Community
RESCHEDULED: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Present ‘A Polar Express’ Christmas Parade
DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST, THE PARADE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO MONDAY, DECEMBER 4TH AT 6PM.The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce plans for its annual holiday parade with the theme this year of “A Polar Express Christmas”. Generously underwritten by...
Community
Rochester Mental Health Alliance reveals new logo, announces plans for new website and community meeting
The Rochester Mental Health Alliance is pleased to reveal its new logo, a co-creation...
Community
POSTPONED: Chamber of Commerce to host Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Downtown Rochester
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING POSTPONED
UNTIL TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 @ 5:30pm in Central Square, Rochester
Due to...
Arts & Culture
Spaulding High School Advanced Drawing Class engages in immersive art experience
The Art Department at Spaulding High School is pleased to announce that the Early...
Community
SHARE Fund receives grant from the NH Charitable Foundation to help to assist Strafford County neighbors in need
SHARE Fund recently received a $25,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The...
Municipal
‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour scheduled for 12/1 at Community Center
City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...
Arts & Culture
Rochester Main Street to present 7th Annual ‘Festival of Trees’ on December 1 & 2
Rochester Main Street is pleased to announce that Festival of Trees will return to...
Arts & Culture
First United Methodist Church to present 8th Annual “Hometown Christmas” Musical Celebration on 12/9
The First United Methodist Church is pleased to announce that the 8th Annual "Hometown...
Library
Rochester Public Library Teen Room to offer a variety of activities for teens in December
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is pleased to announce a variety of activities...
Community
Eastern donates food and funds to End 68 Hours of Hunger in Rochester
On Tuesday, November 28th, Eastern Propane & Oil presented End 68 Hours of Hunger Rochester with a large food donation and financial contribution of $1550 to help feed children in need.End 68 Hours of Hunger is a public not-for-profit organization committed to addressing the...
Municipal
GovTV
WATCH: Public Works and Buildings Committee – 11/16/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, FY24 Proposed Paving List, Public Informational Meetings Upcoming • Route 11 Capacity and Safety Enhancements-Wednesday January 31, 2024@ 7:00 PM at The...
GovTV
WATCH: Finance Committee – 11/14/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, New Business: Recreation Department-Lilac Family Fun Festival- 2024 Funding, Waste Management Closure Fund Ordinance-Draft, Reports from Finance & Administration, Monthly Financial Report...
GovTV
WATCH: School Board – 11/09/23
Regular meeting of the Rochester School Board. Agenda items included: Superintendent's Report and Communications (staff recognitions), Public Comment, and Reports of Committees.
Click here to watch.Public Meetings are...
GovTV
WATCH: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 11/8/23
Zoning Board of Adjustment - 11/8/23
Click here to watch.Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel 26. Broadcasts are...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 11/8/23
Agenda items included: Communications from the City Manager, Communications from the Mayor, Citation of Merit – Rochester Firefighters, dispatchers, and paramedics, Reports of Committees, (several action items)...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – 11/6/23
Agenda items included: Public Comment, New Applications: 84/84 Church St Lot-Line Revision, 797 Portland Street 16 – Lot Subdivision, Waste Management 38 Turnkey Way Site Plan for...
Podcast
LISTEN: Dr. Christopher Lawson talks about Interventional Cardiology
In this episode, Matt talks to Dr. Christopher Lawson (Frisbie Memorial Hospital) about interventional cardiology, heart disease, and identifiable...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 11/21/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, Communications from the City Manager, Communications from the Mayor, Discussion: Amendment to Chapter 7-83...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – 11/20/23
Agenda items included: Public comment, CIP Committee - 3 PB Members needed, New Applications: 2 Unit Condominium Conversion; Review...
Podcast
LISTEN: Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum
In this episode, we play the audio from the Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum that occurred on October 30th. Hosted by the Greater Rochester Chamber of...
Podcast
LISTEN: School Board Candidate Forum
In this episode, we play the audio from the School Board Candidate Forum that occurred on October 25th. Hosted by Rochester Listens, the forum provided an opportunity...
GovTV
WATCH: Police Commission – 11/01/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, Thank a Cop Committee Presentation, New Business: 20 Year Plaque – Justin Livingstone. Monthly Reports - Operations & Administration, Other, and a...
Podcast
LISTEN: Marie and Katherine talk about books and movies that involve music
In this episode, Marie and Katherine reunite after a brief hiatus to talk about their favorite books and movies that involve music in one way or another....
Podcast
LISTEN: Lisa Gautreau talks Granite State Choral Society
In this episode, Matt talks to Lisa Gautreau, president of Granite State Choral Society. GSCS is a nonprofit organization that has shared its joy of singing and...
GovTV
WATCH: Public Works & Buildings Committee 10/19/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, Sewer System Master Plan Update by Weston Sampson Engineers, Suitability of Public Waste and Drinking Water Utilities to Support the Granite Ridge...
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Community
RESCHEDULED: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Present ‘A Polar Express’ Christmas Parade
DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST, THE PARADE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO MONDAY, DECEMBER 4TH...
Community
Eastern donates food and funds to End 68 Hours of Hunger in Rochester
On Tuesday, November 28th, Eastern Propane & Oil presented End 68 Hours of Hunger...
Community
Rochester Mental Health Alliance reveals new logo, announces plans for new website and community meeting
The Rochester Mental Health Alliance is pleased to reveal its new logo, a co-creation...
Community
POSTPONED: Chamber of Commerce to host Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Downtown Rochester
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING POSTPONED
UNTIL TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5 @ 5:30pm in Central Square, Rochester
Due to...
Arts & Culture
Spaulding High School Advanced Drawing Class engages in immersive art experience
The Art Department at Spaulding High School is pleased to announce that the Early...
Community
SHARE Fund receives grant from the NH Charitable Foundation to help to assist Strafford County neighbors in need
SHARE Fund recently received a $25,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The...
Municipal
‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour scheduled for 12/1 at Community Center
City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...
Arts & Culture
Rochester Main Street to present 7th Annual ‘Festival of Trees’ on December 1 & 2
Rochester Main Street is pleased to announce that Festival of Trees will return to...
Arts & Culture
First United Methodist Church to present 8th Annual “Hometown Christmas” Musical Celebration on 12/9
The First United Methodist Church is pleased to announce that the 8th Annual "Hometown...
Library
Rochester Public Library Teen Room to offer a variety of activities for teens in December
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is pleased to announce a variety of activities...
State of NH
State of New Hampshire tops rankings for economic and personal freedoms
Recently, the Cato Institute released its seventh biennial Freedom in the 50 States report, in...
Community
Menzel Family donates 30ft spruce for downtown Christmas Tree
The Rochester Department of Public Works has selected the 2023 Christmas Tree for the...
State of NH
For Your Information: Home Heating tips for the Winter Heating Season
With the home heating season approaching, the New Hampshire Department of Energy (DOE) and...
Arts & Culture
Celebrate the sounds of Christmas with the Granite State Choral Society
Celebrate the sounds of Christmas as Granite State Choral Society with Sandra Thomas, Music...
Arts & Culture
Franklin Gallery to present “Shadows & Light in Black & White vs In Living Color”, works by Steve Brown and Lisa Shurtleff
The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...
Podcast
LISTEN: Dr. Christopher Lawson talks about Interventional Cardiology
In this episode, Matt talks to Dr. Christopher Lawson (Frisbie Memorial Hospital) about interventional...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 11/21/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, Communications from the City Manager, Communications from the Mayor,...
Community
Meredith Village Savings Bank kicks off Annual Mitten Tree Drive, to benefit local schools and nonprofits
MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) continues its more than four-decade tradition of collecting donations...
Police Department
Holiday Tips: How to prevent packages from being stolen from your doorstep
With the holiday season upon us, thousands of packages will be delivered across many...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – 11/20/23
Agenda items included: Public comment, CIP Committee - 3 PB Members needed, New Applications:...
GovTV
WATCH: Public Works and Buildings Committee – 11/16/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, FY24 Proposed Paving List, Public Informational Meetings Upcoming •...
GovTV
WATCH: Finance Committee – 11/14/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, New Business: Recreation Department-Lilac Family Fun Festival- 2024 Funding,...
Community
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to conduct holiday collection for Homeless Center for Strafford County
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Holiday Events Committee is pleased to announce a...
Community
Cornerstone VNA Announces Nightingale Award Recipient
Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health and hospice care provider, recently recognized Jeffrey...
Community
Rochester Rotary Club, Hope on Haven Hill celebrate new outdoor play space at Center for Hope and Wellness
On a beautiful fall day, the Rochester Rotary Club, board and staff from Hope...
State of NH
Governor Chris Sununu Nominates Melissa Beth Countway to New Hampshire Supreme Court
Today, Governor Chris Sununu nominated Melissa Beth Countway of Alton to serve on the...
State of NH
Nearly $10 Million in Additional Funding Awarded to The Doorways
On November 8th, members of the Executive Council voted to approve $9,789,398 in additional...
Public Safety
Emergency services respond to fatal accident on Salmon Falls Road
At approximately 8:45 pm on November 9th, Rochester Police, Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded...
State of NH
Funds for Family Violence Prevention Specialists Approved
On November 8th, the Executive Council voted to approve $2,464,088 in funding for the...
Municipal
Community Development Division seeks public input for Community Development Block Grant program
The City of Rochester’s Community Development Division has released its 2023-2024 Community Development survey...
Community
37th Annual ‘Lights of Love’ returns to in-person on 12/6
Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit provider of high-quality, skilled care at home, is pleased...
Elections
City Clerk: Recounts for November 7th, 2023 Municipal Election scheduled for 11/18
The Rochester City Clerk's Office is pleased to announce that recounts for the November...
GovTV
WATCH: School Board – 11/09/23
Regular meeting of the Rochester School Board. Agenda items included: Superintendent's Report and Communications...
GovTV
WATCH: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 11/8/23
Zoning Board of Adjustment - 11/8/23
Click here to watch.Public Meetings are broadcast live on...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 11/8/23
Agenda items included: Communications from the City Manager, Communications from the Mayor, Citation of...
Community
Rochester Runners Club Hosts 22nd Annual “Free Fall 5k” to Support Local Non-Profits
The Rochester Runners Club is pleased to announce the 22nd annual "Free Fall 5k,"...
Municipal
Municipal Offices CLOSED on 11/23-24 for Thanksgiving, trash/recycling delayed 1 day
Municipal offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 23, and...
Arts & Culture
Rochester Area Authors Fair scheduled for 12/13 at Rochester Public Library
Rochester Writers Night, the monthly literary event for the Lilac City and its writers,...
State of NH
New Hampshire Expands Access to Naloxone, Available through the Doorway System
In an ongoing effort to increase access to prevention, treatment, and recovery services for...
Arts & Culture
Opera House to present Blizzard of Ozz: A Tribute to Ozzy and Stormbringer: A Tribute to Deep Purple on 11/18
The Rochester Opera House is pleased to present Blizzard of Ozz: A Tribute to...
Arts & Culture
Opera House to present Bearly Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute on 11/17
The Rochester Opera House is pleased to present Bearly Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute on...
Business
Chamber of Commerce celebrates the opening of Evviva Trattoria at The Ridge
On Thursday, October 26th, the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold...
State of NH
Hunters Eagerly Await the Start of Firearms Deer Season, a big day for the state’s over 60k hunters
The regular firearms deer hunting season opens Wednesday, November 8 in New Hampshire, a...
Community
Entries Sought for Rochester’s “A Polar Express Christmas” 2023 Holiday Parade
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking entries for this year’s “A...
State of NH
‘Let’s Go Fishing’ Program Seeks Volunteer Ice Fishing Instructors, All levels of experience are welcome
Are you an ice angler who is looking to give back to your community?...
Elections
City of Rochester Releases Official Returns for 2023 Municipal Election
The City Clerk's Office for the City of Rochester has published the official returns...
Municipal
Municipal Offices CLOSED on 11/10 in observance of Veterans Day
Municipal offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Friday, November 10th,...
Elections
City Clerk releases unofficial results of Municipal Election, Mayor Callaghan wins second term
On Tuesday, November 7th, Rochester residents had the opportunity to vote for the positions...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – 11/6/23
Agenda items included: Public Comment, New Applications: 84/84 Church St Lot-Line Revision, 797 Portland...
Elections
VOTE in the Municipal Election from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Results will be broadcast LIVE at 7:00 pm
The Municipal Election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7th, 2023. Polls are open 8:00...
Community
COAST to provide free rides to polls on Election Day, Veterans ride free on 11/11
Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, is offering free rides...
State of NH
Governor Chris Sununu Signs “Don’t Overload the Code” Executive Order
On October 31st, Governor Chris Sununu signed Executive Order 2023-07, An Order Establishing the...
Podcast
LISTEN: Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forum
In this episode, we play the audio from the Mayoral and City Council Candidate...
Podcast
LISTEN: School Board Candidate Forum
In this episode, we play the audio from the School Board Candidate Forum that...
State of NH
Sign Up Now for Snowmobile and OHRV Safety Classes
Winter is on its way, and free in-person snowmobile safety education classes are now being...
GovTV
WATCH: Police Commission – 11/01/23
Agenda items included: Public Input, Thank a Cop Committee Presentation, New Business: 20 Year...
Community
4 Strafford County nonprofits join forces to provide Thanksgiving essentials to over 900 households in need
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County, The Salvation Army of Rochester, SHARE Fund, and...
Library
Teens invited to explore their creativity through Needle Felting at Rochester Public Library on 11/13
The Teen Room, at the Rochester Public Library, is pleased to announce a hands-on...
Municipal
City of Rochester prepares to open Strafford Square Roundabout, provides update to motorists
The Department of Public Works, for the City of Rochester, is working to inform...
Education
Rochester Middle School Gym Dedicated to Honor Two Longtime Educators
Superintendent Kyle Repucci and the Rochester School District are pleased to share that the...
Community
First United Methodist Church to Host Annual Holiday Fair on 11/18
The First United Methodist Church is pleased to announce the return of its annual...
Municipal
City of Rochester to host public listening session to inform the future of Nancy Loud School
The Public Information and Community Engagement Office for the City of Rochester is pleased...
Municipal
‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour scheduled for 11/3 at Community Center
City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...
Elections
Know Before You Vote: Meet the candidates for Mayor and City Council
On Monday, October 30th, the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted a public forum...
Podcast
LISTEN: Marie and Katherine talk about books and movies that involve music
In this episode, Marie and Katherine reunite after a brief hiatus to talk about...
Community
Granite State Choral Society to host annual Craft Fair on 11/4
The Granite State Choral Society will host its annual holiday "Shop 'Til You Drop"...
Community
Rain or shine: Citywide Trick-or-Treat to take place on 10/30
Citywide Trick-or-Treat will take place on Monday, October 30th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm....
Library
Rochester Public Library Children’s Room introduces activity kits for young explorers
The Children's Room, at the Rochester Public Library, is pleased to provide activity kits...
Community
Rotary of Rochester Enhances Center for Hope and Wellness with District Grant
Rochester Rotary recently secured a district grant to install a playground, fencing, and outdoor...
Podcast
LISTEN: Lisa Gautreau talks Granite State Choral Society
In this episode, Matt talks to Lisa Gautreau, president of Granite State Choral Society....
Recreation
Tips for Hikers on Sharing the Outdoors During Hunting Season
Hunting seasons have arrived in the Granite State as has a renewed public interest...
State of NH
Governor Sununu directs flags to half staff for the victims of the domestic terror attack in Lewiston
In accordance with the President's proclamation, Governor Chris Sununu has directed flags on all public...
Community
Strafford County to launch ‘Operation Green Light’ in support of local Veterans
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, STRAFFORD COUNTY announced that county buildings...
State of NH
NH Files Lawsuit Against Meta Platforms, Inc. for Harming the Mental Health of Children through Social Platforms
New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella today announced a lawsuit against Meta Platforms,...
Business
Rochester Main Street welcomes Keslar Insurance Agency to new downtown office
Rochester Main Street is pleased to welcome Keslar Insurance Agency to its new office...