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City of Rochester Issues Reminder About Snow Emergency Parking Rules

The City of Rochester reminds residents about parking regulations during Snow Emergencies. Snow Emergency parking bans may be declared periodically throughout the winter season. During a Snow Emergency, no on-street parking is allowed for the duration of the ban. Parking will also be restricted in...

Application Deadline Approaching for 2027 Fiscal Year General City Funds and CDBG Program

The application deadline for both the CDBG and General City Funding programs is Friday, November 21st, at 4:00 p.m. Applications received after this time will not be accepted, and the agency will not be eligible to apply again until the fall of 2026. Applications for...

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City Council Expands Tax Exemptions for Eligible Elderly and Disabled Residents

On Tuesday, March 4, the Rochester City Council unanimously approved expanding tax exemptions for...

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Scheduled for 5/31

Household Hazardous Waste Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 8:30 AM...

Public Works Temporarily Closes Old Dover Road for Emergency Water Repair

On Monday, March 10, Old Dover Road will be temporarily closed from Tebbetts Road...

Equipment Upgrade May Cause Brief Service Interruption on 3/11

The City of Rochester will be replacing an end-of-life piece of equipment that supports...

Rochester Honors Fire Chief Dennis Dube for 27 Years of Service Ahead of Retirement on 3/15

On Tuesday, March 4, during the City Council meeting, Deputy Mayor Don Hamann and...

Rochester Conservation Commission to Host Land Conservation Info Session on 3/12

The Rochester Conservation Commission is hosting an outreach event on Wednesday, March 12 at...

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Civics 101 Classes Announced for 2025

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...

Public Works reduces Rochester Neck Road to one lane for sewer main repair on 2/26

On Wednesday, February 26, Rochester Neck Road will be reduced to one lane near...

Public Works temporarily turns off water on Morton Ave. for Emergency Water Main Repair

On Monday, February 24, Public Works will temporarily turn off water on Morton Ave....

City Manager Katie Ambrose Recognized as One of Union Leader’s 2025 ‘40 Under Forty’

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that City Manager Katie Ambrose has...

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Friday, February 21, 2025, from 1:00 am to 7:00 am

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Friday, February 21, 2025, from...

Mayor Callaghan to host ‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour on 2/21 at Public Library

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement,...

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Community Action Partnership and Hannaford Team Up to Feed Local Families This Thanksgiving

This year, Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is partnering with Hannaford for...

City of Rochester Issues Reminder About Snow Emergency Parking Rules

The City of Rochester reminds residents about parking regulations during Snow Emergencies. Snow Emergency parking...

Granite State Choral Society Announces Fall Concert Series: “Through Love to Light”

The Granite State Choral Society is thrilled to announce its inspiring Fall 2025 concert...

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 11/12/25

Click here to watch Click below for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...