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Honoring Those Who Served: The Vision for Rochester’s Veterans Park
City of Rochester Seeks Public Input on Future of Former School Properties; Online Survey Deadline March 20
The City of Rochester is seeking public feedback on the future of the former School Street School and former William Allen School properties. In 2025, the Rochester School Department closed the two aging schools to reduce costs and consolidate students and staff into other elementary schools throughout the city. Following the closures, ownership of both…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am on March 6, 2026
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am March 6, 2026 During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. For general inquiries and concerns, contact the Department of Public Works at (603) 332-4096. To receive email notifications…
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Applications Now Open
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer scholarship(s) to eligible students graduating from high school. Students eligible…
Rochester Police Arrest New Durham Man in Connection With Two February 23 Robberies
On February 23, 2026, at approximately 6:02 p.m., Rochester Police responded to Subway on North Main Street for a report…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM on March 4, 2026
A citywide parking ban will be in effect beginning Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 11:00 PM through 7:00 AM on…
Governor Ayotte Highlights Need to Help More Pets Find Safe, Loving Homes
Recently, Governor Kelly Ayotte visited the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire in Bedford to discuss ways to improve laws…
COAST Bus Announces Service Delay for Friday, March 6, 2026
Due to the winter storm that is predicted to arrive tonight and be in place through the first part of Friday morning, the decision has been made to delay the start of all COAST services between 7:25-8:00a, with all scheduled service operating as normal after 8:00a. “The prediction of up to 5” of snow in…
The Nonprofit Dismas Home of New Hampshire Receives a Major Check To Help Fund New Rochester Building Project
A portion of gaming revenue proceeds from The Nash Casino will enable Dismas Home of New Hampshire to expand its services and support the opening of a second home for women in recovery who are rebuilding their lives after involvement in the court system. As the nonprofit marks its ten-year anniversary, Dismas Home Executive Director…
Rochester Writers Night: Third Annual Rochester Authors Fair Scheduled for April 11
Rochester Writers Night, the monthly literary event for the Lilac City and its writers, is holding its third annual Rochester…
Safety First: Rochester Opera House Installs New Fly System
After years of planning, The Rochester Opera House has taken a major step forward in enhancing its production capabilities with…
Rochester Performance and Arts Center to Host Family Movie Night on March 12
The Granite YMCA is hosting a “Family Movie Night for a Cause” as part of its 2026 Community Campaign, Mission:…
Rochester NH History Podcast: The Story Behind Rochester’s City Seal
In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, we take a closer look at Rochester’s city seal — the…
Rochester Public Library: Activities and Events for Teens in March
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of…
Greater Rochester Chamber to Host 2026 Business Showcase on 4/1
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Business Showcase, underwritten by Breezeline, on Wednesday, April 1, from…
Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘Rococo Crab’ by Lydia M. Kinney
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Rococo Crab”, an art exhibition featuring works by Lydia M….
EXTENDED DEADLINE: Commission for Arts & Culture Seeks Nominations for Annual Rochester Arts Awards
UPDATE: The original nomination deadline of February 18, 2026, has been extended. Nominations will continue to be accepted, and the…
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Purchases Property on Wakefield Street to Expand Senior Housing in Rochester
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the property at 86 Wakefield Street,…
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce seeks Annual Award Nominations
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Chamber’s Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year,…
Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Seeks New Board Member
A message from the Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation: The Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation (GRCHF) is seeking community members…
Rochester Schools Open Registration for Incoming Kindergarten and First-time Students
The Rochester School District is now preparing for the 2026–2027 school year, and registration opens February 1, 2026, for students…
NH Makes Key Progress in Enhancing School Safety, State Invests $8 Million in Security Projects, Prioritizes Training
The State of New Hampshire continues to make significant investments in school safety, combining targeted funding for facility improvements with…
550 Flags to Honor Veterans at Rochester Common Memorial Day Display
Vouchers for Veterans and the City of Rochester are excited to announce that heroism will be on display this Memorial…
City of Rochester Seeks Public Input on Future of Former School Properties with Online Survey
The City of Rochester is seeking public feedback on the future of the former School Street School and former William…
Waste Management is Closing the Turnkey Landfill and Residential Drop-Off Monday February 23, 2026
A message from Waste Management: Due to the impending inclement weather, Waste Management will close the Turnkey Landfill and Residential…