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Rochester Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Service at Annual Awards Presentation

During the Police Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 5, Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau recognized three outstanding individuals for their dedication and service. In his remarks, Chief Boudreau explained that each year department staff submit nominations for three awards, including Support Person of the Year,...

Rochester Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Walgreens

On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 3:22 am, officers from the Rochester Police Department responded to Walgreens, located at 104 South Main Street, for a report of an armed robbery at the pharmacy. According to reports, a male suspect handed the pharmacist a note...

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Citywide Parking Ban starts 11:00 pm on Tuesday, February 28, 2023

A citywide parking ban is in effect from 11:00 pm on Tuesday, February 28,...

Gonic Post Office struck by motorist, closed until further notice

On February 24th, the Gonic Post Office, located at 49 Pickering Road, was struck...

Citywide Parking Ban starts Wednesday, February 22 at 9pm

A citywide parking ban is in effect as of 9pm on Wednesday, February 22,...

Updated: Rail repair to cause temporary road detour on Portland Street, near Windjammers Restaurant

Due to rail repair work, the City of Rochester is notifying residents and motorists...

Updated: Sergeant Carl Root named 2023 Law Enforcement Partner of the Year

The New Hampshire Retail Association is proud to recognize two deserving leaders with their...

Emergency Services respond to rollover vehicle collision on Milton Road

On Saturday, February 11th, at approximately 12:30 am, Rochester Police, Fire, and Frisbie EMS...

Police respond to vehicle collision on Haven Hill Rd.

On the evening of Friday, February 17th, Rochester Police responded to a report of...

Just In: Water Main Break in the area of Nola Avenue

At approximately 7:30 am on Thursday, February 16th, the Department of Public Works will...

RPD recognizes Officer of The Year, Civilian Support Person of the Year, and Chief Blair Memorial Award recipient

During the Police Commission meeting on February 1st, Chief Gary Boudreau introduced new hires,...

Fire Department responds to building fire at 168 Four Rod Road

On Sunday, February 5 at 10:09 am, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to...

Fire Department partners with Red Cross for ‘Sound The Alarm’ event

The Rochester Fire Department (RFD) is partnering with the American Red Cross for 'Sound...

What to do if you need warmth during extreme cold temps

With extremely cold temperatures predicted, the Warming Center of Strafford County will be in...

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Watch: Wastewater Upgrade Advisory Committee – 2/20/25

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda and further information on this committee Public...

City Manager Katie Ambrose Recognized as One of Union Leader’s 2025 ‘40 Under Forty’

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that City Manager Katie Ambrose has...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce seeks Annual Award Nominations

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Chamber’s Business of...

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Friday, February 21, 2025, from 1:00 am to 7:00 am

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Friday, February 21, 2025, from...