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Rochester Police Department Releases March 2026 Monthly Activity Report

Friday, May 1, 2026

The Rochester Police Department has released its monthly activity report for March 2026. Officers responded to a wide range of calls for service, including traffic enforcement, investigations, and community safety checks. This report provides a snapshot of police activity. Residents are encouraged to review the summary below to stay informed about local public safety trends.

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Friendly Reminder: Flushing Wipes Costs Us All, City of Rochester Calls for Responsible Disposal

Thursday, April 30, 2026

The City of Rochester reminds residents to STOP flushing wipes, as non-woven wipes continue to clog the sewer system and create costly problems. These wipes, often labeled as “flushable,” contribute to sewer backups, environmental violations, and increased maintenance costs despite leaving household plumbing without issue. Non-woven wipes, including baby wipes, cleaning wipes, and disinfecting wipes,…

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New Hampshire Will Ensure Timely Restitution Payments for Crime Victims

Thursday, April 30, 2026

The State of New Hampshire will invest in a new system to ensure timely restitution payments for crime victims following…

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Public Works: Hydrant Flushing Scheduled May 3 Through June 11

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The City of Rochester will begin flushing fire hydrants on May 3 and will continue through June 11, 2026. The…

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Reminder: City of Rochester to Host Rabies Clinic on 5/2 at Rochester Ice Arena

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The City of Rochester will host a Rabies Clinic on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m….

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City of Rochester Launches “The Rochester Post Radio” Free On-Demand Audio Platform

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

The Office for Public Information and Community Engagement for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce The Rochester Post…

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Community Highlights

Little Falls Bridge Road Closure Extended to May 6, 2026

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The Department of Public Works has advised that the ongoing repairs on Little Falls Bridge Road will be extended several days in order to complete the project. The anticipated re-opening date for Little Falls Bridge Road is now Wednesday, May 6, 2026. The work on the Little Falls Bridge Road Bridge consists of bridge deck…

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COAST Proposes Fare Increases; Public Hearings Scheduled Across Seacoast Region

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

To partially offset rising operational expenses, the Seacoast’s nonprofit public transit system, the Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation (COAST), is proposing fare increases for implementation later this calendar year. As part of the proposal under consideration, COAST’s base cash fare would increase from $1.50 to $2.00 on all bus routes. This change would also impact…

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Presents A Night to Shine: 2026 Annual Awards Celebration “Bring Your Bling”

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will present its “A Night To Shine: 2026 Annual Awards Celebration, Bring Your Bling!”…

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Local Author J. L. Long to Host Book Launch and Reading on 5/6 at Rochester Public Library

Monday, April 27, 2026

J. L. Long, established Rochester author and the host of the monthly Rochester Writers Night literary salon, has just released…

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Intergenerational Collaboration Brings New Mural to Rochester Senior Activity Center

Saturday, April 25, 2026

On Thursday, April 16, 2026, several students from Spaulding High School worked with members of the Rochester Senior Activity Center…

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Community Partners Seeks Public Input on Local Behavioral Health Needs

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Community Partners, the local community mental health center, is preparing to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). CCBHCs…

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NH Fish and Game: Motorists Encouraged to Help Protect Amphibians During Spring Migration

Monday, April 27, 2026

It’s that time of year again when amphibians “wake” or “thaw” from their winter slumbers and start to migrate from…

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Overnight I-95 and Spaulding Turnpike Work to Impact Rochester Traffic Starting 4/26

Saturday, April 25, 2026

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) will perform nighttime construction work on Interstate 95 and the Spaulding Turnpike in…

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NH Fish and Game: Tips for Turkey Hunters on Building Good Landowner Relations

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Spring turkey season (May 1–31) is only a few weeks away, and hunters on a quest for gobblers can do…

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Mayor Chuck Grassie Proclaims April 24 as ‘Arbor Day’ in Rochester, Celebrating Community and Environmental Benefits

Friday, April 24, 2026

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, during the regular City Council meeting, Mayor Chuck Grassie read a special proclamation celebrating Arbor…

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Mayor Chuck Grassie Establishing Youth Mental Health Task Force

Friday, April 24, 2026

Mayor Chuck Grassie is announcing that he will form a task force to address youth mental health challenges in the…

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City Manager Presents Proposed FY 2027 Budget, $175,168 Below Tax Cap

Friday, April 24, 2026

On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Rochester City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the proposed operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year…

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Rochester Opera House Announces Summer Season Featuring “Yacht Rock” World Premiere and Disney’s High School Musical

Friday, April 24, 2026

Yacht Rock will make its world premiere at ROH this summer, running from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, August 23….

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Attorney General Formella, Coalition Push for New Rule to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Pricing

Friday, April 24, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella, along with a bipartisan coalition of 44 of his fellow attorneys general, submitted a letter…

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State of NH Attorney General Formella Warns of Investment Scams on Meta Platforms

Friday, April 24, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella is warning Granite Staters about a rise in fraudulent investment schemes on Meta platforms, including…

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Rochester Officials Warn of Fraudulent Communications Targeting Residents and Property Owners

Thursday, April 23, 2026

City Manager Katie Ambrose is alerting residents and property owners to reports of fraudulent communications falsely claiming to be from…

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NH Attorney General John M. Formella: Live Nation and Ticketmaster Antitrust Verdict

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella releases the following statement on today’s jury verdict in New Hampshire’s multistate antitrust case against Live Nation…

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Governor Ayotte Launches Firefighter Cancer Screening Initiative

Thursday, April 23, 2026

On April 6, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte launched the first day of testing for New Hampshire’s Firefighters First Cancer Screening…

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