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Municipal Offices CLOSED on 5/25 for Memorial Day, Trash Delayed

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Municipal Offices, including the Public Library and Recreation Department, will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Trash and recycling pick-up will be delayed by 1 day (for the entire week) due to the Memorial Day Holiday. Monday’s route will be run on Tuesday, and each day will be delayed…

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NH Fish and Game: 2025 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary Now Available

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

The 2025 New Hampshire Wildlife Harvest Summary is now available. The publication presents final data on the 2025 New Hampshire hunting seasons as summarized by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department wildlife biologists. This annual publication provides a complete analysis of hunting season statistics, including information organized by town and by Wildlife Management Unit (WMU). The 2025 NH…

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Governor Ayotte Calls for Protecting Children’s Mental Health Coverage

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

During a Mental Health Awareness Month event with leaders and advocates from community mental health centers today, NAMI New Hampshire,…

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City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Monthly Public Engagement Hour on 5/22

Monday, May 18, 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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Police Department

Rochester Police Department Releases Monthly Activity Report for April 2026

Monday, May 18, 2026

The Rochester Police Department has released its monthly activity report for April 2026. Officers responded to a wide range of…

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NH Fish and Game: Introduction to Birding Course for Women Offered June 6

Monday, May 18, 2026

Registration is open for a half-day course for women who want to develop the skills necessary to better understand how…

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Community Highlights

Reminder: Rochester Veterans Council to Host Memorial Day Parade on May 25, 2026

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

The Rochester Veterans Council will host a Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 25, 2026. The parade will step off from Holy Rosary Church on North Main Street at 10:30 a.m. sharp, designated with a cannon shot. The parade will proceed to the Arched Bridge over the Cocheco River, where there will be a brief…

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The Greater Rochester Camera Club Presents the “Black & White” at The Franklin Gallery

Friday, May 15, 2026

The Greater Rochester Camera Club (GRCC) will present its annual summer exhibition, “Black & White,” on display throughout the month of June at The Franklin Gallery at Riverstones Custom Framing in Rochester, NH. A public opening reception will be held on June 3 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, where attendees can meet participating photographers…

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Flags of Honor Returning to Rochester Common for Memorial Day Weekend 2026

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Vouchers for Veterans and the City of Rochester are excited to announce that heroism will be on display this Memorial…

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River Day 2026 Promotes Clean Water, Conservation, and Outdoor Education

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

In April 2024, the Rochester Conservation Commission hosted a river clean-up event in which members of the Great Bay Chapter…

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Recreation Department to Host Neighborhood Picnic at Nancy Loud Park on 5/16

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

The Rochester Recreation & Arena Department invites East Rochester community members and neighbors of Nancy Loud Park to attend a…

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Rochester NH History Podcast: Uncovering the History Behind Rochester’s Place Names

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Have you ever stopped to think about the history behind the names of rivers and streets in Rochester? In this…

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Recent Posts

Reminder: City of Rochester Launches “The Rochester Post Radio” Free On-Demand Audio Platform

Saturday, May 16, 2026

The Office for Public Information and Community Engagement for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce The Rochester Post…

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May 19: Several Public Hearings Scheduled for FY27 Budgets, Capital Projects, and Resolutions

Friday, May 15, 2026

Notice is hereby given that the Rochester City Council will conduct PUBLIC HEARINGS on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00…

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New Hampshire DHHS Celebrates Home Visiting Programs Supporting Families Across the State

Friday, May 15, 2026

Governor Kelly Ayotte and the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) celebrate the important role that home…

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New Hampshire DHHS Issues Statement on MV Hondius Hantavirus Outbreak

Thursday, May 14, 2026

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has issued the following statement on hantavirus: “DHHS is aware…

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Governor Ayotte Meets with Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Thursday, May 14, 2026

On May 4, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte met with employers participating in New Hampshire’s Recovery Friendly Workplace program to receive…

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Governor Urges House Commerce Committee to Protect Mental Health Coverage for Children

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

On May 06, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement urging members of the House Commerce Committee to pass…

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Listen: Learn About the Rochester Historical Society and Museum

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

In this episode, Matt talks to Ralph Montgomery, President, Rochester Historical Society about the museum and its artifacts, recent aquisitions,…

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Watch: City Council – 5/12/26

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Click here for a link to…

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Mayor Chuck Grassie Honors Spaulding Hockey State Champions at City Council Meeting

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Mayor Chuck Grassie welcomed Spaulding High School Hockey State Champions to the City Council meeting…

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City Council Holds FY27 Budget Retreat to Review and Discuss Department Requests, Proposed Budget

Monday, May 11, 2026

On Friday, May 8, 2026, the Rochester City Council held a Budget Retreat in Council Chambers to review the FY27…

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Making Way: Works by Denise Manseau in the Carnegie Gallery

Monday, May 11, 2026

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Making Way”, an art exhibition featuring works by Denise Manseau…

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Rochester Public Library: Fresh Fiction, New DVDs, and More This May

Monday, May 11, 2026

A message from the Rochester Public Library’s monthly newsletter: April showers bring May towers of new releases!Read on for what…

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