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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 (DEA) will offer the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by disposing of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. You...
Fire Department

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 Chief for the City of Rochester, effective March 16, 2025. "Mike is incredibly dedicated and is a well-respected leader both within the organization and throughout...

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Fire Department warns of possible flash flooding for the next 36-48 hours

As the State of NH faces another round of heavy rain, the Rochester Fire...
Police Department

Police respond to reported robbery at Walgreens, suspect held pending arraignment

On July 6th, 2023, at approximately 9:49 PM, the Rochester Police Department responded to...
Public Safety

NHDES Declares Smoke Advisory, Air Pollution from Wildfire Smoke Could Reach Unhealthy Levels

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is expecting concentrations of fine particle...
Police Department

Rochester Police Recruit Receives Top Award at NH Police Standards & Training Academy

On June 16th, 2023, Officers Jack Settele and Rachel Hill graduated from the 192nd...
Police Department

Police Department welcomes 4 new officers, promotes Nicole Knox to Sergeant

During the June 7th Police Commission meeting, the Rochester Police Department inducted four new...
Downtown

Downtown speed limit reduced to 25 mph, new signs installed in several locations

The City of Rochester recently reduced the speed limit from 35 miles per hour...
Police Department

Driver involved with hit-and-run on Milton Road turns himself in

An arrest has been made in the case involving the pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred...
Police Department

Police respond to the area of Eastern Ave. and Allen St. for a report of a motor vehicle collision

On June 5, 2023, Rochester Police responded to the area of Eastern Ave. and...
Police Department

UPDATED: Victim identified as Kimberly Lucier of Rochester, succumbs to injuries on 6/5

UPDATE - June 5, 2023: The involved female has been identified as 60-year-old Kimberly Lucier...
Police Department

Officer Katelyn Mills Successfully Completes Field Training and Receives RPD Collar Brass

Officer Katelyn Mills, a New Hampshire native hailing from the Lakes Region, recently completed...
Public Safety

Haydee Rivera-Nadeau Arrested for Second Degree Murder for the Death of Lisa Rocheleau

Concord, NH – Attorney General John M. Formella and Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau...
Public Safety

Household Hazardous Waste Day scheduled for 5/20, Waste Management Drop-off Center CLOSED All Day

The Department of Public Works will be hosting Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday,...
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Podcast

LISTEN: SHARE Fund Introduces New Executive Director

In this episode, Matt welcomes SHARE Fund chairman Jerry Rainville, who introduces LeeAnn Bruneau...
Library

Rochester Public Library offering Drop-In Tech Help on Moday Afternoons

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using...
Business

Chamber of Commerce Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Church of God, Welcomes New Pastor

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the Church of God...
Library

Floral Design on a Budget: Learn to Transform Grocery Store Bouquets on 4/21

The Rochester Public Library will host a hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to...

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