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Rochester Mourns Michael A. Provost, Former Main Street Director and Downtown Champion

The City of Rochester honors Michael A. Provost, an innovative and collaborative leader who played a pivotal role in guiding the Rochester Main Street organization during the city’s downtown revitalization. His vision, energy, and community spirit will be deeply missed. Michael A. Provost, 73, of...
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Downtown Parking Ban in Effect Overnight December 4–5

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 11:00 pm through 7:00 am on Friday, December 5, 2025. During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. For...

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Rochester Main Street to add tables to the Riverwalk

Rochester Main Street is planning to add several bistro tables to the Riverwalk on...
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Rochester Cares: Rochester Main Street to host Downtown Clean Up Day on 4/23

Rochester Main Street will be hosting Rochester Cares on Saturday, April 23, starting at 9am,...
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Several small trees removed on North Main Street, City Manager explains

On March 18, the City of Rochester removed several small trees on North Main...
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Public Library hosts another successful ‘StoryWalk® Plus’ in Downtown

The Children’s Room, at Rochester Public Library, recently partnered with the Rochester Main Street...
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Generations Arcade to open at 39 South Main Street on 2/19

The City of Rochester welcomes Generations Arcade to the city.  Located at 39 South...
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Once a Ranger, always a Ranger… Jetpack Comics to host original Power Ranger 3/9

On Wednesday, March 9 (4pm), Power Rangers alumni Jason David Frank will be at...
Community

Rochester Public Library presents StoryWalk Plus

The Children’s Room, at the Rochester Public Library, presents StoryWalk® Plus, to be held during February...
Business

Former Ainslie’s Drug Store restored for commercial and residential use

The Department of Economic Development for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce...
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Flashing beacon installed at busy crosswalk in Central Square

Earlier this month, Public Works installed a second reflective flashing beacon at a crosswalk...
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COAST to continue Washington Street service in Rochester, despite driver shortage

Due to a staffing shortage, COAST was forced to implement temporary service suspensions for...
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Rochester Main Street adds Welcome Sign to Central Square

Rochester Main Street, a nonprofit organization, recently erected a ‘Welcome to Downtown’ sign near...
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Franklin Gallery to present Thread Painting, works by Melanie Lovering

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street, Rochester, will host...
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Rochester Public Library Teens Read Over 200,000 Minutes in 2025 Fall Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library's Teen Room is pleased to announce the success of its...
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Why Volunteers Matter: A Conversation with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville

In this episode, Matt talks with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville about the mission...
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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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