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Rochester School District Encourages Summer Learning with Free Student Resources
Summer learning matters! Learning doesn’t stop when school ends! Take some time each week to read, write and explore new ideas! We encourage all students to stay curious and active learners throughout the summer. English Language Arts Elementary School Students and their families can utilize the resources found in the Amplify Caregiver Hub Middle School Take…
Rochester Police Share Safety Reminder About Electric Bikes
The Rochester Police Department is reminding residents that electric bicycles (e-bikes) are subject to New Hampshire law and encouraging riders to understand the rules before heading out. Under New Hampshire law, electric bicycles are treated the same as traditional bicycles. As a result, riders are not required to have a driver’s license, register their e-bike,…
NH DHHS Announces Summer EBT, Federal Program Offsets Loss of School Meals During Summer Months
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is pleased to announce that New Hampshire will offer the…
Rochester Man Faces Multiple Charges After Unauthorized Fireworks Incident
At approximately 9:32 p.m. on July 4, 2026, a Rochester man was arrested following an incident involving the unauthorized display…
Secretary of State David Scanlan Releases Special Video Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
On June 24, 2026, New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan released a video celebrating America’s 250th birthday, titled New…
New Hampshire Celebrates America 250 with Displays of Founding Documents
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Governor Kelly Ayotte and state leaders are inviting Granite Staters…
Summer Lineup Brings Comedy, Rock, and Tribute Acts to Rochester Opera House
A message from the Rochester Opera House, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization: Comedians, tribute acts, and pop artists are headed to New Hampshire for the summer of a lifetime! On July 18 at 7:30 p.m., Jimmy Dunn takes the stage at The Rochester Performance & Arts Center! Jimmy Dunn is a New Hampshire comedian…
Rochester Historical Society Acquires Rare Early 19th-Century Clock Crafted by James Cole
A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: The object you are looking at in the photograph is approximately two hundred years old and was crafted by a young man from Rochester, N.H., whose name was James Charles Cole. James Cole was born in Boston in 1791 and subsequently relocated to Rochester, New Hampshire,…
Rochester Colonial Moments: Rochester Signs New Hampshire’s Declaration of Independence
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Spaulding High School Class of 1986 Announces 40th Reunion Planning, Seeks Classmates
The Spaulding High School Class of 1986 Reunion Committee has officially begun planning for its upcoming 40th class reunion. The…
Ten Years Downtown: Progressive Esthetics Celebrates a Milestone Decade with “A Decade of Glow” Open House
When Val Dunn opened Progressive Esthetics on North Main Street in 2016, she had a vision: Rochester deserved a skincare…
Franklin Gallery to Feature Works by Artist Isaac Hadrych in July
The Franklin Gallery, located at 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will host an exhibit during the month of July…
Listen: Weekly Gathering Strengthens Connections Among Rochester Veterans
In this episode, Matt talks with members of the Rochester, NH Veterans for Veterans Social Group, a weekly gathering that…
MVSB Supports Monarch School of New England Horticultural Therapy Program
MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is pleased to support the Monarch School of New England (MSNE) with a $5,000 sponsorship…
COAST Bus Observes Independence Day with Two-Day Holiday Closure
In recognition of the country’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, July 4, and the observed holiday on Friday, July 3, COAST…
Local Power Company Ready for Heat Wave as Electricity Demand Climbs
With extreme heat, excessive humidity, and the potential for isolated thunderstorms in the forecast across New England this week, Eversource…
City of Rochester Seeking Alternate Members for Planning Board
The City of Rochester is seeking residents interested in serving as alternate members of the Planning Board. The board currently…
Rochester Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Retired Firefighter Doug Welch
The Rochester Fire Department mourns the passing of retired Firefighter Doug Welch. Doug proudly served the City of Rochester from…
New Hampshire Residents Urged to Prepare for Higher Summer Electric Bills
As New Hampshire begins to experience summer’s heat, Eversource is reminding customers that their energy usage—and therefore their bills—will rise…
Lilac Family Fun Festival and Annual Fireworks Returns 7/11
The City of Rochester invites the community to the Lilac Family Fun Festival, a celebration taking place at Spaulding High…
Educational Program Seeks to Build Community Mentors in Rochester’s Colonial Past
To mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie is supporting a special…
COAST Announces $1 Million Challenge Grant to Accelerate Capital Campaign
Community Support Needed to Unlock Transformational Gift The Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation (COAST) is proud to announce a generous…
Dismas Home Celebrates Opening of New Rochester Residential Facility
More than 100 supporters, elected officials, donors, community partners, and advocates gathered on June 24, 2026, to celebrate the opening…
Stay Cool: City Hall and Library Available as Cooling Centers During Heat Waves
The City of Rochester is reminding residents that City Hall and the Rochester Library are designated cooling locations during high…