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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 near woodlands, effective October 29, 2025. According to the NH Forest Protection Bureau, recent rainfall, increased humidity, and improved soil moisture have significantly reduced the...

Rochester Police Department Launches New Online Crime Mapping Tool

The Rochester Police Department is announcing a new crime mapping feature on its website, giving residents real-time access to information about criminal activity in the community. The new tool is part of the department's Crime Scene Intelligence (CSI) system, which provides CompStat analysis, crime mapping,...

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Hight temps ahead: Cooling centers located in City Hall and Library

The City of Rochester is offering two Summer Cooling Centers as temperatures are projected...

Police Department seeks nominations for the Patrol Officer Community Service Award

Chief Paul R. Toussaint is pleased to announce that the Rochester Police Department is...

Rochester Police Department hiring full-time officers

The Rochester Police Department is currently hiring certified and non-certified police officers. If not already...

Police arrest Raul Vides, 33, Charged with multiple felonies

On Saturday, June 26, 2021, at approximately 4:50 pm, Police responded to the area...

Walk-in vaccinations available in Dover and Newington, ages 12+

No appointment or registration required. Minors MUST bring a legal guardian. If you are...

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day 4/24 (10-2pm)

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible...

Governor drops mask mandate, NH Mayors encourage continued safety protocols

Governor Sununu’s statewide mask mandate expired on Friday, April 16 following a reduction in...

Now Open: FEMA Funeral Assistance Program for victims of COVID-19

"The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. At FEMA, our mission...

Red Cross offers FREE Virtual Preparedness Training

The Red Cross wants to help prepare families for emergencies. They have launched free virtual...

Citywide parking ban on Thursday night 2/18

CITYWIDE PARKING BAN-THURSDAY NIGHT-FEBRUARY 18, 2021SNOW EMERGENCY DECLARATIONCITYWIDE WINTER PARKING BAN IN EFFECTFebruary 18,...

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City Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11, in Observance of Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, all Municipal Offices, including...

Rochester Historical Society to Host Railroad Talk on 11/13

The Rochester Historical Society will host a presentation on the city’s railroad history on...

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘East Coast Skateboarding’ by Michael Cirelli

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce East Coast Skateboarding, an...

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Kicks Off 2025 Small Business Season

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its 2025 Small Business...