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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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Public Works Temporarily Closes Old Dover Road for Emergency Water Repair

On Monday, March 10, Old Dover Road will be temporarily closed from Tebbetts Road...

Equipment Upgrade May Cause Brief Service Interruption on 3/11

The City of Rochester will be replacing an end-of-life piece of equipment that supports...

Rochester Honors Fire Chief Dennis Dube for 27 Years of Service Ahead of Retirement on 3/15

On Tuesday, March 4, during the City Council meeting, Deputy Mayor Don Hamann and...

Rochester Conservation Commission to Host Land Conservation Info Session on 3/12

The Rochester Conservation Commission is hosting an outreach event on Wednesday, March 12 at...

Get Involved in Municipal Government: Civics 101 Classes Announced for 2025

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...

Public Works reduces Rochester Neck Road to one lane for sewer main repair on 2/26

On Wednesday, February 26, Rochester Neck Road will be reduced to one lane near...

Public Works temporarily turns off water on Morton Ave. for Emergency Water Main Repair

On Monday, February 24, Public Works will temporarily turn off water on Morton Ave....

City Manager Katie Ambrose Recognized as One of Union Leader’s 2025 ‘40 Under Forty’

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that City Manager Katie Ambrose has...

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Friday, February 21, 2025, from 1:00 am to 7:00 am

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Friday, February 21, 2025, from...

Mayor Callaghan to host ‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour on 2/21 at Public Library

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement,...

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 11:00 pm until Thursday, February 20, 2025, 7:00 am

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 11:00...

Community Development Division Seeks Public Input for 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan

The Community Development Division for the City of Rochester has opened a survey for...

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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...