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City of Rochester Celebrates Grand Opening of Nancy Loud Park

The City of Rochester proudly announces the grand opening of Nancy Loud Park, a revitalized community green space on the site of the former Nancy Loud School. A ribbon-cutting ceremony, held in partnership with the Rochester Chamber of Commerce, took place on Thursday, October...

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 a mobile camera unit at Hanson Pines Park to address recent incidents and public safety concerns. The unit will provide around-the-clock audio and video recording of the park area and...

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NH Fish and Game: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for 4/19

Mark Your Calendar! The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s beloved outdoor festival, Discover...

Family-friendly Winter Festival scheduled for the Rochester Common on 1/25

Join Rochester Rec & Arena for a fun-filled Winter Festival on Saturday, January 25th,...

Recreation Department offering a variety of activities during School Vacation

School winter break starts next week, and the Rec. and Arena have lots of...

Rochester Arena to host Holiday Public Skate on Saturday, December 21

Rochester Recreation & Arena invites families and skating enthusiasts to experience the festive spirit...

Thank You Veterans: Recognizing Service within Rochester Recreation & Arena and Offering Special Events

Thank you to Veterans Rochester Recreation & Arena is honored to recognize the dedicated service...

Rochester Rec & Arena announces Halloween events for children and families

Rochester Rec & Arena is excited to announce two Halloween events this October geared...

Hike Smart and Responsibly and Get Your Hike Safe Card

As the late summer sunshine inspires you to get outside to hike, bike, kayak,...

Rochester Recreation and Arena announces return of ‘Learn to Skate’ program

Rochester Recreation and Arena is pleased to announce the return of the Learn to...

Summer Music Series Finale: TRUFFLE to perform at Concert on the Common on 8/28

The Rochester Recreation Department will conclude its 'Concert on the Common' Summer Music Series...

Rochester Recreation & Arena Announces Free Concert Series on the Common

The Rochester Recreation Department is thrilled to announce the return of "Concert on the...

Rochester Recreation & Arena Announces New Tennis Program for Kids

Rochester Recreation & Arena is pleased to introduce a new tennis program designed for...

Jerry Vermette Honored as ‘Volunteer of the Year’ by New Hampshire State Commission on Aging

The Recreation Department, for the City of Rochester, is proud to announce that Jerry...

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Beloved Family Tree to Brighten the Holiday Season, Huston Family Donates Rochester’s 2025 Christmas Tree

The Department of Public Works (DPW) has selected the 2025 Christmas tree for the...

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The year is almost over, but there’s still so much to see at the...

Rochester Police: Somersworth Man Charged in Fatal Rochester Hill Road Crash

On Monday, November 10, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Tayshawn Sheppard, 19, of Somersworth, in...

Interim Superintendent Fulgoni Chosen to Lead Rochester School District

SAU #54, the Rochester School District, partnered with the New England School Development Council...