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East Rochester Library Added to New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places

The East Rochester Library has been added to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places. "This is exciting news!" said John McLain, President of the East Rochester Library Association. "The process of obtaining this status has been a long and difficult one, with hours...
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Rochester Commission for Arts & Culture Opens Nominations for Annual Rochester Arts Awards

The Commission for Arts & Culture for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the annual Rochester Arts Awards. These awards honor all forms of art and the individuals and organizations that support and promote artistic activity...

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Mania, Mayhem, and Monsters are Coming to the Rochester Opera House This Fall

The mind of comedy legend Mel Brooks returns to the historic Rochester Opera House...
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PorchFest Returns to Rochester with 50+ Performances to Benefit Youth Arts Scholarships

The Rochester Opera House invites the community to PorchFest, a free outdoor music festival...
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Rochester NH History Podcast: Remembering the Scenic Theater

Before generic multiplexes became the norm, you could always spot a movie theater, even...
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The Franklin Gallery presents “Color Speaks” featuring works by Alisa Marie

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery, 33 N. Main Street in...
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Local Artist Jackie Hanson Featured at Rochester Public Library in September

The Rochester Public Library will showcase the work of local artist Jackie Hanson throughout...
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Rochester Historical Society to Host Special Presentation on Sports Hall of Fame History

The Rochester Historical Society is pleased to announce a special program highlighting the history...
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Granite State Fair Returns September 11–21, Bridge Street Closure May Impact Vehicular Traffic

The Granite State Fair, originally established as the Rochester Fair, returns on Thursday, September...
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Rochester NH History Podcast: The Legacy of Dominicus Hanson

Dominicus Hanson was a wealthy and respected resident of Rochester, remembered as one of...
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LILA Productions Announces 5th Annual Dance Festival in Rochester on 8/23

LILA Productions is proud to announce its 5th Annual LILA Dance Festival, taking place...
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Rochester NH History Podcast: Forgotten Businesses of Yesteryear

Rochester has seen many businesses come and go over the years. Some were lost...
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Celebrating Creative Excellence: 2025 Arts Award Recipients Announced

The Commission for Arts and Culture, for the City of Rochester, is proud to...
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Library Craft Swap: Help Fill the Craft Tables! Donations Now Accepted

This August, the Rochester Public Library is accepting donations of new or gently used...
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City of Rochester Signs Phase II Development Agreement and NorthRIDGE Memorandum of Understanding

The City of Rochester has executed two agreements related to ongoing development within the...
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East Rochester Library Added to New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places

The East Rochester Library has been added to the New Hampshire State Register of...
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Winter Festival Returns to Rochester Common 1/24: Skating, Music, and Family Activities

Winter Festival will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at...
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City of Rochester Inaugurates Elected Officials, Selects Deputy Mayor

On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the City of Rochester celebrated the inauguration of the...

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