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Explore a Career in Law Enforcement: Join the Rochester Police Cadets

Did you know that the Rochester Police Department has a Police Cadet Post? If you are between the ages of 14 and 20, you’re eligible to participate—even if you’re from a neighboring town! The Rochester Police Cadets meet every other Tuesday during the school year to...
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Rochester Police: Somersworth Man Charged in Fatal Rochester Hill Road Crash

On Monday, November 10, 2025, Rochester Police arrested Tayshawn Sheppard, 19, of Somersworth, in connection with the July 24 fatal motor vehicle accident on Rochester Hill Road that killed 25-year-old Adrian Sharman of Rochester. Sheppard is being charged with Negligent Homicide, Vehicular Assault, Reckless Operation,...

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Emergency Services Respond to Fire at 168 Eagle Drive, No Injuries Reported

On Monday, September 9, 2024, at 10:23 AM, Rochester Public Safety Dispatch began receiving...
Police Department

Rochester Police Issue Back-to-School Driving Safety Reminder

With the first week of school upon us, the Rochester Police Department is urging...
Fire Department

Rochester Fire Department Launches “School is in Session” Campaign to Promote Pedestrian Safety

The Fire Prevention Division for the Rochester Fire Department, in collaboration with the city's...
Public Safety

International Overdose Awareness Day: Take Action to Save Lives

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), a global event dedicated to remembering...
Fire Department

Sprinkler System Contained Fairgrounds Grandstand Fire; No Injuries Reported

On Monday, August 19, 2024, at 9:04 PM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched...
Police Department

Rochester Man Arrested in Connection with Fatal Hit-and-Run, Charged with Felony

On Tuesday, August 6th, Rochester Police arrested Paul Clement, 81, of Rochester, in connection...
Police Department

Police: Missing 15-Year-Old Cacidy Mowry Found Safe

The Rochester Police Department has announced that 15-year-old Cacidy Mowry has been located and...
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Missing Teen Update: 15-Year-Old Cacidy Mowry Believed to be Traveling West

On Friday, July 26, 2024, around 10:00 pm, 15-year-old Cacidy Mowry ran away from...
Police Department

Fatal Collision: Motorcyclist Dies in Accident with SUV on Old Dover Road

On Saturday, July 20th, around 9:30 am, Rochester Police, Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded...
Municipal

Public Health Officials Release New Comprehensive Guide to Combat Potential Rat Infestations

The Health Inspector for the City of Rochester published a comprehensive guide to help...
Fire Department

Rochester Fire Department Announces Free Smoke Alarm Installation Program

The Rochester Fire Department, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, is pleased to...
Police Department

Rochester Police Department Celebrates 10th Annual Citizen’s Police Academy Graduation

On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, the Rochester Police Department graduated the participants of our...
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Municipal

Municipal Offices CLOSED on 11/27-28 for Thanksgiving, trash/recycling delayed 1 day

Municipal offices will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27, and...
Arts & Culture

Entries Sought for Rochester’s “Christmas In Candyland” 2025 Holiday Parade

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking entries for this year’s “Christmas In...
Library

Rochester Public Library Announces December Programs for Teens

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events...
Business

Boost Your Business: Chamber Launches Year-End Membership Incentive

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a special year-end membership...

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