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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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City of Rochester: Union Street Parking Lot Project to Begin 6/23

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

Public Works to Replace Water Main on Stanley Street on 6/9

The Department of Public Works will be replacing a water main on Stanley Street...

Rochester City Council Adopts FY26 Budget $931K Below Tax Cap; First-Issue Tax Bills Expected June 16

On Tuesday, June 3, Rochester City Council adopted the FY26 operating budgets for the...

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Scheduled for 5/31

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

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...

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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...