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Spaulding High School Art Students Thank Police with Downtown Window Paintings

Rochester Police would like to thank the art students from Spaulding High School, the Thank A Cop Committee, and all the downtown businesses that welcomed these artists to decorate their windows with incredible paintings. We truly appreciate your support!

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. No outdoor fires are permitted within the city, including campfires or any fires covered under burn permits, and new burn permits will not be issued. The ban will...

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Deputy Chief Jason Thomas announces retirement, effective 8/18

The Rochester Police Department is announcing the retirement of Deputy Chief, Jason Thomas, after...

Rochester Police pursue Travis Moseley, 23, for felony and misdemeanor crimes

On August 1, 2023, the Rochester Police Department was made aware of open warrants...

Public Health officials provide tips to help residents avoid rodent infestations

In order to keep Rochester homes and neighborhoods safe and clean for all, Public...

Police Department seeks nominations for Red Hayes Community Ambassador Award

Chief Gary Boudreau is pleased to announce that the Rochester Police Department is accepting...

Motor vehicle strikes pregnant deer on Gonic Rd, Police send fawn to licensed rehabilitation

On Friday, June 30th, the Rochester Police Department responded to a motor vehicle accident...

Several Police Cadets aged 14-20 graduate from the New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy

The Rochester Police Department is proud to announce that 8 Police Cadets recently graduated...

Fire Department warns of possible flash flooding for the next 36-48 hours

As the State of NH faces another round of heavy rain, the Rochester Fire...

Police respond to reported robbery at Walgreens, suspect held pending arraignment

On July 6th, 2023, at approximately 9:49 PM, the Rochester Police Department responded to...

NHDES Declares Smoke Advisory, Air Pollution from Wildfire Smoke Could Reach Unhealthy Levels

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is expecting concentrations of fine particle...

Rochester Police Recruit Receives Top Award at NH Police Standards & Training Academy

On June 16th, 2023, Officers Jack Settele and Rachel Hill graduated from the 192nd...

Police Department welcomes 4 new officers, promotes Nicole Knox to Sergeant

During the June 7th Police Commission meeting, the Rochester Police Department inducted four new...

Downtown speed limit reduced to 25 mph, new signs installed in several locations

The City of Rochester recently reduced the speed limit from 35 miles per hour...

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On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Rochester Country Club Ladies Invitational Committee presented End...

City Council Update: Turner Resigns From Ward 1 Seat A, Successor to Be Chosen in November Election

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Councilor Patricia Turner (Ward 1 / Seat A) resigned...

Mel Brooks Returns to The Rochester Opera House, Just in Time for Spooky Season!

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Watch: City Council – 10/07/25

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