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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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Water Service Interruption Scheduled for Union Street Parking Lot Area on 6/30

The Department of Public Works will be working on essential infrastructure upgrades in the...

Board of Ethics to Review Investigation Findings on Keans and Stokes on 7/1, Public Hearing to Be Scheduled

The Board of Ethics will meet on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m....

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 7/4 for Independence Day, Trash Pick-Up Delayed

In observance of Independence Day, Municipal Offices will be closed on Friday, July 4,...

City of Rochester Seeks Qualified Candidates for Community Outreach Facilitator

The City of Rochester is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of...

REMINDER: Ward 4 City Councilors to Host Community Engagement Event on 6/29

Ward 4 City Councilors David Walker and Chuck Creteau will be hosting a community...

Ethics Complaints Move Forward: City Outlines Next Steps for School Board Investigation

The City of Rochester recently launched ethics investigations into School Board Members Sandra Keans...

Temporary Water Service Interruption Scheduled for Union Street/Factory Court Area

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

REMINDER: Union Street Parking Lot Project to Begin 6/23

On Monday, June 9, 2025, the Department of Economic Development hosted an informational meeting...

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Help Shape the Future of GovTV, Take the 2025 Community Engagement Survey

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

School Board Names Jared Fulgoni as Interim Superintendent, Effective July 1

At the June 12, 2025, School Board meeting, Chair Shane Downs nominated Jared Fulgoni...

City of Rochester Trustees Award $53,000 in Scholarships to Local Students

The City of Rochester’s Trustees of the Trust Funds are pleased to announce the...

Ward 4 City Councilors to Host Community Engagement Event on 6/29

Ward 4 City Councilors David Walker and Chuck Creteau will be hosting a community...

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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...