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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 Grill for their annual holiday breakfast, which has been generously donated and prepared by Granite Steak and Grill for the past few years. Thank...
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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 that have been reported in the last 24 hours. PayPal scam – Someone deposited a penny—one cent—into a PayPal account, and someone posing as...

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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...
Community

Willand Warming Center announces upcoming Cold-Weather Activation

The Willand Warming Center, located at 30 Willand Drive in Somersworth, is announcing an...
Community

Video: Rochester Fire Chief receives COVID-19 vaccination

Dozens of first responders received COVID-19 vaccines during the first couple days of operations...
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Why Volunteers Matter: A Conversation with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville

In this episode, Matt talks with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville about the mission...
Business

City of Rochester Signs Phase II Development Agreement and NorthRIDGE Memorandum of Understanding

The City of Rochester has executed two agreements related to ongoing development within the...
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East Rochester Library Added to New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places

The East Rochester Library has been added to the New Hampshire State Register of...
Community

Winter Festival Returns to Rochester Common 1/24: Skating, Music, and Family Activities

Winter Festival will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at...

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