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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 -...
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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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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 Police and Recreation Departments Announce Safety Measures at Hanson Pines

The Rochester Police Department, in coordination with the Rochester Recreation Department, will be installing...
Police Department

Rochester Police Deploy Surveillance Trailer Downtown Following Vandalism Reports

Police Chief Gary Boudreau reports that a mobile surveillance trailer has been deployed in...
Community

First Responders Appreciation Gala to Honor Local Heroes on Sept. 18, Governor Ayotte is Keynote Speaker

The First Responders Appreciation Gala, taking place on Wednesday, September 18, 2025, will honor...
Community

Rochester Prepares to Celebrate National Thank a Police Officer Day on September 20

The volunteer-run Thank a Rochester Cop committee is once again preparing to celebrate National...
Fire Department

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...
Police Department

Rochester Police Investigating Serious Crash on South Main Street

On Thursday, August 21, 2025, at approximately 5:29 AM, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and...
Community

Rochester Fire Danger Downgraded to HIGH; Only Small Campfires Permitted

The Rochester Fire Department is announcing that as of August 19, 2025, the Fire...
Fire Department

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...
Community

REMINDER: Rochester’s National Night Out returns to Spaulding High School on 8/5

Rochester’s National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 5:30...
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UPDATED: Rochester Police Investigate Deadly Crash on Rochester Hill Road

At 6:46 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie...
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Rochester Police Investigate Deadly Crash on Rochester Hill Road

At 6:46 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie...
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Downtown Parking Ban Starts Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 11:00pm to 7:00am, February 13, 2026

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 11:00pm to...
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Rochester NH History Podcast: Downtown Rochester in the Mid-20th Century

In this episode of the Rochester, NH History Podcast, explore downtown Rochester in the...
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WATCH: CIP Committee Reviews Proposed Capital Projects for Upcoming Fiscal Year

On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the City of Rochester's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee...
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Rochester Public Library to Host YA Author Fair Featuring Local Writers

In this episode, Matt sits down with Teen Librarian Amy Lemelin, Rochester Public Library,...

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