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New Date Announced: Winter Festival Returns to Rochester Common February 21

Winter Festival will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at Rochester Common (139 S. Main Street). The free, family-friendly event includes music, hot cocoa, s’mores, a touch-a-truck, and ice skating. Attendees are encouraged to bring food donations for the Raider Station...
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Rochester Rec & Arena Announces 2026 Spring Programs and Registration Dates

An update from Rochester Recreation & Arena: We might be right in the middle of winter, but, at the Rec Dept, we're already dreaming of spring! This spring, we're planning lots of opportunities for fun and fitness for people of all ages! You can view...

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Winter Festival Postponed Due to Extreme Cold, New Date To Be Announced

UPDATE: The Winter Festival, previously scheduled for Saturday, January 24, has been postponed due...
Community

Winter Festival Returns to Rochester Common 1/24: Skating, Music, and Family Activities

Winter Festival will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at...
Municipal

City of Rochester Celebrates Grand Opening of Nancy Loud Park

The City of Rochester proudly announces the grand opening of Nancy Loud Park, a...
Public Safety

Rochester Police and Recreation Departments Announce Safety Measures at Hanson Pines

The Rochester Police Department, in coordination with the Rochester Recreation Department, will be installing...
Recreation

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...
Community

City of Rochester Updates Park Rules at Hanson Pines Basketball Court for Public Safety

The Rochester Recreation Department, in coordination with the Rochester Police Department, announces updated park...
Recreation

Rochester Residents Invited to Cool Off, Public Pools Open for 2025 Season

Rochester Recreation & Arena officially opened the city’s public pools on Saturday, June 22,...
Arts & Culture

Rochester Recreation Department Announces 2025 Concert on the Common Music Series

Rochester Recreation & Arena is excited to announce the return of Concert on the...
Recreation

Splash Into Summer: Rochester Public Pools Now Open for 2025 Season

Rochester Recreation & Arena officially opened the city’s public pools on Saturday, June 22,...
Recreation

Rochester Recreation Department Offering Summer Indoor Lacrosse Program

This summer, the Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to offer a six-week indoor lacrosse...
Recreation

Rochester Recreation & Arena Announces Nancy Loud Park Revitalization Project

The Rochester Department of Recreation & Arena is excited to share an update on...
Community

Charity Hockey Game: Bruins Alumni Association vs. The SHARE Fund Marvels

The SHARE Fund is partnering with the Rochester Recreation Department to host a charity...
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City of Rochester Announces Openings on Boards, Commissions, and Election Positions

The City of Rochester is announcing several vacancies on various boards and commissions. Qualified...
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City of Rochester Files Complaint Against Former Superintendent of Schools Regarding Alleged Breach of Settlement Agreement

The City of Rochester has filed a complaint in Strafford County Superior Court against...
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Get Involved in Municipal Government: Sign up for Civics 101

Civics 101 is a one-time course designed to empower Rochester residents and business owners with the...
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Public Library: Manifest Your Goals at a Vision Board Workshop on 2/14

A Vision Board Workshop will be held on Saturday, February 14, from 1:30 pm...

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