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Share the Forest: Hiking and Outdoor Recreation During Hunting Season

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Autumn is the perfect time of year to be in the woods: the leaves are changing, the weather is cooler, and the biting bugs are gone. There is also plenty of opportunity to see and experience wildlife as those animals that remain in New Hampshire during the winter, and those species that migrate south, prepare…

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Public Works Announces Temporary Parking Changes at Community Center for Construction and Paving

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

The Department of Public Works will begin construction and paving at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street, on Monday, September 28, with work expected to continue through Friday, October 23, 2026. As shown on the accompanying map, the blue area at the rear of the building (near the tennis courts) is…

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City of Rochester Plans for Major Wastewater Upgrades, Rates Expected to More Than Double

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

The City is moving forward with its planning for large upgrades to its wastewater facilities, which must be fully operational…

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Ward 4 City Councilors to Host Community Engagement Event on 9/27

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Ward 4 City Councilors David Walker and Chuck Creteau will host an informal meeting on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from…

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Attorney General Formella Pushes Federal Government to Strengthen ‘Know Your Upstream Provider Rules’ to Combat Illegal Robocalls

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that he and a bipartisan coalition of 48 other attorneys general are pushing the…

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City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Public Engagement Hour on 9/25

Monday, September 21, 2026

Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a…

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Community Highlights

Spaulding Football to Host 1st Annual “Salute to Service” Game Honoring Local Veterans on 10/2

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

The Spaulding High School Red Raider Football team, in partnership with the Red Raider Mothers Club (Spaulding Football Boosters) and Rochester Veterans Council, invites the community to the 1st Annual “Salute to Service” football game on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., as the Red Raiders take on the Manchester Memorial Crusaders. This special…

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2nd Annual Paws & Purpose Fundraiser to Support Pets of Cornerstone VNA Hospice Patients

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Golden Dog Adventure Co. and Cornerstone VNA will host the 2nd Annual Paws & Purpose – A Fundraiser for Pet Peace of Mind on Sunday, September 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cornerstone VNA, 178 Farmington Road in Rochester. This free, dog-friendly community event raises funds and awareness for Cornerstone VNA’s Pet Peace…

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Commission for Arts and Culture Announces 2026 Rochester Arts Awards Winners

Monday, September 21, 2026

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Shawn Pierce, Chairman of the Commission for Arts and Culture for the City of Rochester,…

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There’s Still Time to Paint the City of Rochester Blue for National Thank a Police Officer Day

Monday, September 21, 2026

With National Thank a Police Officer Day taking place last Saturday, September 19, the Thank a Rochester Cop Committee is…

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Rochester Public Library: September is Library Card Sign Up Month, Get Yours Today!

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce that September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. In collaboration with the American…

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Rochester NH History Podcast: The ‘Year Without a Summer’ in 1816

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

In this episode, we will explore the ‘Year Without a Summer’ in 1816, as well as lost buried treasure in…

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Recent Posts

Governor Joins AARP New Hampshire, Law Enforcement Leaders to Highlight New Protections Against Cryptocurrency ATM Scams

Monday, September 21, 2026

On September 14, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte highlighted a new law that will help protect Granite Staters against the threat…

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Reminder: Rochester Assessing Department Announces Cyclical Property Inspection Program

Saturday, September 19, 2026

The Assessing Department for the City of Rochester is continuing a five-year cyclical property inspection program to review and update…

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Rochester School District to Hold ‘Fall Family Night’ on 9/22 in Spaulding High School Gymnasium

Saturday, September 19, 2026

A message from the Rochester School Department: This event is for all students and families! An evening of fun, discovery,…

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Reminder: Hydrant Flushing Scheduled September 20 Through November 5, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

The City of Rochester will be flushing fire hydrants beginning September 20, 2026, and will run through November 5, 2026….

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DHHS Reminds Granite Staters to Get Vaccinated for Respiratory Viruses as Fall Approaches

Friday, September 18, 2026

With fall approaching, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is encouraging Granite Staters to take steps…

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Public Works: Tebbetts Road, Old Dover Road Intersection Traffic Light Changes

Thursday, September 17, 2026

The Department of Public Works is advising motorists that the flashing red and yellow beacon at the intersection of Tebbetts…

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Rochester Police Department, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to Host Drug Take Back Day on 10/24

Thursday, September 17, 2026

On October 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department, in partnership with the U.S. Drug…

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Election Day

Secretary of State Launches New Animated Civic Education Video Featuring the State Vegetable and Raptor

Thursday, September 17, 2026

On September 4, 2026, Secretary of State David Scanlan and Civic and Voter Education Coordinator Lily Woo visited Nottingham Elementary…

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City Council Names Mark Sullivan Interim City Manager, effective 11/29

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, City Council appointed Finance Director Mark Sullivan as interim City Manager, following the resignation of…

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Present ‘State of the City’ Breakfast Forum

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is proud to present a State of the City breakfast forum on Friday, October…

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Rochester Public Library to Host ‘Green Burial’ Presentation on 9/23

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

The Rochester Public Library will host an informational presentation on Green Burials on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 6:00 pm…

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Thank Members at Annual ‘Operation Thank You’ Day

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will be hitting the streets on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, to thank its members…

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