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Mayor Chuck Grassie

Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Public Engagement Hour on 4/24

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a monthly public engagement hour with the Mayor and other elected officials. The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026 (10:00 am) at the Rochester Public Library, 65 South Main Street. Participants are encouraged…

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Unitil to Conduct Gas Line and Meter Inspections in Rochester Through October

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

An Important Message from Unitil: Unitil will be conducting annual gas service line and meter inspections in the City of Rochester starting the week of April 13, 2026, and continuing through the end of October. These annual inspections are critical to the safety of our system and are required by both federal and state regulations….

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Reminder: City of Rochester Seeks CDBG Applications for FY2027; Deadline April 24

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The City’s Community Development Division has opened applications for the 2027 Fiscal Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, starting…

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City Clerk: Register Your Dog(s) by April 30; Rabies Clinic to Be Held May 2

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The Rochester City Clerk’s Office would like to remind dog owners that current dog licenses expire on April 30, 2026….

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Governor Unveils Commemorative License Plate for America’s 250th Birthday

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Recently, Governor Kelly Ayotte unveiled the design for a commemorative license plate ahead of the 250th birthday of the United…

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Attorney General’s Office Offering Free Scam Prevention Training in Honor of Financial Literacy Month

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Unit will…

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Community Highlights

2004 U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Rhi Jeffrey Visits Senior Bingo Program

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Rochester Senior Activity Center recently welcomed a special guest to its weekly bingo program: a member of the 2004 U.S. Olympic swimming team. According to a social media post, participants enjoyed a memorable afternoon of Bingo as Olympic gold medalist and Rochester Recreation and Arena Advisory Commission member Rhi Jeffrey joined as a celebrity…

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Bernier

Bernier Insurance Agency to Host Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce April Business After Hours

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Bernier Insurance Agency will host a Business After Hours event on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. The event will take place at Bernier Insurance Agency, located at 32 Wakefield Street in Rochester. Celebrating its 45th year in downtown Rochester, Bernier…

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calendar contest

Capture What Makes Your Community Shine: MVSB Launches Annual Photo Contest

Sunday, April 12, 2026

MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is excited to announce the launch of its annual Community Photo Contest, open to the…

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gardening

Lilac City Gardeners to Host Spring Gardening Workshop on 4/14

Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Lilac City Gardeners will host a free public workshop, “Getting the Garden Ready for Spring,” on Tuesday, April 14,…

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End-of-Life Planning Program Offered at Rochester Public Library on 4/15

Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Rochester Public Library will host a program on end-of-life planning on Wednesday, April 15, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM…

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Gonic

Rochester NH History Podcast: Remembering Gonic, A Visual Journey Through the Past

Friday, April 10, 2026

In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, we take a closer look at Gonic—a community within Rochester that…

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Recent Posts

Mayor Chuck Grassie Honors Lynda Morgan’s 36-Year Legacy in Early Childhood Education with Special Proclamation

Friday, April 10, 2026

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, during the regular City Council meeting, Mayor Chuck Grassie read a special proclamation designating April…

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Lila Productions Brings Free Dance Programs to Rochester Recreation Department

Friday, April 10, 2026

Rochester Recreation & Arena, in partnership with Lila Productions, is excited to announce a brand-new opportunity for the community to…

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New Hampshire Has One of the Lowest Tax Burdens in the Nation

Friday, April 10, 2026

New Hampshire once again has one of the lowest tax burdens in the nation, according to new rankings from WalletHub. Today,…

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Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Robbins Auto Repair & Sales LLC with Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Thursday, April 9, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony in celebration of the grand opening of…

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Mental Health Awareness Month Kicks Off with Community-Wide Initiatives

Thursday, April 9, 2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to show their support by participating…

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Rochester Opera House Kicks Off Exciting Spring 2026 Season

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Everyone is emerging from winter hibernation, and the Opera House has plenty of shows to keep you and your family…

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Register Now: April School Vacation Camp Offered by Rochester Recreation Department

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

There’s still time to register for the Rec’s April Vacation Camp! Resident registration is now open, and nonresident registration will…

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City of Rochester Launches Major Update to ‘The Rochester Post’ Mobile App for iOS Devices

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce a major update to The Rochester Post mobile app, now available in…

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NH Fish and Game: Annual Discover Wild New Hampshire Day Set for April 18

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Spring is here, which means it’s time for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s popular outdoor festival, Discover Wild…

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NH DHHS Advises Consumers Not to Eat Frozen, Dinosaur-shaped, Ready-to-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due to Elevated Levels of Lead

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped,…

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Save The Date: Annual Free Comic Book Day Returns Saturday, May 2, 2026

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Free Comic Book Day will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, across both the region and the country, offering…

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NH Fish and Game: Register Now for Hunter Education Courses

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Sign up now to take your Hunter Education class and be ready for all of this fall’s hunting seasons. Register…

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