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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 art exhibition featuring works by Michael Cirelli in the Bernier Room at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center. Michael Cirelli began skateboarding at the age of 8 and picked up...
Municipal

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,...
Business

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...
Elections

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...
Arts & Culture

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...
Elections

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...
Elections

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...
Business

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...
Municipal

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...
Business

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 Season, a community-wide initiative sponsored by Rochester Economic Development to champion the importance of supporting local businesses throughout the holiday season. Beginning November 1 and continuing through the end of...
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Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 11/06/25

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

Watch: City Council – 11/05/25

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

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...
GovTV

Watch: GACIT Public Hearing – 10/23/25

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

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...
GovTV

Watch: City Council – 10/21/25

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

Watch: Planning Board – 10/20/25

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

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

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

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Arts & Culture

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...
Business

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...
GovTV

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

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

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,...
Business

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...
GovTV

Watch: City Council – 11/05/25

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

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...
Arts & Culture

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...
Elections

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...
Elections

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...
Business

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...
Municipal

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...
Arts & Culture

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...
Business

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...
Municipal

City of Rochester Celebrates Grand Opening of Nancy Loud Park

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

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 &...
Education

WATCH: Rochester Listens hosts Televised Forums for School Board Candidates

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

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...
Library

Rochester Public Library Teen Room Announces November Events and Activities

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

Statewide Burn Ban Lifted, Rochester Fire Department Urges Caution

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

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...
GovTV

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...
Community

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...
Police Department

Rochester Police Department Launches New Online Crime Mapping Tool

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

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...
Elections

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...
Arts & Culture

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...
Community

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...
Municipal

Fall Yard Waste Collection Begins October 27

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

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...
GovTV

Watch: GACIT Public Hearing – 10/23/25

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

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...
Library

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

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

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...
Business

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...
Community

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...
GovTV

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...
Elections

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...
Education

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...
Community

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...
GovTV

Watch: City Council – 10/21/25

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

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...
Fire Department

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®...
GovTV

Watch: Planning Board – 10/20/25

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

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...
Municipal

Notice of City Council Public Hearings – October 21, 2025

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

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...
GovTV

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

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...
Arts & Culture

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Receives Governor’s Arts Award for Creative Communities

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) was honored with the Governor’s Arts Award...
Business

Seacoast Gymnastics Center Expands and Relocates to Market Basket Plaza

The City of Rochester Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that Seacoast Gymnastics...
GovTV

Watch: Public Safety Committee – 10/15/25

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

Notice of Candidate Withdrawal: Sarah Gentile, School Board Ward 3/Seat B

The City Clerk's Office for the City of Rochester is announcing that Sarah Gentile,...
Arts & Culture

Granite State Choral Society to Host Annual Fall Craft Fair on 11/8

The Granite State Choral Society invites the community to its annual Fall Craft Fair...
GovTV

Watch: Finance Committee – 10/14/25

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

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Gears Up for Annual Operation Thank You

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will be hitting the streets to thank its...
Podcast

LISTEN: City Leaders Celebrate Successes and Outline Priorities for Rochester’s Future at Annual ‘State of The City’ Event

In this special episode, Mayor Paul Callaghan and City Manager Katie Ambrose highlight the...
Public Safety

State Fire Marshal Urges New Hampshire Residents to Know the Risks of Lithium-ion Batteries

The New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office is teaming up with the Department of...
Web Submission

Governor Ayotte Signs Executive Orders to Protect New Hampshire from Foreign Adversaries

On October 6, 2025, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed two Executive Orders to prevent foreign...
GovTV

Watch: 2025 State of the City – 10/3/25

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

Local Sponsor Supports “Fare Free Saturday” on COAST October 25: Business sponsorship program ensures access for all

Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, is partnering with Cross...
Community

First United Methodist Church to Dedicate Hundreds of Project Linus Blankets on November 9

Several hundred handmade Project Linus blankets will be dedicated during the Sunday morning service...
Municipal

Municipal Offices CLOSED on Monday, October 13, 2025

In observance of Columbus Day on Monday, October 13, 2025, all Municipal Offices, including...
GovTV

Watch: School Board – 10/09/25

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

River Clean-Up Brings Together Community Volunteers in Downtown Rochester

Young and old came out on Saturday, October 4th, to participate in a river...
State of NH

Executive Councilors Host Roundtable on Rural Health Initiatives in Light of New Federal Funding Opportunities

New Hampshire Executive Councilors John Stephen and Joe Kenney will host a roundtable on...
State of NH

Take a Young Person Hunting: New Hampshire Youth Deer Hunt Set for October 25–26

New Hampshire’s youth deer weekend, Saturday and Sunday, October 25–26, 2025, is the perfect...
GovTV

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 10/08/25

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

Rochester Country Club Ladies Invitational Committee Donates to End 68 Hours of Hunger

On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Rochester Country Club Ladies Invitational Committee presented End...
Elections

City Council Update: Turner Resigns From Ward 1 Seat A, Successor to Be Chosen in November Election

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Councilor Patricia Turner (Ward 1 / Seat A) resigned...
Arts & Culture

Mel Brooks Returns to The Rochester Opera House, Just in Time for Spooky Season!

Get ready for music, madness, and mayhem with the Broadway hit Young Frankenstein! Based...
GovTV

Watch: City Council – 10/07/25

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

Public Works: Water Service Interruption and Road Closure on Dodge Street on 10/8

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

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Present “Christmas in Candyland” 2025 Holiday Parade

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce plans for its annual...
Municipal

Temporary Service Disruptions Expected During Sewer Rehabilitation

The City of Rochester has contracted National Water Main Cleaning Company (NWMCC) to perform...
State of NH

Public Hearing on Ten-Year Transportation Plan Set for October 23 at Rochester City Hall

The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation (GACIT), which is made up of the...

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