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Fall Yard Waste Collection Begins October 27

The City of Rochester is reminding residents to properly dispose of yard waste this fall. Curbside collection will take place on regular trash days during the weeks of October 27–31 and November 3–7, 2025. Yard waste must be placed in brown paper leaf bags, and...

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...

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Public Notice: City Of Rochester CDBG FY 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report

In accordance with federal regulations governing the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)...

City of Rochester Assessing Department to Begin Cyclical Property Inspections

The Assessing Department for the City of Rochester will begin its cyclical inspection process...

Mayor Paul Callaghan Announces Decision Not to Seek Re-Election

To the Citizens of Rochester, I will not be filing for re-election as your Mayor....

City of Rochester Launches “Meet the Candidates” Video Series Ahead of Municipal Election

The Public Information and Community Engagement Office for the City of Rochester is pleased...

City Council Appoints New School Board Members for Wards 4 and 5, Effective Immediately

On August 19, 2025, City Council held candidate interviews for the vacant Ward 4/Seat...

Redevelopment of Former St. Elizabeth Seton School to Bring 60 Housing Units and Riverwalk Connection

The Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that the City of Rochester has...

Public Works Announces Overnight Water Shutdown for Industrial Way Project

The Department of Public Works will be temporarily turning off the water in the...

Rochester Well-Positioned for Long-Term Economic Success, Expert Tells City Council

On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, during the City Council Workshop meeting, Mayor Paul Callaghan...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on Labor Day, Trash/Recycling Delayed

On Monday, September 1, 2025, Municipal Offices will be closed in observance of Labor...

Last Chance to Help Shape the Future of GovTV, Take the 2025 Community Engagement Survey Before 9/1

The City of Rochester invites residents to participate in the 2025 GovTV Community Engagement...

WATCH: City Council Holds Candidate Interviews for School Board Vacancies

On August 19, 2025, City Council held candidate interviews for the vacant Ward 4/Seat...

Public Works: Union Street Parking Lot Construction Resumes August 25

The City of Rochester is providing an update on the Union Street Parking Lot...

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Fall Yard Waste Collection Begins October 27

The City of Rochester is reminding residents to properly dispose of yard waste this...

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...