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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. This was not an easy decision, but it’s time for me to step away, take a breather, and enjoy spending time with my new grandson. As many of you know,...

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 to announce a new video series that aims to introduce voters to candidates for the offices of Mayor, City Council, School Board, and Police Commission ahead of the upcoming Municipal...

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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...

Municipal Offices CLOSED for Memorial Day, Trash Delayed

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

WATCH: Veterans Council Member Briefs City Council on Memorial Day Plans

During the City Council Workshop on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Mayor Paul Callaghan welcomed...

City of Rochester to Hold Informational Session Regarding Union St. Parking Lot Upgrade on 6/9

On Monday, June 9, 2025, the Department of Economic Development will host an informational...

Reminder: Conservation Commission Announces 2025 Rain Barrel Program

The Conservation Commission for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce the 2025...

WATCH: City Council Holds All-Day Retreat for FY26 Budget

On Friday, May 9, City Council held an all-day retreat to review the FY26...

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 5/26 for Memorial Day, Trash Delayed

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

Reminder: Bulky Waste Pickup is the Second Full Week Each Month

The City of Rochester would like to remind residents that Bulky Waste Collection occurs...

Rochester City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed FY26 Budgets

The Rochester City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 20, 2025,...

Public Works to Temporarily Turn Off Water near Crimson Lane and Walbridge Court on 5/14

The Department of Public Works will temporarily shut off water in the Crimson Lane...

Apply Now for Low and Moderate Income Property Tax Relief

The Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief program in New Hampshire offers...

Ethics Board Launches Investigations Into Two School Board Members, Apppoints Assistant City Attorney as Investigation Officer

The City of Rochester has initiated formal ethics investigations into two School Board members...

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Temporary Closure of Recreation Main Entrance at James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, Patrons Asked to Use Entrance A

The Rochester Recreation Department is notifying the public of a temporary entrance closure at...

The Franklin Gallery presents “Color Speaks” featuring works by Alisa Marie

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery, 33 N. Main Street in...

Local Artist Jackie Hanson Featured at Rochester Public Library in September

The Rochester Public Library will showcase the work of local artist Jackie Hanson throughout...

Watch: Planning Board – 9/08/25

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