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Rochester Fire Department: Burn Ban Remains in Effect Amid High Fire Danger

The Rochester Fire Department reminds residents that a burn ban remains in effect until further notice. Today, Monday, August 25, 2025, has been classified as a HIGH fire danger day. No outdoor fires are permitted within the city, including campfires or any fires covered...
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Rochester Fire Danger Downgraded to HIGH; Only Small Campfires Permitted

The Rochester Fire Department is announcing that as of August 19, 2025, the Fire Danger level has been downgraded from VERY HIGH to HIGH. ONLY contained campfires no greater than 2 feet in diameter are allowed today. These are considered Category 1 fires. Categories...

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Fire Department: Burning Ban in Effect for Rochester Until Further Notice

BURNING BAN: Due to very high fire danger and drought conditions, no outside fires...
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Rochester Fire Department Partners with United Diagnostic Services for Early Cancer and Cardiovascular Screening

The Rochester Fire Department is proud to announce a partnership with United Diagnostic Services...
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Occupant Rescued from Rochester Residential Fire; Cause Under Investigation

At approximately 5:25 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025, the Rochester Fire Department responded...
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Assistant Chief Mike George promoted to Rochester Fire Chief effective 3/16

On Wednesday, March 12, City Manager Katie Ambrose announced that Mike George will be...
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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...
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Free Community Skate and Charity Hockey Game at Rochester Ice Arena on 3/16

The public is invited to attend a free community skating event at the Rochester...
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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Structure Fire; All Occupants Safe

On Tuesday, February 11, at 8:19 AM, the Rochester Fire Department responded to a...
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Free Community Skate and Charity Hockey Game at Rochester Ice Arena on 3/16

The public is invited to attend a free community skating event at the Rochester...
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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Three-Alarm Blaze at Portland Street Barn

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:50 AM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched...
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Emergency Services Respond to Fire at 168 Eagle Drive, No Injuries Reported

On Monday, September 9, 2024, at 10:23 AM, Rochester Public Safety Dispatch began receiving...
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Rochester Fire Department Launches “School is in Session” Campaign to Promote Pedestrian Safety

The Fire Prevention Division for the Rochester Fire Department, in collaboration with the city's...
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Sprinkler System Contained Fairgrounds Grandstand Fire; No Injuries Reported

On Monday, August 19, 2024, at 9:04 PM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched...
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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Exclusive Discounts at Local Businesses

The Rochester Public Library is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month throughout September with the...
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New Hampshire State Fire Marshal’s Office Launches PSA Campaign To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Tragedies

As New Hampshire prepares for the upcoming winter season, the State Fire Marshal’s Office...
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Rochester Historical Society to Host Special Presentation on Sports Hall of Fame History

The Rochester Historical Society is pleased to announce a special program highlighting the history...
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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....

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