Public Safety
Occupant Rescued from Rochester Residential Fire; Cause Under Investigation
At approximately 5:25 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025, the Rochester Fire Department responded to a reported building fire at…
Energy Company Reminds Customers That Safety Starts with Awareness
With warmer weather returning and many people turning their attention to outdoor projects and seasonal home maintenance, it’s critical to…
Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/26
On Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration…
Rogue Goat Apprehended by Rochester Police near Highland Street
On the morning of Saturday, April 5, a Rochester Police Officer responded to the area of Highland Street in East…
Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/26
On Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration…
Assistant Chief Mike George promoted to Rochester Fire Chief effective 3/16
On Wednesday, March 12, City Manager Katie Ambrose announced that Mike George will be promoted to the position of Fire…
Equipment Upgrade May Cause Brief Service Interruption on 3/11
The City of Rochester will be replacing an end-of-life piece of equipment that supports certain phone and internet services in…
Rochester Honors Fire Chief Dennis Dube for 27 Years of Service Ahead of Retirement on 3/15
On Tuesday, March 4, during the City Council meeting, Deputy Mayor Don Hamann and City Manager Katie Ambrose presented Rochester…
Free Community Skate and Charity Hockey Game at Rochester Ice Arena on 3/16
The public is invited to attend a free community skating event at the Rochester Ice Arena on Sunday, March 16,…
Rochester Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Service at Annual Awards Presentation
During the Police Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 5, Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau recognized three outstanding individuals for their…
Rochester Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Walgreens
On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 3:22 am, officers from the Rochester Police Department responded to Walgreens, located at…
Rochester Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Structure Fire; All Occupants Safe
On Tuesday, February 11, at 8:19 AM, the Rochester Fire Department responded to a structure fire with reports of visible…