Public Safety
New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy Now Accepting Applications for June 2026 Program
The New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy is now accepting applications for its upcoming program, to be held June 20–26…
Rochester Police Arrest New Durham Man in Connection With Two February 23 Robberies
On February 23, 2026, at approximately 6:02 p.m., Rochester Police responded to Subway on North Main Street for a report…
Rochester Man Arrested Following Stabbing at Amazon Campground
At 11:13 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, Rochester Police and Frisbie EMS responded to the area of Amazon Campground…
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:…
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…
Project Good Morning Participants Gather for Annual Holiday Breakfast
On Tuesday, December 16th, participants from the Rochester Police Department’s Project Good Morning (PGM) program met at Granite Steak and…
Stay Alert and Stay Safe: Rochester Police Warn Residents About New Scam Attempts
To help prevent members of our community from falling victim to scams, the Rochester Police want to share two scams…
Volunteers Needed for Traffic Control at Rochester’s Holiday Parade
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to assist with traffic control for Rochester’s Holiday Parade on Sunday,…
Rochester Man Arrested After Vehicle Noise Complaint on Wakefield Street
On November 4, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Ethan Saint-Val, 22, of Rochester, for Disorderly Conduct, a violation-level offense, following a…
Explore a Career in Law Enforcement: Join the Rochester Police Cadets
Did you know that the Rochester Police Department has a Police Cadet Post? If you are between the ages of 14…
Rochester Police: Somersworth Man Charged in Fatal Rochester Hill Road Crash
On Monday, November 10, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Tayshawn Sheppard, 19, of Somersworth, in connection with the July 24 fatal…
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…