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City of Rochester Announces Citywide Trick-or-Treat and Downtown Halloween Events

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that citywide Trick-or-Treat will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Families are encouraged to have fun and stay safe while celebrating this annual tradition. The City reminds parents and guardians to...

City of Rochester Provides Update on Union Street Parking Lot Reconstruction

The City of Rochester is providing an update on the ongoing reconstruction of the Union Street Parking Lot. The $1.75 million project aims to improve both functionality and environmental sustainability. The lot’s capacity will increase slightly and will feature handicapped-accessible spaces, electric vehicle charging stations,...

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Downtown Candy Store plans Grand Re-Opening 1/21

Sweet Peach's Candy & Confections is under new management and hosting a Grand Re-Opening...

Spaulding Student Group, Rochester Social Club display inspirational posters

In an effort to boost community spirit, two volunteer groups executed similar plans to...

Library hosts drive-thru Santa meet and greet

The Rochester Public Library recently hosted a drive-thru Santa event for children of all ages.  “During...

Tree Raffle to Support Downtown Businesses

Rochester Main Street is holding another holiday raffle to support downtown businesses. To enter,...

Downtown Elf has been making people smile since 1990

Rochester resident Linda Hanscom has become a bonafide downtown celebrity and a beloved sighting...

Metal Heads opens in Downtown Rochester

Metal Heads is now open for business at 30 North Main Street, in downtown...

Video: Chamber of Commerce hosts Holiday Tree Lighting

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Welcome sign added to Downtown

The Economic Development Department for the City of Rochester recently partnered with a downtown...

Main Street Holiday Raffle: Win $250 Gift Card!

Rochester Main Street is holding a holiday raffle to support downtown businesses. To enter,...

Franklin Gallery presents Italia, works by Tom Glover

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...

RPL presents Holiday Activities for Children and Families

The Children’s Room at the Rochester Public Library would like to announce a variety...

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NH Announces Contingency Plan for Delayed SNAP Benefits, State to Partner with Food Bank to Expand Mobile Pantries

The State of New Hampshire announces that it has developed a contingency plan to...

Watch: GACIT Public Hearing – 10/23/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

WATCH: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Hosts Candidate Forum for Mayor and City Council

On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted a televised...

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

The Rochester Public Library is reminding residents about its innovative “Library of Things” collection,...