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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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Conservation Commission Announces 2025 Rain Barrel Program

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

Public Works to close portion of Old Dover Rd. for Site Restoration on 4/15

On Tuesday, April 15, Public Works will temporarily close a portion of Old Dover...

City of Rochester Recognizes Marc St. Pierre’s 42 Years of Dedication to Public Works

The Public Works Department congratulates Marc St. Pierre on his recent retirement after 42...

Public Works: Fire Hydrant Flushing Scheduled May 4 – June 13

The City of Rochester will begin flushing fire hydrants on May 4, 2025, and...

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...

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...

City of Rochester Partners with Eversource for Free Tree Giveaway to celebrate Arbor Day

To celebrate Arbor Day, the City of Rochester is pleased to announce that Eversource,...

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Scheduled for 5/31

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

Trust Fund Reallocation Provides $10,000 to Support Spaulding High School Students in Need

The Trustees of the Trust Fund for the City of Rochester have reallocated $10,000...

Public Works to temporarily close Old Dover Road for water service line replacement on 3/20

Public Works will temporarily close Old Dover Road, from Tebbetts Road to Peaslee Road, ...

City Council Expands Tax Exemptions for Eligible Elderly and Disabled Residents

On Tuesday, March 4, the Rochester City Council unanimously approved expanding tax exemptions for...

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Scheduled for 5/31

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

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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...