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Hands-On Police Training for Youth: 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 bi-weekly during the school year to explore...

Rochester Police Issue Vehicle Theft Warning, Offers Tips to Keep Your Car Secure

Over the past couple of weeks, the Rochester Police Department (RPD) has responded to two motor vehicle thefts that occurred because the keys were left inside an unlocked, running vehicle while it was warming up. RPD would like to share some precautionary tips to...

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Take a look: Changing of the Guard Ceremony held on 12/30

After more than 25 years of service, Chief Paul Toussaint announced his retirement in...

Changing of the Guard Ceremony scheduled for 12/30

In November, after more than 25 years of service, Rochester Police Chief Paul Toussaint...

Police Department, Project Good Morning members meet for annual breakfast

On Monday, December 13, participants from the Rochester Police Department’s Project Good Morning program...

Police Commission recognizes Lisa Stanley, promotes Williams-Hurley to Sergeant, swears in new hires

The Rochester Police Commission met on December 1st to swear in new officers, promote...

Police Chief Paul Toussaint announces retirement and succession 

After more than 25 years of service, Rochester Police Chief, Paul Toussaint, is officially...

City Staff propose program for repeated mental health/substance misuse calls

In a presentation to City Council on October 19, City staff requested consideration for...

Police arrest Joyce Howard for hit and run of Matthew Lefebvre

On Wednesday, October 20, 2021, Rochester Police arrested Joyce Howard, 69, of McDuffee St...

Rochester Police: Drug Take-Back Day on 10/23 (10am-2pm)

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health...

Rochester to ‘Paint the City Blue’ on 9/18

Rochester will show its appreciation for law enforcement and ‘Paint the City Blue’ on...

Police Department seeks nominations for the Patrol Officer Community Service Award

Chief Paul R. Toussaint is pleased to announce that the Rochester Police Department is...

Rochester Police Department hiring full-time officers

The Rochester Police Department is currently hiring certified and non-certified police officers. If not already...

Police arrest Raul Vides, 33, Charged with multiple felonies

On Saturday, June 26, 2021, at approximately 4:50 pm, Police responded to the area...

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City of Rochester Announces Dramatic Tax Rate Reduction Following $2.3 Billion Valuation Increase

City Manager Katie Ambrose reports that the Department of Revenue Administration (DRA) has finalized...

Municipal Offices CLOSED for Christmas and New Years, trash and recycling delayed

Municipal offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in observance of Christmas...

Recreation Department offering a variety of activities during School Vacation

School winter break starts next week, and the Rec. and Arena have lots of...

Special Holiday Message from Rochester School District Superintendent Annie Azarloza

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