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Willand Warming Center Open During Extreme Cold

A message from the Willand Warming Center: The Willand Warming Center has been activated for the following dates and times: Thursday, January 22nd: 4 PM - Monday, 9 AM Friday, January 23rd: ALL DAY  - Monday - 9 AM Saturday, January 24th: ALL DAY -...

Residents Urged to Prepare for Extreme Winter Conditions

Extreme cold winter weather is expected this weekend across New Hampshire. Residents are urged to take precautions to protect themselves and others, including dressing in warm layers, limiting time outdoors, and checking on vulnerable neighbors. Cold conditions can increase the risk of frostbite and hypothermia,...

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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...

Fire Fighters respond to structure fire at 208 Old Dover Road

On Sunday, January 22 at 1:26 PM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to...

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