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

No appointment or registration required. Minors MUST bring a legal guardian. If you are...
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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...
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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...
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Rabies Clinic scheduled for 5/1 (12-2pm)

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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...
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Vaccine Clinic at Rochester Middle School 4/17 (10-4pm)

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Red Cross offers FREE Virtual Preparedness Training

The Red Cross wants to help prepare families for emergencies. They have launched free virtual...
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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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Overnight Downtown Parking Ban 2/3

DOWNTOWN PARKING BAN IN EFFECT - February 3, 2021 11PMSnow Removal parking ban is in...
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Snow Emergency Declaration and Citywide Parking Ban Announced 2/1

CITY OF ROCHESTER, NHSNOW EMERGENCY DECLARATIONCITYWIDE WINTER PARKING BAN IN EFFECTOvernight February 1, 2021...
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Life-threatening cold weather predicted, Warming Center to open 1/28

The Emergency Management Directors of Dover, Rochester, and Somersworth are activating the Strafford County...
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Willand Warming Center responds to list of ‘frequently asked questions’

The Willand Warming Center, which serves the Rochester, Somersworth, and Dover communities, has released...
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