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Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101, Additional Dates Announced

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the knowledge and skills needed for active citizenship. Hosted by the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement, this interactive presentation and discussion provides tools for understanding how local government works and...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Nancy Loud Park

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Nancy Loud Park on Cocheco Avenue in East Rochester. Shaped by community feedback provided at two community engagement sessions in 2023 and 2024, the redesigned park will...

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Roadway painting begins 6/10, motorists advised to exercise caution and avoid crossing lines

The Department of Public Works for the City of Rochester is working with a...

Rochester City Council adopts FY25 Budget, tax bills scheduled to be mailed on 6/17

On Tuesday, June 4, the Rochester City Council adopted the FY25 City, County, School...

Councilor Rachel Lawrence announces resignation, City Council seeks qualified replacement

On Tuesday, June 4, Councilor Rachel Lawrence stated her intent to resign from the...

City of Rochester announces temporary closure of former Ben Franklin Lot for lighting, paving

The City of Rochester is announcing the temporary closure of the former Ben Franklin...

Mayor to host City Chat on 6/7 at 10:00 am in James W. Foley Memorial Community Center

City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...

City of Rochester to Begin 2024 Property Revaluation with In-Field Assessments in June

As part of the 2024 Full Statistical Revaluation for the City of Rochester, mandated...

Public Works: Lois Street will be closed at North Main Street on 5/30 from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm

The Utilities Division for the Department of Public Works will replace a section of...

Retail Trash Bag Program: $1.75 bags for overflow garbage to go on sale mid-Summer 2024

On Tuesday, May 7, during the regular City Council meeting, Finance Director Mark Sullivan...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 5/27 for Memorial Day, Trash Delayed

Municipal Offices, including the Public Library and Recreation Department, will be CLOSED on Monday,...

Public Works: Roadway near 6 Nutter Street CLOSED until approx. 3:00 pm on 5/16

The Utilities Division for the Department of Public Works will be replacing a section...

City Council to hold several Public Hearings on 5/21

The City of Rochester will hold several public hearings on Tuesday, May 21 at...

DPW to work on Pump Station at corner of Western Ave and First Street on 5/14-15

The Wastewater Division for the Department of Public Works will be working at the...

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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,...

Rochester School Board Candidate Forums to be Held October 28–29

Rochester Listens will host School Board Candidate Forums on October 28 and 29 at...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Thanks Members During 37th Annual Operation Thank You

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Greater Rochester Chamber...