Special Holiday Message from Rochester School District Superintendent Annie Azarloza

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State Fire Marshal’s Office, Manchester Fire Department Share Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

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Hands-On Police Training for Youth: Join the Rochester Police Cadets

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Special Holiday Message from Rochester School District Superintendent Annie Azarloza

https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2192/RSD/5137728/AnnieHoliday.mp4

Hands-On Police Training for Youth: Join the Rochester Police Cadets

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

State Fire Marshal’s Office, Manchester Fire Department Share Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

As residents and visitors prepare for holiday festivities, New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean...

Watch: Public Works Committee – 12/19/24

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...

Watch: Wastewater Advisory Committee – 12/19/24

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...

Rochester City Clerk’s Office Relocating to James W. Foley Memorial Community Center

The Rochester City Clerk's Office is preparing to move from its location in City...

COAST Reports Impressive Gains in Ridership & Demand for Services—Regional economic impact tops $31M

The nonprofit Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, recently released its...

NH Fish and Game: Refrain from Feeding Deer this Winter

As winter approaches, bringing snow across the Granite State, deer are changing their activity...

Watch: Public Safety Committee – 12/18/24

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...

Public Library Teen Room to host a variety of activities throughout January

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is hosting a variety of activities for teens...

Court Denies Meta’s Motion to Dismiss in New Hampshire Case Alleging Manipulative Design Features Targeting Teens

Attorney General John M. Formella today announces a major legal victory for the State,...

Watch: City Council – 12/17/24

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

Rochester and Dover Elks Hold Annual Hoop Shoot Contest

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM, the Rochester and Dover Elks hosted...

Attorney General Formella, AG Coalition Join FCC in Bipartisan Action Against Robocallers to Protect Consumers

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that in a decisive step to combat illegal...

Watch: Planning Board – 12/16/24

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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Three-Alarm Blaze at Portland Street Barn

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:50 AM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched...

Easterseals NH’s Adult Day Program Drums Up Excitement in Rochester

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Scam Alert: Attorney General Warns of Blackmail Scam Targeting New Hampshire Residents

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Watch: School Board – 12/12/24

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Mission Zero: No Adults Waiting in Emergency Departments for Psychiatric Placement

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and New Hampshire Hospital...

NH Attorney General: Stay Alert – Tis the Season for Holiday Shopping Scams

Attorney General John M. Formella announces the release of the December edition of the...

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 12/11/24

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Rochester Police Issue Vehicle Theft Warning, Offers Tips to Keep Your Car Secure

Over the past couple of weeks, the Rochester Police Department (RPD) has responded to...

First Church Congregational Announces the Passing of Longtime Church Secretary Linda Maynard

First Church Congregational, UCC, Rochester, has announced the unexpected passing of Linda Maynard, who...

Planned Water Service Disruption on Haig Street on 12/12

The Department of Public Works will be temporarily shutting off water service on Haig...

Rochester Historical Society to host Christmas Tea on December 12

The Rochester Historical Society (RHS) invites the community to its annual Christmas Tea on...

Spaulding High School Music Department presents Annual Holiday Concert and Village, December 14 and 15

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Rochester Elks Volunteer for Salvation Army and Host Annual Toy Drive

On Saturday, December 7, 2024, 16 members of the Rochester Elks volunteered to ring...

City of Rochester Seeks Proposals on Opioid Abatement Strategies

The City of Rochester invites eligible organizations to submit proposals under RFP 25-16 for...

ApplyNH Event Opens Doors for Spaulding Seniors to College and Career Success

Spaulding High School seniors had the opportunity to jumpstart their college and career aspirations...

Public Works: Trench Work near 19 Union Street Scheduled for 12/12, Expect Delays

The Department of Public Works for the City of Rochester will be doing trench...

Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 12/05/24

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Rochester Student Ainsley Gordon Named to New Hampshire Kid Governor Executive Council

The Rochester School District is thrilled to announce that Ainsley Gordon, a fifth-grade student...

Watch: Police Commission – 12/04/24

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Rochester Main Street to host Festival of Trees on December 6 and 7 at Studley’s

Rochester Main Street is pleased to announce the return of Festival of Trees at...

Rochester City Council to Hold Public Hearing on FY25 CDBG Annual Action Plan Amendment

The Rochester City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 17, 2024,...

Watch: City Council – 12/03/24

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Rochester Elks #1393 Conducts Annual Memorial Service

The Rochester Elks conducted their annual memorial service on Sunday, December 1st, 2024 at...

City of Rochester Announces Delay in Mailing of December 2024 Property Tax Bills

The December 2024 final property tax bills will be mailed later than usual due...

Watch: Planning Board – 12/02/24

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Rochester Arena to host Holiday Public Skate on Saturday, December 21

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Rochester Rotary Club Assembles “Santa Sacks” to Provide Holiday Cheer to Seniors in Public Housing

The Rochester Rotary Club recently spread holiday cheer by creating and delivering approximately 215...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce First Annual “Christmas Cash Dash 50/50” Holiday Raffle Now Underway

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Attorney General Formella, Bipartisan Coalition Seek Changes to Google Business Practices to End Search Engine Monopoly

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that he along with a bipartisan coalition of...

Chamber of Commerce To Kick Off the Holiday Season with Holiday Tree Lighting and Collection for Hope On Haven Hill

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to kick off the season with...

Franklin Gallery to present works by New England artist Trie Michaud

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...

Monetary Donations Being Collected to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to Local Families in Need

Three area nonprofits are collaborating to host the second annual Thanksgiving distribution event, which...

First Seacoast Bank to Host Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Holiday Business After Hours

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that First Seacoast Bank...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 11/28-29 for Thanksgiving, trash/recycling delayed 1 day

Municipal offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28, and...

Attorney General Formella Urges Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that he along with a bipartisan coalition of...

Traffic Advisory: Roadwork Scheduled for 16 Union Street on 11/26

The Department of Public Works for the City of Rochester will be working with...

Catholic Charities NH Proposes 80 Unit Affordable Housing Development on Old Dover Road

During the City Council workshop on Tuesday, November 20, Director of Economic Development Michael...

Attention Teens! December Happenings at the Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12-18 to enjoy a variety...

New Hampshire DHHS Advises Consumers of Organic Carrot Recall

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is advising consumers not...

Watch: Wastewater Upgrade Advisory Committee – 11/21/24

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City Opens New Public Parking Lot at 60 Wakefield Street, former Ben Franklin Property

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that the parking lot at the...

Williams-Torr Family Donates 2024 Christmas Tree for Downtown Rochester Holiday Display

The Rochester Department of Public Works has selected the 2024 Christmas tree for the...

603 Forever! Early Work Secures First Lifespan Extension

Governor Chris Sununu recently announced that following his "Don't Overload the Code" Executive Order,...

Watch: Public Safety Committee – 11/20/24

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Entries Sought for Rochester’s “Holiday Parade of Lights” 2024 Holiday Parade

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking entries for this year’s “Holiday...

NH Secretary of State: New Election Law Changes for Voter Registration

On November 8, 2024, the Secretary of State’s Office, with the advice of the...

Watch: City Council – 11/19/24

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Police Department Now Accepting Towing Service Applications for 2025–2026 Rotation

The Rochester Police Department is accepting applications from qualified towing service providers for its...

Rochester NH History Podcast: Tour of the Gonic Village Cemetery

In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, take a tour of the...

First United Methodist Church Presents 9th Annual “A Hometown Christmas” Musical Celebration on 12/7

The First United Methodist Church of Rochester, NH, is excited to announce the return...

Watch: Planning Board – 11/18/24

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Water Service Disruption Scheduled for Walbridge Court and Crimson Lane area on 11/20

The Department of Public Works will temporarily shut off water in the area of...

Rochester Public Library to host ‘Holiday Bows 101’ Workshop on 12/3

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce a "Holiday Bows 101" workshop on...

State of NH: Open Snowmobile Registration Weekend is February 28 to March 2, 2025

As foliage season ends across much of the Granite State, it's time for snowmobile...

NH Care Connections to Host Community Event at Frisbie Memorial Hospital on 11/20

NH Care Connections is inviting local organizations and community members to an in-person event...

Affidavit Ballot Verification Counting Session for Ward 3 and Ward 6 Set for 11/19

NOTICE TO VOTERS Office of the City Clerk 31 Wakefield Street, Room 105 Rochester, NH RSA 659:23-a Affidavit...

Watch: School Board – 11/14/24

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Application Deadline for 2026 Fiscal Year General City Funds and CDBG Program Approaching

The application deadline for both CDBG and General City Funding is due on Friday,...

First United Methodist Church to Host Annual Holiday Fair on 11/23

The First United Methodist Church invites the community to its annual Holiday Fair, offering...

A Continued Commitment: New Hampshire Invests in Maternal Care

Today, members of the Executive Council voted in favor of $400,000 to be used...