Government & Public Updates

Watch: Rochester City Council, School Board Hold Joint Budget Workshop

Monday, June 1, 2026

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the Rochester City Council and Rochester School Board held a Committee of the Whole budget workshop for joint budget deliberations. Click here to watch

Read more

City of Rochester Opens Public Comment Period for FY 2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan

Friday, May 29, 2026

In accordance with federal regulations governing the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, public input will be solicited for 30 days, beginning on May 29th, 2026, to comment on the proposed CDBG FY 2027 Annual Action Plan. The CDBG Annual Action Plan identifies how the City plans to use the federal money during…

Read more
meeting

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the knowledge and skills needed for active…

Read more

NH Fish and Game: Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Hiking in New Hampshire

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the busy summer hiking season in New Hampshire, is fast approaching. As you…

Read more

Childcare Tax Credit Headed to Governor’s Desk After Senate Vote

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

A new law to create a tax credit program for companies that invest in childcare for their workforce is headed…

Read more

Governor Ayotte Signs Law Expanding Gold Star License Plate Program

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Recently, Governor Ayotte signed into law House Bill 1078, expanding the State’s Gold Star License Plate Program to include Gold…

Read more
Community Highlights

Rochester Colonial Moments: Timothy Roberts and Rochester’s First Settled Family

Monday, June 1, 2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. Monday, June 1, 2026 “From 1722 to…

Read more

Greater Rochester Chamber Celebrates Grand Opening of Pho Zaap with Ribbon Cutting

Friday, May 29, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony in celebration of the grand opening of Pho Zaap, located at 101 North Main Street in Rochester, NH. Held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., the event brought together members of the Greater Rochester business community to welcome the…

Read more

Rochester NH History Podcast: Three Rochester Men Honored on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Friday, May 29, 2026

Located in Washington, D.C., are many monuments and statues dedicated to historical figures and events. Some of these include the…

Read more

Special Fiesta Fundraiser Supports Spaulding Student Preparing for Life-Saving Transplant

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Cinco’s Cantina recently held a special Fiesta Fundraiser at its Rochester location for beloved team member Sherry Libby as she…

Read more

Rochester Senior Activity Center Launches “Walk with a Doc” Series

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Rochester Recreation & Arena recently partnered with Frisbie Memorial Hospital to launch the “Walk with a Doc” program for members…

Read more

Rochester Colonial Moments: From Petition to Province Town

Monday, May 25, 2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…

Read more
Recent Posts

Rochester Recreation & Arena Announces Summer 2026 Programs and Activities

Saturday, May 23, 2026

A message from Rochester Recreation & Arena: This past week has really put us in the summer mindset! We can’t…

Read more

Rochester Public Library Teen Room Announces June Programs and Summer Reading Events

Saturday, May 23, 2026

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of…

Read more

The Governor’s Inn to Host Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce June Business After Hours

Saturday, May 23, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that The Governor’s Inn will host a Business After Hours…

Read more

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Honors 2026 Annual Award Recipients

Friday, May 22, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the recipients honored during its Annual Awards Celebration, “A Night…

Read more
swings

City of Rochester Temporarily Closes School Street and William Allen Playgrounds Out of Safety Precaution

Friday, May 22, 2026

The City of Rochester is announcing the immediate closure of the playgrounds at the former School Street School and William…

Read more
flag

City of Rochester to Rededicate City Hall’s Shaw Park to Veterans Park on 6/8

Thursday, May 21, 2026

The City of Rochester will host a rededication of Shaw Park at City Hall to Veterans Park on Monday, June…

Read more
SHARE Fund

SHARE Fund Announces Board Opportunities Ahead of Leadership Transition

Thursday, May 21, 2026

The SHARE Fund is seeking new members to join its Board of Directors as the organization prepares for an upcoming…

Read more

NH Fish and Game: Got Bats? Participate in the NH Bat Counts Project

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Wildlife biologists need help from volunteers who have bats in their barn or other outbuilding to conduct bat counts this…

Read more

NH Secretary of State Reminds Candidates of Upcoming Filing Period

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Secretary of State David Scanlan reminds individuals interested in running for federal, state, or county office that the candidate filing…

Read more

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…

Read more
moose

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…

Read more

Watch: City Council – 5/19/26

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live on…

Read more

Search for a post

Subscribe



Navigation

Navigation
Weather
Mon
63°
Tue
72°
Wed
76°
Thu
83°
Fri
84°
Notifications

Be the first to know what's happening in your community and local government.

Connect

Forecast

5 Day Forecast

Current: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Mon
Clear
63°| 40°
Tue
Rain
72°| 48°
Wed
Clear
76°| 51°
Thu
Clear
83°| 56°
Fri
Cloudy
84°| 58°

Game

SCORE: 0    HI: 0
SNAKE BYTE 1.0
Use ARROW KEYS to move
Eat the treats to grow