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New Hampshire 911 Earns 7th Re-Accreditation for Dispatch Excellence

Thursday, April 16, 2026

The New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Emergency Services and Communications (DESC), commonly known as New Hampshire 911, has been recognized by The International Academies of Emergency Dispatch® (IAEDTM) as an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) for emergency medical dispatching for the seventh time in the Division’s history. New Hampshire became the 30th Accredited…

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Notice of Public Hearing: April 21, 2026 – Community Revitalization Actions for 135 North Main Street and 16 Bridge Street

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Notice is hereby given that the Rochester City Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH, relative to the following matters: RESOLUTION TERMINATING COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION TAX RELIEF COVENANT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 135 NORTH MAIN STREET…

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Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Public Engagement Hour on 4/24

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a…

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Unitil to Conduct Gas Line and Meter Inspections in Rochester Through October

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

An Important Message from Unitil: Unitil will be conducting annual gas service line and meter inspections in the City of…

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Reminder: City of Rochester Seeks CDBG Applications for FY2027; Deadline April 24

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The City’s Community Development Division has opened applications for the 2027 Fiscal Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, starting…

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City Clerk: Register Your Dog(s) by April 30; Rabies Clinic to Be Held May 2

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The Rochester City Clerk’s Office would like to remind dog owners that current dog licenses expire on April 30, 2026….

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library

Rochester Public Library: Main Desk Updates for the Month of April

Thursday, April 16, 2026

No foolin’, April is the best time to visit us at the Main Desk! Here’s what we have sprouting in the stacks: NEW DVDS Did you watch or at least hear about the recent Academy Awards? We currently have Oscar winners One Battle After Another; Sinners; Weapons; and Hamnet available on DVD. You can also…

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2004 U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist Rhi Jeffrey Visits Senior Bingo Program

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Rochester Senior Activity Center recently welcomed a special guest to its weekly bingo program: a member of the 2004 U.S. Olympic swimming team. According to a social media post, participants enjoyed a memorable afternoon of Bingo as Olympic gold medalist and Rochester Recreation and Arena Advisory Commission member Rhi Jeffrey joined as a celebrity…

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Bernier Insurance Agency to Host Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce April Business After Hours

Monday, April 13, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Bernier Insurance Agency will host a Business After Hours…

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Capture What Makes Your Community Shine: MVSB Launches Annual Photo Contest

Sunday, April 12, 2026

MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is excited to announce the launch of its annual Community Photo Contest, open to the…

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Lilac City Gardeners to Host Spring Gardening Workshop on 4/14

Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Lilac City Gardeners will host a free public workshop, “Getting the Garden Ready for Spring,” on Tuesday, April 14,…

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End-of-Life Planning Program Offered at Rochester Public Library on 4/15

Saturday, April 11, 2026

The Rochester Public Library will host a program on end-of-life planning on Wednesday, April 15, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM…

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Recent Posts

Governor Unveils Commemorative License Plate for America’s 250th Birthday

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Recently, Governor Kelly Ayotte unveiled the design for a commemorative license plate ahead of the 250th birthday of the United…

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Attorney General’s Office Offering Free Scam Prevention Training in Honor of Financial Literacy Month

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Unit will…

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Mayor Chuck Grassie Honors Lynda Morgan’s 36-Year Legacy in Early Childhood Education with Special Proclamation

Friday, April 10, 2026

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

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Gonic

Rochester NH History Podcast: Remembering Gonic, A Visual Journey Through the Past

Friday, April 10, 2026

In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, we take a closer look at Gonic—a community within Rochester that…

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Lila Productions Brings Free Dance Programs to Rochester Recreation Department

Friday, April 10, 2026

Rochester Recreation & Arena, in partnership with Lila Productions, is excited to announce a brand-new opportunity for the community to…

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New Hampshire Has One of the Lowest Tax Burdens in the Nation

Friday, April 10, 2026

New Hampshire once again has one of the lowest tax burdens in the nation, according to new rankings from WalletHub. Today,…

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Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Robbins Auto Repair & Sales LLC with Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Thursday, April 9, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony in celebration of the grand opening of…

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Mental Health Awareness Month Kicks Off with Community-Wide Initiatives

Thursday, April 9, 2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to show their support by participating…

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Rochester Opera House Kicks Off Exciting Spring 2026 Season

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Everyone is emerging from winter hibernation, and the Opera House has plenty of shows to keep you and your family…

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Register Now: April School Vacation Camp Offered by Rochester Recreation Department

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

There’s still time to register for the Rec’s April Vacation Camp! Resident registration is now open, and nonresident registration will…

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City of Rochester Launches Major Update to ‘The Rochester Post’ Mobile App for iOS Devices

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce a major update to The Rochester Post mobile app, now available in…

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NH Fish and Game: Annual Discover Wild New Hampshire Day Set for April 18

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Spring is here, which means it’s time for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s popular outdoor festival, Discover Wild…

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