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New Hampshire Strengthens Laws to Protect Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence

Friday, August 21, 2026

On August 17, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte joined advocates, lawmakers, and survivors to highlight new laws signed this year to protect victims of domestic and sexual violence. Governor Ayotte signed several bipartisan laws to protect victims of domestic and sexual violence, combat crimes like human trafficking, and ensure timely restitution payments to victims, including: HB…

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City Council Holds Public Hearing to Discuss Data Centers in Rochester, Considers Amendments to City Ordinances

Thursday, August 20, 2026

On Tuesday, August 18, 2026, City Council discussed an ordinance restricting data centers, following a public hearing. Currently, data centers are not defined in the City’s General City Ordinances, under Section 275-2.2. The proposed amendment would define data centers in the following way: A building, structure, facility, or campus, or any portion thereof, used primarily…

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City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Monthly Public Engagement Hour on 8/28

Wednesday, August 19, 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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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on Chesley Hill Road

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

On Sunday, August 16, 2026, at approximately 2:36 p.m., a Good Samaritan stopped at the Gonic Fire Station to report…

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Spaulding High School to Host Fall College & Career Fair on 10/16, Seeks Vendors

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Spaulding High School will be hosting a College & Career Fair on Friday, October 16, from 8:00–11:00 a.m. in the…

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NH Fish and Game: New Hampshire Hunting Seasons Open September 1

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

New Hampshire’s fall hunting seasons kick off on Monday, September 1, with the opening of black bear and gray squirrel…

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Community Highlights

Rochester Historical Society: Bringing Rochester’s Early History to Life

Monday, August 24, 2026

A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: This past Wednesday, August 19th, I had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Patrick Connelly and his wife to our museum. We talked at length about his recent book releases of Rochester’s history during the Colonial period from the early 1600’s to 1799, approximately. The night before,…

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The Salvation Army Holding Final Summer Season Yard Sale & Craft Fundraiser on 8/29

Saturday, August 22, 2026

The Salvation Army will hold a Final Summer Season Yard Sale & Craft Fundraiser at its location at 10 Old Farm Road in Rochester on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event will feature numerous vendors and items, along with a lunchtime hot dog meal offered at an affordable price….

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Rochester Public Library Offers Teens a Full Schedule of September Activities

Friday, August 21, 2026

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of…

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Rochester Opera House Announces August and September Shows

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

A message from the Rochester Opera House: The height of summer is here at the Rochester Opera House, and we’ve…

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Announces Restults of 2026 Annual Chamber Raffle Bash

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the results of the 2026 Chamber Raffle Bash! Underwritten by…

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“Seasons” by Carla M. Zwahlen on Display at Rochester Public Library

Monday, August 17, 2026

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present “Seasons”, an exhibit featuring original works by Carla M. Zwahlen until the…

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Rochester School Department: Free & Reduced Meal Benefits Application Now Available

Monday, August 17, 2026

A message from the Rochester School District: Families can now complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application online for a…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: The Rochester Resolves of 1774

Monday, August 17, 2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…

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Rochester Recreation Announces End-of-Summer Pool Schedule

Saturday, August 15, 2026

A message from Rochester Recreation & Arena: Where has the summer gone?! With our thoughts turning to fall and our…

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Rochester Public Library Announces Monthly Reiki Healing Circle

Saturday, August 15, 2026

The Rochester Public Library invites adults 18 and older to participate in its monthly Reiki Healing Circle, held in the…

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Rochester School Department to Host Start Strong Back-to-School Event on 8/26

Friday, August 14, 2026

A message from Rochester Recreation & Arena: Rochester families are invited to the free Start Strong Back to School Event…

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Eversource Reminds Customers to Know What’s Below Before Digging

Friday, August 14, 2026

Call 811 before shovels or digging equipment hit the ground In recognition of National Safe Digging Day on August 11,…

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NH Secretary of State: Absentee Ballots for the 2026 State Primary Are Now Available for New Hampshire Voters

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Qualified voters who plan to vote by absentee ballot should request their ballot from their local clerk as soon as…

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NH DHHS Announces Updates to Recall List for Hannaford Produce and Deli Items

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) is updating the list of…

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Rochester Colonial History Presentation Set for August 18 at Elks Lodge, Open to the Public

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Historian, researcher, and author Patrick O. Connelly will present “Introduction to the Territory and Township of Rochester” on Tuesday, August…

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Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 8/12/26

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Click here to watch ZBA 8/12/26 Agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline Channel 26…

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Public Works: Residential Trash and Recycling Collection Delayed

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

The Department of Public Works has been notified by Waste Management that some residential recycling and trash collections are currently…

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Watch: Finance Committee – 8/11/26

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Click here to watch Finance Committee 8/11/26 Agenda Finance Committee packet Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22…

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