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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...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon-Cutting for New Nancy Loud Park

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Nancy Loud Park on Cocheco Avenue in East Rochester. Shaped by community feedback provided at two community engagement sessions in 2023 and 2024, the redesigned park will...

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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...

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...

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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...

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

The Rochester Public Library is reminding residents about its innovative “Library of Things” collection,...

Rochester School Board Candidate Forums to be Held October 28–29

Rochester Listens will host School Board Candidate Forums on October 28 and 29 at...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Thanks Members During 37th Annual Operation Thank You

On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Greater Rochester Chamber...