settlement with the Rochester Agricultural and...

Rochester Public Library Teen Room Announces November Events and Activities

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events...

Statewide Burn Ban Lifted, Rochester Fire Department Urges Caution

The New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands has lifted the statewide prohibition on...

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County To Extend Hours Amid Prolonged Government Shutdown

Beginning Wednesday, October 29, Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC), will offer extended...

Watch: School Board Candidate Forum p.1 – 10/28/25 (Wards 1,2,3 & At-Large)

Click here to watch For all election related information please visit/contact the city clerk's office: PLEASE...

UPDATE: Citywide Trick-or-Treat Moved to Friday, October 31 Due to Thursday Weather

Due to the forecast on Thursday evening, the City of Rochester will reschedule citywide...

Rochester Police Department Launches New Online Crime Mapping Tool

The Rochester Police Department is announcing a new crime mapping feature on its website,...

New Hampshire Named the Best State to Raise a Family, Granite State Overtakes Vermont for the Top Spot

On October 22, 2025, Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement after Consumer Affairs named...

City of Rochester Encourages Voter Participation, Invites Residents to Watch ‘Meet the Candidates’ Ahead of November 4 Election

The City of Rochester is reminding all eligible voters to make a plan to...

Rochester Opera House Hosts Second Annual Monster Bash Halloween Celebration

The Music Doesn’t Stop at The Rochester Opera House! It’s that time of year...

Free Community Film Screening: “Screenagers – Growing Up in the Digital Age”

Join the Rochester Mental Health Alliance and the Strafford County Public Health Network for...

Fall Yard Waste Collection Begins October 27

The City of Rochester is reminding residents to properly dispose of yard waste this...

NH Announces Contingency Plan for Delayed SNAP Benefits, State to Partner with Food Bank to Expand Mobile Pantries

The State of New Hampshire announces that it has developed a contingency plan to...

Watch: GACIT Public Hearing – 10/23/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

WATCH: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Hosts Candidate Forum for Mayor and City Council

On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted a televised...

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

The Rochester Public Library is reminding residents about its innovative “Library of Things” collection,...

Rochester School Board Candidate Forums to be Held October 28–29

Rochester Listens will host School Board Candidate Forums on October 28 and 29 at...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Thanks Members During 37th Annual Operation Thank You

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Greater Rochester Chamber...

General Federation of Women’s Clubs to Host Open House for New Rochester Women’s Club

The General Federation of Women’s Clubs New Hampshire (GFWC-NH) will host an Open House...

Watch: Mayor & City Council Candidates Forum – 10/22/25

Click here to watch Visit the City Clerk's Elections webpage for more information: PLEASE NOTE: Not...

REMINDER: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Host Candidate Forum for Mayor and City Council on 10/22

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it will present...

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101, Additional Dates Announced

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...

D.F. Richard Energy to Sponsor Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Thanksgiving & Winter Food Baskets

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC), the Community Action Agency (CAA) of Strafford...

Watch: City Council – 10/21/25

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Nancy Loud Park

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the...

From Phones to Power Tools: The Rochester Fire Department Urges Residents to Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Every October the Rochester Fire Department teams up with the National Fire Protection Association®...

Watch: Planning Board – 10/20/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

State and Local Election Officials Remind Rochester Residents of Voter Registration Requirements Ahead of the Municipal General Election

New Hampshire Secretary of State David M. Scanlan and Rochester City Clerk Kelly Walters...

Notice of City Council Public Hearings – October 21, 2025

Notice is hereby given that the Rochester City Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING...

Local Author Ross Alan Bachelder to Discuss New Memoir “Growing Up Blue-Collar”

Local author and visual artist Ross Alan Bachelder will give an informal talk about...

Watch: Public Works & Buildings Comm. – 10/16/25

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