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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. at the Rochester Ice Arena, 63 Lowell Street. The cost is $25 per animal (cash only). The clinic is open to both dogs and cats, and no appointment is required. The event is open to…

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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 Radio, a free on-demand audio platform available on The Rochester Post website and mobile app. The radio features a variety of short-form messaging, from important public service announcements and alerts to community happenings and ways…

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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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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!” on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at The Oaks Grandview in Somersworth, NH. Co-underwritten by Breezeline and Meredith Village Savings Bank, this elegant evening celebrates business success and features cocktails, a…

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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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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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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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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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New Hampshire Recognizes Work Zone Awareness Week, April 20–24, 2026

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) is joining transportation agencies nationwide in recognizing National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), April…

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Alt ’90s Rock Band EVERCLEAR Coming to the Rochester Opera House on 7/26, Tickets Available Now

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

EVERCLEAR, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the ’90s, has celebrated its 30th anniversary in recent…

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Governor Ayotte Emphasizes Importance of Education and Awareness on Distracted Driving

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

On April 16, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte joined students and faculty at Raymond High School for an education event on…

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International Female Ride Day Event to Benefit Dismas Home’s Expansion to Rochester

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Riders from across New England will take to the road on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for a scenic, multi-stop motorcycle…

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Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Announces “Heart Of The Wild” Exhibition Featuring Works by Mike Durkee

Monday, April 20, 2026

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Heart Of The Wild,” an art exhibition featuring works by…

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