Public Safety
Rochester Fire Department Announces Free Smoke Alarm Installation Program
The Rochester Fire Department, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, is pleased to announce the return of “Sound the…
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 10th annual Citizen’s Police Academy. Through…
National Night Out returns on 8/6 at Spaulding High School
Rochester’s National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 6th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Spaulding…
Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash on Crown Point Road Under Investigation
On Monday, July 8, 2024, at 5:22 PM, Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to the area of…
State Fire Marshal: Celebrate Safely and Legally with Fireworks This Fourth of July
With the Fourth of July upon us, it’s important to remember that safety should be a top priority when celebrating…
Police Department seeks nominations for Red Hayes Community Ambassador Award
The Rochester Police Department is currently accepting nominations for the prestigious Rochester, NH Patrol Officer Community Service Award, also known…
DHHS Urges Residents to Take Precautions During Hot Weather
Ahead of the extreme heat expected, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is advising residents to…
Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management advises Residents, Visitors to Prepare Now for Extreme Heat
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Gray, Maine, has issued Heat Advisories for most of New Hampshire on Tuesday. In…
Statewide Emergency Alert clarified by New Hampshire 911
At approximately 2:30 pm on Tuesday, June 18, New Hampshire residents received an automated emergency public safety alert indicating that…
Beat the Heat: City Hall and Public Library open for cooling during business hours
With high temperatures forecasted for the next several days, the City of Rochester encourages residents to utilize the Public Library…
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County prepares for upcoming Heat Wave, Seeking Donations
The Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is collaborating with local municipalities to offer vital services during the upcoming…
Youth aged 14-20 encouraged to attend New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy
The New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy invites youth aged 14-20 interested in law enforcement to register for its week-long…