New Hampshire Receives PFAS Settlement for Public Water Systems from BASF Corporation
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that New Hampshire has received a $1.815 million settlement payment it secured from BASF Corporation as a result of the State’s ongoing litigation against the manufacturers of PFAS and aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF). This new settlement payment represents the State’s Phase 1 Action Fund payment from a $316.5 million…
Public Works: Water Main Replacement Project to Begin on Schley Street July 28
The Department of Public Works announces a water main replacement project on Schley Street on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The project is expected to continue through Friday, August 7, 2026, and will require temporary road closures and traffic impacts in the area. As part of the project: Russell Street will be closed to through traffic…
Attorney General John M. Formella announces $18 Million Multistate Settlement with 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach
Attorney General John M. Formella today joined a coalition of 42 states announcing an $18 million bankruptcy claim settlement with…
Governor Ayotte Highlights Top-Five Ranking for New Hampshire Schools
New Hampshire schools are top five in the nation according to new rankings from WalletHub released today. Governor Kelly Ayotte released the…
NH Fish and Game: Register Now for August and September Hunter Education Courses
Sign up now to take your Hunter Education class and be ready for all of this fall’s hunting seasons. Register…
NH DHHS Advises Consumers Not to Eat Recalled Taylor Fresh Foods Iceberg Lettuce Due to Risk of Cyclospora Contamination
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) is advising consumers not to…
Recreation Department Extends Registration Deadline for Final Swim Lesson Session
The deadline to register for the last session of swim lessons has been extended to Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 12 pm. Session 3 runs weekdays from July 27th to August 7th. Cost is $60/residents and $80/nonresidents. Register at https://rochesterrec.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Please note that all toddler lessons are full for this session.
Local History Exhibit Returns for 10th Annual Showing at The Franklin Gallery
The Seacoast LGBT History Project is gearing up for its tenth annual exhibit at The Franklin Gallery this August. The Seacoast NH LGBT History Project is proud to present stories and artifacts that illustrate the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people while highlighting their contributions to the rich history and thriving present…
Rochester Colonial Moments: A New Meeting House Reflects a Growing Community
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Launches Digital Business Referral Directory
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that its annual Business Referral Directory is going digital and…
Rochester Main Street Honors Kris Connor as Volunteer of the Month
A message from Rochester Main Street, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization: Rochester Main Street is proud to recognize Kris…
Waste Management Updates ‘Recycle Right’ Rules: No Batteries in Recycling or Trash
North America’s leading environmental solutions provider and largest recycler, has added a fourth rule to its Recycle Right® list of items…
Lilac Club Casino Presents $59,790 to City of Rochester Through Charitable Gaming Program
On Monday, March 2, 2026, representatives from the Lilac Club Casino presented a check for $59,790 to the City of…
Rochester Police Investigating Two Separate Incidents at Amazon Campground
At 8:13 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2026, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to Amazon Campground off…
Rochester Police Department Releases Monthly Activity Report for June 2026
The Rochester Police Department has released its monthly activity report for June 2026. Officers responded to a wide range of…
Spaulding High School Class of 1957 Reunion Set for 8/6
The Spaulding High School Class of 1957 will hold its 69th class reunion on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at 11:30…
Emergency Water Repair Scheduled on Paradise Drive on 7/20
UPDATE (9:17 AM): The water is back on, and the road will be open shortly. The City of Rochester Water…
Rochester’s National Night Out Returns 8/4 with Community Partners, Family Activities, and Free Movie
Rochester’s National Night Out will be held on August 4 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Spaulding High School…
Attorney General Formella Pushes Federal Government to Further Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls
Attorney General John M. Formella along with a bipartisan coalition of 48 of his fellow attorneys general are calling on…
Rochester Colonial Moments: Final Land Divisions Shape Future Towns
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Rochester Police Seek Nominations for Red Hayes Community Ambassador Award
On behalf of Chief Gary Boudreau, the Rochester Police Department releases the following: The Rochester Police Department is accepting nominations…
City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Monthly Public Engagement Hour on 7/24
Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a…
$45 Million Multistate Settlement with Block Inc. Over Deceptive Practices on Cash App
Attorney General John M. Formella announces a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company behind the popular peer-to-peer…
Rochester Fire Department Responds to Apartment Building Fire on North Main Street
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at approximately 1:40 p.m., the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to 119 North Main Street…