Rochester Public Library Hosts All Abilities Club for Inclusive Community Fun

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to host the All Abilities Club, an inclusive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities. This free event provides a relaxed space where participants can enjoy coloring pages, puzzles, and board games in a fun and supportive environment. The event...

Don’t Get Towed: City of Rochester Reminds Residents of Winter Parking Restrictions

The City of Rochester is reminding residents and visitors to follow all winter parking...

Drop-In Tech Help Available at Rochester Public Library

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using...

Colby Street Temporarily Closed on 2/5 for Emergency Water Repair

Colby Street will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, for emergency water...

Rochester Neck Road temporarily reduced to a single lane on 2/5

Rochester Neck Road, near the intersection of Taylor Ave, will be reduced to a...

Attention Teens: Free Babysitting Course Offered at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library, in partnership with 4-H, is offering a free Babysitters Training...

Community Re-Entry Program for Adults and Youth Launched by NHDOC and NH DHHS

The New Hampshire Departments of Corrections (NHDOC) and Health and Human Services (DHHS) have...

City of Rochester Introduces Closed Captioning on GovTV Platforms

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that closed captioning (CC) is now...

Public Notice: Strafford Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Review

A copy of the Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is available for public review...

Multi-Agency Fugitive Task Force Arrests Three at Rochester Residence Linked to Drug Activity

On the morning of January 31, members of the United States Marshals Service (USMS), District of New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force, Strafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), and Rochester Police Department arrested three fugitives out of 55 Lafayette Street in Rochester.  Surveillance assets witnessed...

Media

Watch: Police Commission – 2/05/25

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

Watch: City Council – 2/4/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...

Watch: Planning Board – 2/3/25

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

Watch: FY25 CIP Committee – 2/01/25 part 1 of 2

Click here to watch To learn more about the CIP committee click here Public Meetings are...

Watch: FY26 CIP p.2 – 2/1/25 (part 2 of 2)

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

LISTEN: Chief Gary Boudreau talks about his career and service to the City of Rochester

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau about...

Watch: City Council – 01/21/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...

Watch: Public Works Committee – 1/16/25

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

All Posts

Rochester Public Library Hosts All Abilities Club for Inclusive Community Fun

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to host the All Abilities Club, an inclusive...

Multi-Agency Fugitive Task Force Arrests Three at Rochester Residence Linked to Drug Activity

On the morning of January 31, members of the United States Marshals Service (USMS),...

Watch: Police Commission – 2/05/25

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

Don’t Get Towed: City of Rochester Reminds Residents of Winter Parking Restrictions

The City of Rochester is reminding residents and visitors to follow all winter parking...

Drop-In Tech Help Available at Rochester Public Library

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using...

Colby Street Temporarily Closed on 2/5 for Emergency Water Repair

Colby Street will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, for emergency water...

Rochester Neck Road temporarily reduced to a single lane on 2/5

Rochester Neck Road, near the intersection of Taylor Ave, will be reduced to a...

Watch: City Council – 2/4/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...

Attention Teens: Free Babysitting Course Offered at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library, in partnership with 4-H, is offering a free Babysitters Training...

Community Re-Entry Program for Adults and Youth Launched by NHDOC and NH DHHS

The New Hampshire Departments of Corrections (NHDOC) and Health and Human Services (DHHS) have...

Watch: Planning Board – 2/3/25

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

Watch: FY25 CIP Committee – 2/01/25 part 1 of 2

Click here to watch To learn more about the CIP committee click here Public Meetings are...

Watch: FY26 CIP p.2 – 2/1/25 (part 2 of 2)

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

City of Rochester Introduces Closed Captioning on GovTV Platforms

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that closed captioning (CC) is now...

Public Notice: Strafford Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Review

A copy of the Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is available for public review...

Haydee Rivera-Nadeau Sentenced to 28 to 56 years for the Death of Lisa Rocheleau in Rochester, New Hampshire

Attorney General John M. Formella and Chief Gary Boudreau of the Rochester Police Department...

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 11 PM Until Monday, February 3, 2025, at 7 AM

A citywide parking ban will be in effect from Sunday, February 2, 2025, at...

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Friday, January 31, 2025, 11 pm until Saturday, February 1, 2025, 7am

A Citywide Parking Ban is in effect from Friday, January 31, 2025, 11 pm...

R.W. Creteau Technical Center at Spaulding High School to Host Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the R.W. Creteau...

Embrace Cozy Family Fun with the “Hygge Family Journey” at Rochester Public Library

The Children's Room at the Rochester Public Library invites families to participate in the...

Consumer Alert: Increase in Lottery and Sweepstakes Scams Targeting Older Adult Population

Attorney General John M. Formella issues a Consumer Alert for New Hampshire residents, especially...

The Franklin Gallery to Showcase Local Artists Renée Hardy and Mandy McDonald

The Franklin Gallery will host an exhibit in February featuring the work of local...

LISTEN: Chief Gary Boudreau talks about his career and service to the City of Rochester

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk to Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau about...

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte Institutes State Hiring Freeze

On January 22, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed an Executive Order instituting a hiring freeze across...

Attention Voters: Supervisors of the Checklist Session Scheduled 2/5

The Supervisors of the Checklist for Rochester, NH, will be in session to accept...

NH Highlanders Squadron to Host Civil Air Patrol Open House in Rochester on 2/5

The NH Highlanders Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) will host an Open...

Harding Street Closed on 1/28 for Emergency Water Repairs

Harding Street, from Rochester Hill Road to Preston Street, will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, January 28 for...

3.9-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes New Hampshire and Southern Maine

WMUR reports that an earthquake was felt across New Hampshire on Monday morning at...

Public Works Urges Residents to Stop Flushing Wipes

The City of Rochester is addressing an ongoing and costly issue caused by non-woven...

Rochester Author J. L. Long Releases First Science Fiction Novella, SILICON KINGS

J. L. Long, an established Rochester author and host of the monthly Rochester Writers...

Downtown Parking Ban in Effect Starting 11:00 PM on 1/23

A Downtown Parking Ban is in effect from Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 11...

Rochester Opera House to Keep Free Comic Book Day Alive

The Rochester Opera House is stepping up to ensure the continuation of Free Comic...

Rochester Trustees of the Trust Announce Fund Distributions for Heating Fuel Assistance

The Trustees of the Trust Fund are pleased to share recent distributions meant to...

Watch: City Council – 01/21/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...

Rochester’s Certified Property Taxation Remains Below Allowable Tax Cap by $14.5 Million

During the Finance Committee meeting on January 14, Director of Finance Mark Sullivan reported...

Teen Room at Rochester Public Library Announces February Activities

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12-18 to participate in a...

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

On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the Rochester City Clerk's Office officially moved from its...

No Trash Pickup on Monday, January 20, 2025

Due to the impending inclement weather expected, trash and recycling services will not run...

Citywide Parking Ban Starts 9:00 pm on 1/19 until 9:00 am 1/20

A Citywide Parking Ban is in effect from Sunday, January 19, 2025, 9:00 pm...

Rochester School District to Host Fireside Chat with Superintendent Annie Azarloza on 2/2

Step into an evening of inspiration and insight at the Fireside Chat with Superintendent...

City Council to Hold Public Hearing on 1/21 for Ordinance Amendments and Infrastructure Projects

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

Watch: Public Works Committee – 1/16/25

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

City Manager Katie Ambrose Earns ICMA Credentialed Manager Designation

At a recent City Council meeting, during the City Manager's report, Katie Ambrose announced...

Mayor Addresses Property Tax Concerns Amid Historic Tax Rate Drop and Citywide Revaluation

During a recent City Council meeting, Mayor Paul Callaghan addressed concerns regarding the citywide...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 1/20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Municipal offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin...

Senior Activity Center to host Valentine’s Day Celebration on 2/13

The Rochester Senior Activity Center is excited to host the Valentine Warmth & Wellness...

LISTEN: Interim Assessor Mary Beth Walker provides update on 2024 City-wide Revaluation

On Tuesday, October 15, Interim Assessor Mary Beth Walker provided an update on the...

Watch: Finance Committee – 1/14/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Public Meetings...

Family-friendly Winter Festival scheduled for the Rochester Common on 1/25

Join Rochester Rec & Arena for a fun-filled Winter Festival on Saturday, January 25th,...

Governor Kelly Ayotte Announces Key Staff Appointments

On January 6, then Governor-elect Kelly Ayotte announced several hires for the Governor’s Office...

‘City Chat’ Returns: Mayor Callaghan Sets New Dates and Locations for Revamped Community Engagement Hour

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

Governor Ayotte Creates Commission on Government Efficiency in First Executive Order

On January 9, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed her first Executive Order creating the Commission...

State of NH: Governor Kelly Ayotte’s Inaugural Address

On January 9, Governor Kelly Ayotte delivered her inaugural address after being sworn in...

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Civics 101 Classes Announced for 2025

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

Watch: School Board – 1/9/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the School Board website page Public...

Library Partners With AARP Tax-Aide to Provide Free Tax Assistance

The Rochester Public Library, through a partnership with AARP Tax-Aide, is offering free federal...

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 1/8/25

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

City of Rochester Announces Significant Valuation Increases Following 2024 Revaluation

The Assessing Department for the City of Rochester has completed its 2024 city-wide property...

Beating the Winter Blues: Free Workshop on Coping with Seasonal Depression

The Rochester Public Library will host “Beating the Winter Blues,” an event focused on...

Watch: City Council – 1/7/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the City Council agenda and...

Discover Your Family History with the Rochester Public Library’s Genealogy Workshop Series

Are you curious about your family’s roots but don’t know where to begin? The...

Watch: Planning Board – 1/6/25

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

City of Rochester Sees High Demand for New Trash Bag Program During Holiday Season

The City of Rochester’s new residential overflow trash bag program has seen an overwhelming...

City of Rochester Implements Language Translation Tool to Enhance Communication with Diverse Community

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the adoption of ConveyConnect, an advanced...

Discover the Artistic Talent of Artstream Students at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present the artwork of students from Artstream...

Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation (COAST) Secures $25,000 Grant to Expand Community Rides Program

The Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, commonly known as COAST, has received a $25,000...

Chamber of Commerce to hold Annual Meeting Breakfast at Frisbie Memorial Hospital Conference Center on 2/7

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

Communications Center, Police Department, Project Good Morning program Gather for Annual Holiday Breakfast

On December 23, the Communications Center, Police Department, and participants from the Project Good...

Municipal Offices CLOSED New Years Day, trash and recycling delayed

Municipal offices will be closed Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in observance of New Years....

City of Rochester to Mail 2024 Tax Bills on December 31, 2024

The Finance Department for the City of Rochester will mail tax bills on Tuesday,...

Cornerstone VNA Announces Leadership Transition: Jennifer Ufkin to Become President/CEO

Cornerstone VNA, a trusted nonprofit home health provider, announces an important leadership transition. On...

Department of Business and Economic Affairs recognizes City of Rochester as a Housing Champion

On December 19, the New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) recognized...

Rochester Rotary Club to present Dueling Pianos show at Rochester Elks on 3/1

The Rochester Rotary Club is pleased to announce a night of unforgettable entertainment with...

Get Notified: Receive Willand Warming Center Activations via Text

If you want to receive texts when the Willand Warming Center of Strafford County...

LISTEN: From Frontier to Township — A Conversation with Rochester Historian Patrick O. Connelly

In this episode, Matt sits down with author, researcher, and Rochester historian Patrick O....