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Reminder: City Clerk’s Office Now Located In James W. Foley Memorial Community Center

On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the Rochester City Clerk's Office officially moved from its location in City Hall to the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street. The Clerk's Office had been located in City Hall since the building first opened to the...

Union Street Reduced to One Lane on 3/26 for Fire Hydrant Replacement

On Wednesday, March 26, Public Works will temporarily close the right lane of Union Street for a fire hydrant replacement. UPDATED: Work is scheduled to begin at approximately 7:30 AM and is expected to be completed by 3:00 PM, tentatively. Plan ahead and consider alternate routes...

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Catholic Charities NH Proposes 80 Unit Affordable Housing Development on Old Dover Road

During the City Council workshop on Tuesday, November 20, Director of Economic Development Michael...

City Opens New Public Parking Lot at 60 Wakefield Street, former Ben Franklin Property

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that the parking lot at the...

Water Service Disruption Scheduled for Walbridge Court and Crimson Lane area on 11/20

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

Application Deadline for 2026 Fiscal Year General City Funds and CDBG Program Approaching

The application deadline for both CDBG and General City Funding is due on Friday,...

Temporary Water Service Interruption Planned for area of Sandina Dr. and Marcy Dr. on 11/14

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

Municipal Offices CLOSED on Monday, November 11, 2024

In observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, 2024, all Municipal Offices, including the...

Mayor Callaghan: ‘I’m Not Going Anywhere’ Amid Lymphoma Diagnosis

On Tuesday, October 29, during a special City Council meeting, Mayor Paul Callaghan announced...

City of Rochester Announces Changes to City Chat Program Schedule and Locations, No November Meeting

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce updates to the City Chat program,...

City Council to hold Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024

The Rochester City Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024,...

City of Rochester to Open 60 Wakefield Street Parking Lot for Halloween Events

City Manager Katie Ambrose is pleased to announce that starting at 10:00 am on...

City Council Receives Update on 2024 City-wide Revaluation: Property Assessments to Reflect Rising Market Trends

On Tuesday, October 15, Interim Assessor Mary Beth Walker provided an update on the...

Economic Development Director provides an update on Downtown Parking to City Council

On Tuesday, October 15, Director of Economic Development Michael Scala presented an update on...

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Floral Design on a Budget: Learn to Transform Grocery Store Bouquets on 4/21

The Rochester Public Library will host a hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to...

NH Governor Ayotte Calls Attention to Dangers of Distracted Driving

On March 31, Governor Kelly Ayotte held a press conference with members of state...

Watch: Police Commission – 4/02/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

REDC invites Local Business Leaders to Seacoast Manufacturing Exchange on 4/16

The Rochester Economic Development Commission invites local manufacturers to the 2025 Seacoast Manufacturing Exchange...