Public Safety
Frisbie Memorial Hospital Partners with Local Police for “Crush the Crisis” Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 26
Portsmouth Regional Hospital and Frisbie Memorial Hospital will host HCA Healthcare’s sixth annual “Crush the Crisis” prescription drug take back…
Officer Jason Harris receives Red Hayes Community Ambassador Award
The Rochester Police Department is proud to announce that Officer Jason Harris has been awarded the prestigious “Red Hayes Community…
Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 10/26
The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a significant public health, safety, and national security threat. The DEA’s…
City of Rochester Taking Steps to Improve Safety in The Hanson Pines
The City of Rochester is actively working to enhance the safety, accessibility, and long-term preservation of Dominicus Hanson Park, also…
Rochester Police Respond to Potential School Threat, Not Considered Credible
On the evening of Tuesday, September 17, the Rochester Police Department received a report of a potential threat directed at…
Rochester Police and Fire Respond to fire in Hanson Pines Park; Camping Prohibition Reminder Issued
On Monday, September 16th, around 6:45 p.m., the Rochester Police and Fire Departments responded to Hanson Pines Park, behind Dominicus…
Paint the City Blue: Thank a Rochester Cop During the Month of September
There’s still time to show your appreciation for the Rochester Police Department as National Thank a Police Officer Day approaches…
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 multiple calls reporting a garage fire…
Rochester Police Issue Back-to-School Driving Safety Reminder
With the first week of school upon us, the Rochester Police Department is urging all drivers to be extra cautious…
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 and private schools, recently launched…
International Overdose Awareness Day: Take Action to Save Lives
August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), a global event dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives…
Sprinkler System Contained Fairgrounds Grandstand Fire; No Injuries Reported
On Monday, August 19, 2024, at 9:04 PM, the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to the Rochester Fairgrounds for a…