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Secretary of State David Scanlan Releases Special Video Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

Saturday, July 4, 2026

On June 24, 2026, New Hampshire Secretary of State David Scanlan released a video celebrating America’s 250th birthday, titled New Hampshire Sestercentennial: A Special Reading of the Declaration of Independence. The video features former and current state officials, as well as other notable Granite Staters, reading the Declaration of Independence. “We have unprecedented access to…

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New Hampshire Celebrates America 250 with Displays of Founding Documents

Saturday, July 4, 2026

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Governor Kelly Ayotte and state leaders are inviting Granite Staters to the State House for special displays of significant documents connected to the nation’s founding. Visitors to the New Hampshire State House Visitor Center will have the opportunity to view New Hampshire’s 1776 Dunlap Broadside…

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MVSB Supports Monarch School of New England Horticultural Therapy Program

Thursday, July 2, 2026

MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is pleased to support the Monarch School of New England (MSNE) with a $5,000 sponsorship…

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City of Rochester Seeking Alternate Members for Planning Board

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The City of Rochester is seeking residents interested in serving as alternate members of the Planning Board. The board currently…

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Rochester Fire Department Mourns the Loss of Retired Firefighter Doug Welch

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

The Rochester Fire Department mourns the passing of retired Firefighter Doug Welch. Doug proudly served the City of Rochester from…

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Educational Program Seeks to Build Community Mentors in Rochester’s Colonial Past

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

To mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie is supporting a special…

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Community Highlights

Rochester Historical Society Acquires Rare Early 19th-Century Clock Crafted by James Cole

Monday, July 6, 2026

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,…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: Rochester Signs New Hampshire’s Declaration of Independence

Monday, July 6, 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, July 6, 2026 “Importantly, as we…

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Spaulding High School Class of 1986 Announces 40th Reunion Planning, Seeks Classmates

Friday, July 3, 2026

The Spaulding High School Class of 1986 Reunion Committee has officially begun planning for its upcoming 40th class reunion. The…

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Ten Years Downtown: Progressive Esthetics Celebrates a Milestone Decade with “A Decade of Glow” Open House

Friday, July 3, 2026

When Val Dunn opened Progressive Esthetics on North Main Street in 2016, she had a vision: Rochester deserved a skincare…

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Franklin Gallery to Feature Works by Artist Isaac Hadrych in July

Thursday, July 2, 2026

The Franklin Gallery, located at 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will host an exhibit during the month of July…

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COAST Bus Observes Independence Day with Two-Day Holiday Closure

Thursday, July 2, 2026

In recognition of the country’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, July 4, and the observed holiday on Friday, July 3, COAST…

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Local Power Company Ready for Heat Wave as Electricity Demand Climbs

Thursday, July 2, 2026

With extreme heat, excessive humidity, and the potential for isolated thunderstorms in the forecast across New England this week, Eversource…

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New Hampshire Residents Urged to Prepare for Higher Summer Electric Bills

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

As New Hampshire begins to experience summer’s heat, Eversource is reminding customers that their energy usage—and therefore their bills—will rise…

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Lilac Family Fun Festival and Annual Fireworks Returns 7/11

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

The City of Rochester invites the community to the Lilac Family Fun Festival, a celebration taking place at Spaulding High…

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COAST Announces $1 Million Challenge Grant to Accelerate Capital Campaign

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Community Support Needed to Unlock Transformational Gift The Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation (COAST) is proud to announce a generous…

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Dismas Home Celebrates Opening of New Rochester Residential Facility

Monday, June 29, 2026

More than 100 supporters, elected officials, donors, community partners, and advocates gathered on June 24, 2026, to celebrate the opening…

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Stay Cool: City Hall and Library Available as Cooling Centers During Heat Waves

Monday, June 29, 2026

The City of Rochester is reminding residents that City Hall and the Rochester Library are designated cooling locations during high…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: Early Mill Leases Powered a Growing Town

Monday, June 29, 2026

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

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Municipal Offices CLOSED on 7/3 for Independence Day

Friday, June 26, 2026

In observance of Independence Day, Municipal Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. Regular hours of operation will…

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Greater Rochester Chamber Announces 52nd Annual Golf Tournament

Friday, June 26, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its 52nd Annual Golf Tournament, proudly underwritten by Waste Management,…

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Rochester Rotary Club Names Steve Dore ‘Rotarian of the Year’

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Rochester Rotary Club #6327 is pleased to announce that Steve Dore has been selected as the club’s 2026 Rotarian of…

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State Approves More Than $5.2 Million to Support Over 300 New Housing Units

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Governor Kelly Ayotte and the Executive Council approved more than $5.2 million in state and federal funding to support affordable…

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Rochester’s National Night Out Returns 8/4 with Community Partners, Family Activities, and Free Movie

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Rochester’s National Night Out will be held on August 4 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Spaulding High School…

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