Public Safety
Rochester Police Department Runs for a Cause: Supporting Special Olympics
Recently, members of the Rochester Police Department participated in the New Hampshire Special Olympics Torch Run, carrying the torch from…
Beat The Heat: Frisbie Memorial Hospital Releases Summer Safety Tip Sheet
Summer is short in the Lakes Region and along the Seacoast, and many people try to pack as much fun…
Rochester Fire Department Partners with United Diagnostic Services for Early Cancer and Cardiovascular Screening
The Rochester Fire Department is proud to announce a partnership with United Diagnostic Services (UDS) to provide early detection health…
Rochester Police Department Reminds Motorists and Cyclists to Share the Road Safely
As we enter the warmer months, more cyclists are taking to the roads. The Rochester Police Department is reminding all…
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…