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Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 4/02/26
Watch: Police Commission – 4/01/26
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 today at https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/hunter-education. Select “Find A Class” to locate traditional in-person courses or pick “Start online course” to take the online Hunter Education course. To complete the class, participants will be required to attend a field…
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 Main Street on April 12, Wakefield Street on April 13, South Main Street on April 14, Columbus Avenue on April 15, and Liberty Street on April 16. This work includes the installation of cured-in-place pipe…
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…
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 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….
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 3:00 pm at the Rochester Performance & Arts Center (RPAC), 32 North Main Street in downtown Rochester. The community is invited to bid on student artwork, enjoy refreshments, and enter raffles featuring prizes such as…
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 annual community-wide effort focuses on enhancing the cleanliness and appearance of downtown and other neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces throughout the city. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own rakes, gloves, and wheelbarrows if possible….
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…
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…
Save the Date: Lilac Family Fun Festival & City Fireworks return Saturday, July 11, 2026
The City of Rochester invites the community to the Lilac Family Fun Festival, an annual celebration taking place at Spaulding…
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…
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…
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…
Granite Leaders Program Seeks Applicants with Lived Experience of Homelessness
The Granite Leaders Program is a five-day training initiative designed for individuals who have lived experience with homelessness and are…
MVSB Supports Rochester Opera House Youth Programming as Theater for Youth Partner
MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is proud to support the Rochester Opera House with a $2,500 contribution in support of…
Public Works: Union Street Parking Lot Construction Resumes 4/6
The City of Rochester is providing an update on the Union Street Parking Lot construction project. According to the Department…
City Manager Announces Appointment of Nicholas Marique as Rochester Fire Chief
City Manager Katie Ambrose is pleased to announce that Assistant Chief Nicholas Marique has been promoted to the position of…
Recycling Reminder: Toters with Yard Waste, Plastic Bags, or Styrofoam Will Not Be Collected
An important message from the Department of Public Works: Recycling toters containing yard waste will not be collected. Drivers have…
Rochester Historical Society Presents ‘Life on the Home Front During World War II’ with Peggy Cameron-Boyle on 4/9
A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: A reminder notification has been sent to the membership of the…
N.H. Attorney General Warns of Surge in Fake Court Text Message Scams
Attorney General John M. Formella is warning residents about a surge in scam text messages falsely claiming to be from…
UPDATED: Temporary Service Disruptions Expected During Sewer Rehabilitation
UPDATE: Sewer rehabilitation work will continue from April 1 through April 3, 2026, with crews scheduled to work on Olde…
Strafford Wind Symphony Presents “All That Jazz” at Rochester Opera House on April 8
The Strafford Wind Symphony presents All That Jazz, a lively evening of music on Wednesday, April 8, at 7:00 PM…