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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 screenings for all sworn fire department members. This initiative underscores the department’s continued commitment to firefighter health and wellness. The screenings will take place from...

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 road users—both drivers and bicyclists—that safety is a shared responsibility. New Hampshire law recognizes bicycles as vehicles, and both motorists and bicyclists are expected...

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American Sign Language Training for First Responders will take place on 4/10

American Sign Language Training for First Responders will take place on Wednesday, April 10th,...

Sergeant Alexander unanimously selected to receive the NH Congressional Law Enforcement Award

On January 22, 2023, the Communications Center at the Rochester Police Department received a...

Police remind motorists to clear snow and ice off vehicles before driving

The City of Rochester wants to remind motorists to clear the snow off their...

Emergency Services respond to Rochester Neck Road for flooding, sinking car

On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 3:56 AM, Rochester Fire, Police, and Frisbie EMS...

Project Good Morning hosts annual holiday breakfast at Granite Steak and Grill

On the morning of December 12th, the Communications Center, Police Department, and participants from...

Rochester Public Library to host Red Cross Blood Drive on 12/8

The Red Cross is having a Blood Drive on Friday, December 8th from 10:00...

Holiday Tips: How to prevent packages from being stolen from your doorstep

With the holiday season upon us, thousands of packages will be delivered across many...

Emergency services respond to fatal accident on Salmon Falls Road

At approximately 8:45 pm on November 9th, Rochester Police, Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded...

Emergency Services respond to motor vehicle incident on Wakefield Street

At approximately 8:04 pm on Sunday, October 22nd, Rochester Police, Fire, and Frisbie EMS...

Firearm found near Spaulding High School, Police and School respond immediately

At approximately 8:25 am on Friday, October 20th, the Rochester School Department sent an...

NH Fish and Game: Wear Blaze Orange When Heading Afield

Hunters and all other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on bright orange clothing...

Are you aged 14-20 and interested in law enforcement? Consider becoming a Police Cadet

Did you know that the Rochester Police Department has a Police Cadet Post? The...

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Public Works to Replace Water Main on Stanley Street on 6/9

The Department of Public Works will be replacing a water main on Stanley Street...

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...

Governor Kelly Ayotte: Sanctuary Cities Banned in New Hampshire

On May 22, 2025, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed House Bill 511 and Senate Bill...

Secretary of State Launches Contest for Official Heirloom Marriage Certificate Design

Secretary of State David M. Scanlan has announced the launch of a new contest...