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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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Fish and Game: Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Exploring This Spring

Spring in New Hampshire is an exciting time to enjoy the outdoors, and the...

Trout Season is coming to New Hampshire’s managed waterbodies starting 4/27

Trout-managed waters offer anglers the chance to experience exciting fishing in some of the...

Postponed: Cocheco River Clean-up to remove trash and debris on 4/13

Friday, April 5, 2024 - This event has been postponed to April 13 The Rochester...

NH Association of Conservation Commissions seeks local photographers for “This is Worth Protecting” contest

Are you passionate about capturing the beauty of nature through photography? If so, consider...

Recreation Department names Steve Scott as new Senior Services Coordinator for Senior Activity Center

The Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to introduce Steve Scott, who will be taking...

Skate with a Cop, Fire/Police vs. Spaulding Alumni Hockey Game scheduled for March 24

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the return of Skate with a...

Rochester Senior Crafting Group stitches together community spirit, welcomes new members

Rochester Recreation & Arena is pleased to announce the vibrant efforts of the Senior...

Conservation Commission organizing Cocheco River Clean-up to remove trash and debris on 4/6

The Rochester Conservation Commission is organizing a River Clean-up mission to remove trash and...

Rochester Recreation & Arena seeks public input with Community Engagement Survey

Rochester Recreation & Arena, in collaboration with the Strafford Regional Planning Commission, is encouraging...

NH Association of Conservation Commissions seeks local photographers for “This is Worth Protecting” contest

Are you passionate about capturing the beauty of nature through photography? If so, consider...

Recreation Department names Steve Scott as new Senior Services Coordinator for Senior Activity Center

The Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to introduce Steve Scott, who will be taking...

Skate with a Cop, Fire/Police vs. Spaulding Alumni Hockey Game scheduled for March 24

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the return of Skate with a...

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