City of Rochester Launches Major Update to ‘The Rochester Post’ Mobile App for iOS Devices
The City of Rochester is pleased to announce a major update to The Rochester Post mobile app, now available in the Apple App Store. The app continues to feature top stories, public media, regional news from the State of New Hampshire, and a chronological feed of recent posts. It serves as a centralized, no-cost hub…
NH Fish and Game: Annual Discover Wild New Hampshire Day Set for April 18
Spring is here, which means it’s time for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s popular outdoor festival, Discover Wild New Hampshire Day, is set for Saturday, April 18. This annual community event takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Fish and Game Department at 11 Hazen Drive in…
NH DHHS Advises Consumers Not to Eat Frozen, Dinosaur-shaped, Ready-to-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due to Elevated Levels of Lead
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for frozen, dinosaur-shaped,…
NH Fish and Game: Register Now for Hunter Education Courses
Sign up now to take your Hunter Education class and be ready for all of this fall’s hunting seasons. Register…
UPDATED: Sewer Rehabilitation Work Continues April 12–16 with Overnight Operations
UPDATED: Sewer rehabilitation work will continue from April 12 through April 16, 2026. Crews are scheduled to work on North…
Rochester Police Department Releases February 2026 Monthly Activity Report
The Rochester Police Department has released its monthly activity report for February 2026. Officers responded to a wide range of…
Mental Health Awareness Month Kicks Off with Community-Wide Initiatives
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to show their support by participating in initiatives such as “Light it up Green,” by displaying green lights, and “Wear Green,” by wearing green clothing throughout the month. National Wear it Green Day will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026,…
Rochester Opera House Kicks Off Exciting Spring 2026 Season
Everyone is emerging from winter hibernation, and the Opera House has plenty of shows to keep you and your family entertained! First up, we have A Man Named Cash, the premier tribute to the music and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, coming Friday, April 10 at 8:00 PM. A Man Named Cash…
Register Now: April School Vacation Camp Offered by Rochester Recreation Department
There’s still time to register for the Rec’s April Vacation Camp! Resident registration is now open, and nonresident registration will…
Save The Date: Annual Free Comic Book Day Returns Saturday, May 2, 2026
Free Comic Book Day will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, across both the region and the country, offering…
Maple Street Magnet School to Hold Annual Art Gala Featuring Student Artwork on 4/18
The Maple Street Magnet School will host its final student Art Gala on Saturday, April 18, from 1:00 pm to…
Rochester Main Street Announces “Rochester Cares Cleanup Day” on April 18, 2026
Rochester Main Street invites residents and volunteers to participate in Rochester Cares Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This…
Governor Ayotte Issues Executive Order to Foster Next-Generation Nuclear in New Hampshire
On March 26, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte issued an Executive Order directing the New Hampshire Department of Energy to explore and…
Rochester Area Authors Fair Returns April 11 at Hanson Pines Park
Rochester Writers Night, the monthly literary event for the Lilac City and its writers, is holding its third annual Rochester…
Listen: Exploring Iconic Movie Scores
In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about the power of movie scores and the composers who bring unforgettable stories…
Rochester Conservation Commission to Host Land Conservation Information Session April 18
Interested in conserving your property? The Rochester Conservation Commission, in collaboration with the NH Timberland Owners Association (NHTOA), invites you…
Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/25
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department, in partnership with the U.S….
75% of Impaired Drivers Refused Test in 2026, Governor Ayotte says “We must close the loophole”
New data from the New Hampshire Department of Safety show a 75% test refusal rate among motorists stopped for impaired…
Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 4/02/26
Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live on…
Sewer Rehabilitation Work Continues April 6–10 on Summer, Union, and Wakefield Streets
UPDATE: Sewer rehabilitation work will continue from April 6 through April 10, 2026. Crews are scheduled to work on Summer…
Willand Warming Center to Host Spring Support Fair Offering Resources and Assistance on April 13
The Willand Warming Center will host a Spring Support Fair on Monday, April 13, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM, offering…
Franklin Gallery Presents “An American Story: The Phasianidae Family & Friends” Featuring Works by Susan York
The Franklin Gallery will host an exhibit titled An American Story: The Phasianidae Family & Friends during the month of…
Applications Open for Hope Starts Here Scholarship Supporting Students with Lived Experience of Homelessness
The Hope Starts Here Scholarship, offered by the NH Coalition to End Homelessness, provides financial support of up to $2,500…
Watch: Police Commission – 4/01/26
Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live on…