Public Safety
Rochester Fire Department: Burn Ban Remains in Effect Amid High Fire Danger
The Rochester Fire Department reminds residents that a burn ban remains in effect until further notice. No outdoor fires are…
Governor’s Proclamation: Outdoor Burning Ban in Effect Until Further Notice
Effective September 22, 2025, the Governor has issued a statewide proclamation prohibiting all open burning and smoking in or near…
Rochester Police and Recreation Departments Announce Safety Measures at Hanson Pines
The Rochester Police Department, in coordination with the Rochester Recreation Department, will be installing a mobile camera unit at Hanson…
Rochester Police Deploy Surveillance Trailer Downtown Following Vandalism Reports
Police Chief Gary Boudreau reports that a mobile surveillance trailer has been deployed in the municipal parking lot at 60…
First Responders Appreciation Gala to Honor Local Heroes on Sept. 18, Governor Ayotte is Keynote Speaker
The First Responders Appreciation Gala, taking place on Wednesday, September 18, 2025, will honor local Police, Fire, and EMS professionals…
Rochester Prepares to Celebrate National Thank a Police Officer Day on September 20
The volunteer-run Thank a Rochester Cop committee is once again preparing to celebrate National Thank a Police Officer Day on…
Rochester Fire Department: Burn Ban Remains in Effect Amid High Fire Danger
The Rochester Fire Department reminds residents that a burn ban remains in effect until further notice. Today, Monday, August 25,…
Rochester Police Investigating Serious Crash on South Main Street
On Thursday, August 21, 2025, at approximately 5:29 AM, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to the area…
Rochester Fire Danger Downgraded to HIGH; Only Small Campfires Permitted
The Rochester Fire Department is announcing that as of August 19, 2025, the Fire Danger level has been downgraded from…
Fire Department: Burning Ban in Effect for Rochester Until Further Notice
BURNING BAN: Due to very high fire danger and drought conditions, no outside fires (Category 1, 2, or 3) are…
REMINDER: Rochester’s National Night Out returns to Spaulding High School on 8/5
Rochester’s National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at the Spaulding…
UPDATED: Rochester Police Investigate Deadly Crash on Rochester Hill Road
At 6:46 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to the area of…