Public Safety
Citywide parking ban in effect January 19, 2023 – January 20, 2023
A citywide parking ban is in effect as of 10pm on Thursday, January 19, 2023, through 8am on Friday, January…
Drivers sustain non-life-threatening injuries at accident near Rt. 16 connector
At approximately 12:15 pm on Tuesday, January 17th, emergency services responded to the Rt. 16 Spaulding Turnpike Connector, in the…
Police: Columbus Ave. reopened after fatal accident, still under investigation
At approximately 1:55pm on December 30th, emergency personnel temporarily closed Columbus Avenue, near Kentucky Fried Chicken, for a fatal motor…
Public Works: Forecast calls for heavy rain, sustained high winds, and icy roads
The Department of Public Works is actively tracking and preparing for a major storm that could impact the area Thursday night,…
Eversource readying equipment and crews in advance of forecasted heavy rains and high winds
With heavy rain and high winds expected to impact New Hampshire leading into the Christmas holiday weekend, Eversource is closely…
Downtown Parking Ban in effect until 7am on Tuesday, December 20, 2022
A downtown parking ban for snow removal is in effect as of: 11pm on Monday, December 19, 2022 until 7am on…
Citywide Parking Ban in effect until 8am 12/17
A citywide parking ban is in effect as of 10pm on Friday, December 16, 2022, until 8am Saturday, December 17,…
Police investigating fatal crash on Estes Road
Rochester Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred on Thursday, December 15th at approximately 9pm. Rochester Police,…
FYI: Winter Weather Advisories and Reminders
Snow and ice can create difficulties for residents, businesses, and travelers. Keep in mind a few important notes as the…
Police host ‘Project Good Morning’ breakfast at Granite Steak and Grill
On Wednesday, December 14th, participants from the Rochester Police Department’s Project Good Morning (PGM) program met at Granite Steak and…
Fire Department responds to apartment fire on North Main Street, cause under investigation
On Saturday, December 3rd at 8:23 AM, Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to 132 North Main Street for a reported…
Keeping kids out of the court system through accountability and restorative justice
The number of children arrested and incarcerated in the United States (U.S.) has declined over the past decade, largely due to…