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Listen: Veterans Count and the Veterans Social Group Work Together to Support Local Veterans
Listen: Exploring Rochester’s Colonial Roots with Historian Patrick O. Connelly
Watch: City Council – 7/21/26
Watch: Public Works & Buildings Committee – 7/16/26
Watch: Public Safety Committee – 7/15/26
ConsumerAffairs Ranks New Hampshire No. 1 State to Move to in 2026
On July 14, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement after New Hampshire was named the Best State to Move To in 2026 by ConsumerAffairs, moving ahead of Utah to claim the top spot. The annual ranking evaluated all 50 states based on affordability, economic opportunity, safety, education, health care, and quality of life. “New…
Free & Reduced School Meal Applications Now Available for 2026–2027 School Year
A message from the Rochester School Department: Dear SAU 54 Families, The Free and Reduced School Meals application for the upcoming school year is now available on the SAU 54 website. Families may complete and submit the application online. We encourage all families to apply as soon as possible. Please visit the SAU 54 website…
Governor Highlights Expanded Access to Mental Health Coverage for First Responders
Recently, Governor Kelly Ayotte joined a bipartisan group of legislators and first responders from across the state for a ceremonial signing…
New Hampshire Receives PFAS Settlement for Public Water Systems from BASF Corporation
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has received a $1.815 million settlement payment it secured from BASF…
Public Works: Water Main Replacement Project to Begin on Schley Street July 28
The Department of Public Works announces a water main replacement project on Schley Street on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The…
Attorney General John M. Formella announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement with 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
Attorney General John M. Formella today joined a coalition of 42 states announcing an $18 million bankruptcy claim settlement with…
Rochester Pride 2026 Set for August 1 in Downtown Rochester
The Rochester Pride Organizing Group (RPOG) invites the community to Rochester Pride 2026, scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026 (rain date: August 2), from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will be held in downtown Rochester at Central Square (2 Wakefield Street) and Hanson Street. This community-focused event will feature inclusive vendors, speakers, live music,…
Recreation Department Extends Registration Deadline for Final Swim Lesson Session
The deadline to register for the last session of swim lessons has been extended to Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 12 pm. Session 3 runs weekdays from July 27th to August 7th. Cost is $60/residents and $80/nonresidents. Register at https://rochesterrec.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Please note that all toddler lessons are full for this session.
Local History Exhibit Returns for 10th Annual Showing at The Franklin Gallery
The Seacoast LGBT History Project is gearing up for its tenth annual exhibit at The Franklin Gallery this August. The…
Rochester Colonial Moments: A New Meeting House Reflects a Growing Community
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Launches Digital Business Referral Directory
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that its annual Business Referral Directory is going digital and…
Rochester Main Street Honors Kris Connor as Volunteer of the Month
A message from Rochester Main Street, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization: Rochester Main Street is proud to recognize Kris…
Governor Ayotte Highlights Top-Five Ranking for New Hampshire Schools
New Hampshire schools are top five in the nation according to new rankings from WalletHub released today. Governor Kelly Ayotte released the…
NH Fish and Game: Register Now for August and September Hunter Education Courses
Sign up now to take your Hunter Education class and be ready for all of this fall’s hunting seasons. Register…
NH DHHS Advises Consumers Not to Eat Recalled Taylor Fresh Foods Iceberg Lettuce Due to Risk of Cyclospora Contamination
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising consumers not to…
Lilac Club Casino Presents $59,790 to City of Rochester Through Charitable Gaming Program
On Monday, March 2, 2026, representatives from the Lilac Club Casino presented a check for $59,790 to the City of…
Waste Management Updates ‘Recycle Right’ Rules: No Batteries in Recycling or Trash
North America’s leading environmental solutions provider and largest recycler, has added a fourth rule to its Recycle Right® list of items…
Rochester Police Investigating Two Separate Incidents at Amazon Campground
At 8:13 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to Amazon Campground off…
Rochester Police Department Releases Monthly Activity Report for June 2026
The Rochester Police Department has released its monthly activity report for June 2026. Officers responded to a wide range of…
Spaulding High School Class of 1957 Reunion Set for 8/6
The Spaulding High School Class of 1957 will hold its 69th class reunion on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at 11:30…
Emergency Water Repair Scheduled on Paradise Drive on 7/20
UPDATE (9:17 AM): The water is back on, and the road will be open shortly. The City of Rochester Water…
Rochester’s National Night Out Returns 8/4 with Community Partners, Family Activities, and Free Movie
Rochester’s National Night Out will be held on August 4 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Spaulding High School…
Attorney General Formella Pushes Federal Government to Further Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls
Attorney General John M. Formella along with a bipartisan coalition of 48 of his fellow attorneys general are calling on…
Rochester Colonial Moments: Final Land Divisions Shape Future Towns
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…