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Statewide Burn Ban Lifted, Rochester Fire Department Urges Caution

The New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands has lifted the statewide prohibition on open burning and smoking in or near woodlands, effective October 29, 2025. According to the NH Forest Protection Bureau, recent rainfall, increased humidity, and improved soil moisture have significantly reduced the...
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From Phones to Power Tools: The Rochester Fire Department Urges Residents to Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Every October the Rochester Fire Department teams up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote fire prevention safety, and this year’s campaign is “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day...

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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...
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Governor’s Proclamation: Outdoor Burning Ban in Effect Until Further Notice

Effective September 22, 2025, the Governor has issued a statewide proclamation prohibiting all open...
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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...
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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...
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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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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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City of Rochester Finalizes Development Agreement for 16 Bridge Street Redevelopment Project

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the successful closing and execution of...

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