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Rochester Public Library Introduces “Library of Things” Lending Program

The Rochester Public Library is expanding its services with the all-new "Library of Things", a collection that allows patrons to borrow more than just books, magazines, and movies. According to Library Director Marie Lejuene, the new collection is a "great way to try things out...
Community

Rochester Mental Health Alliance Announces Suicide Prevention Trainings

The Rochester Mental Health Alliance is pleased to announce the availability of free suicide...
Community

Community Development Division Seeks Public Input for 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan

The Community Development Division for the City of Rochester has opened a survey for...
State of NH

NH Hospital Has Available Beds with No Adults Waiting in Emergency Departments for Psychiatric Placement

On Friday, February 7, 2025, the Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)...
Police Department

Rochester Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Service at Annual Awards Presentation

During the Police Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 5, Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau...
Community

Public Invited to Cocheco River Management Plan Kick-off Workshop in Rochester

The Cocheco River Management Plan Steering Committee invites the public to participate in a...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Sunday February 16, 2025, 10pm until Monday, February 17, 2025, 8am

A Citywide Parking Ban will be in effect from Sunday February 16, 2025, 10pm...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Saturday February 15, 2025, 10pm until Sunday, February 16, 2025, 8am

A Citywide Parking Ban will be in effect from Saturday, February 15, 2025, 10:00...
Municipal

Public Works Thanks Residents for Clearing Snow Around Hydrants

Dear Residents of Rochester, On behalf of the City of Rochester and the Water Department,...
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Watch: School Board – 2/13/25

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GovTV

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 2/12/25

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Watch: Finance Committee – 2/11/25

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Library

Rochester Public Library Introduces “Library of Things” Lending Program

The Rochester Public Library is expanding its services with the all-new "Library of Things",...
Community

Rochester Mental Health Alliance Announces Suicide Prevention Trainings

The Rochester Mental Health Alliance is pleased to announce the availability of free suicide...
Community

Community Development Division Seeks Public Input for 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan

The Community Development Division for the City of Rochester has opened a survey for...
State of NH

NH Hospital Has Available Beds with No Adults Waiting in Emergency Departments for Psychiatric Placement

On Friday, February 7, 2025, the Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)...
Police Department

Rochester Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Service at Annual Awards Presentation

During the Police Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 5, Rochester Police Chief Gary Boudreau...
Community

Public Invited to Cocheco River Management Plan Kick-off Workshop in Rochester

The Cocheco River Management Plan Steering Committee invites the public to participate in a...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Sunday February 16, 2025, 10pm until Monday, February 17, 2025, 8am

A Citywide Parking Ban will be in effect from Sunday February 16, 2025, 10pm...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Saturday February 15, 2025, 10pm until Sunday, February 16, 2025, 8am

A Citywide Parking Ban will be in effect from Saturday, February 15, 2025, 10:00...
Municipal

Public Works Thanks Residents for Clearing Snow Around Hydrants

Dear Residents of Rochester, On behalf of the City of Rochester and the Water Department,...
State of NH

Governor Ayotte and Lawrence Mayor DePeña Address Cross-Border Crime and Drug Trafficking

On February 10, Governor Kelly Ayotte met with Mayor Brian A. DePeña of Lawrence,...
GovTV

Watch: School Board – 2/13/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the School Board website page Public...
Community

Charity Hockey Game: Bruins Alumni Association vs. The SHARE Fund Marvels

The SHARE Fund is partnering with the Rochester Recreation Department to host a charity...
Police Department

Rochester Police Investigate Armed Robbery at Walgreens

On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at approximately 3:22 am, officers from the Rochester Police...
Business

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to host 2025 Business Showcase on 4/24

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host its 2025 Business Showcase, underwritten by...
Recreation

Rochester Arena: Free Public Skate Admission for First 75 Skaters on 2/22, Thanks to Local Sponsor

The Rochester Arena will be hosting a Public Skate on Saturday, February 22, from...
Community

Rochester Rotary Club to present Dueling Pianos show at Rochester Elks on 3/1

The Rochester Rotary Club is pleased to announce a night of unforgettable entertainment with...
Community

RESCHEDULED: Senior Activity Center to host Valentine’s Day Celebration on 2/14

The Rochester Senior Activity Center is excited to host the Valentine Warmth & Wellness...
GovTV

Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 2/12/25

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...
Community

Winter Storm: COAST Bus Curtailing Service on Thursday, February 13

Due to the incoming winter storm, COAST Bus will suspend all service on Thursday,...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban in effect from 11:00 pm on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, until 7:00 am on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

A Citywide Parking Ban will be in effect from 11:00 pm on Wednesday, February...
Fire Department

Rochester Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Structure Fire; All Occupants Safe

On Tuesday, February 11, at 8:19 AM, the Rochester Fire Department responded to a...
Community

Cornerstone VNA Achieves 5-Star Patient Satisfaction Rating

Cornerstone VNA, a trusted local nonprofit home health and hospice provider, is pleased to...
Community

Strafford Regional Planning Commission Seeks Public Input for Comprehensive Plan Update

The Strafford Regional Planning Commission is updating the region's Comprehensive Plan. Titled Forward Thinking:...
GovTV

Watch: Finance Committee – 2/11/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...
Community

Free Community Skate and Charity Hockey Game at Rochester Ice Arena on 3/16

The public is invited to attend a free community skating event at the Rochester...
Library

Library Partners With AARP Tax-Aide to Provide Free Tax Assistance

The Rochester Public Library, through a partnership with AARP Tax-Aide, is offering free federal...
Municipal

Downtown Parking Ban Starts Monday, February 10, 2025, 10pm until Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 7 am

A Downtown Parking Ban is in effect from Monday, February 10, 2025, 10 pm...
Arts & Culture

RMFA presents “Nevertheless”, an exhibition featuring photographs by Zach Ellis

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Nevertheless”, an art exhibition...
Recreation

NH Fish and Game: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for 4/19

Mark Your Calendar! The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s beloved outdoor festival, Discover...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Saturday February 8, 2025, 11pm until Sunday, February 9, 2025, 8am

A Citywide Parking Ban is in effect from Saturday, February 8, 2025, 11 pm...
State of NH

NH Fish and Game: Exercise Caution around All Forms of Ice—Thick Ice May Not Be Safe Ice

With ice fishing derbies underway across the state, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department...
Community

Mayor Callaghan to host ‘City Chat’ Community Engagement Hour on 2/21 at Public Library

Mayor Paul Callaghan, in collaboration with the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement,...
Downtown

Hearts On Main Street: Celebrate Love and Support Downtown Rochester

Rochester Main Street is hosting Hearts On Main Street, a Valentine’s-themed event encouraging people...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Thursday February 6, 2025, 10pm until Friday, February 7, 2025, 7am

A Citywide Parking Ban is in effect from Thursday, February 6, 2025, 10 pm...
Library

Rochester Public Library Hosts All Abilities Club for Inclusive Community Fun

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to host the All Abilities Club, an inclusive...
State of NH

Multi-Agency Fugitive Task Force Arrests Three at Rochester Residence Linked to Drug Activity

On the morning of January 31, members of the United States Marshals Service (USMS),...
GovTV

Watch: Police Commission – 2/05/25

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live...
Municipal

Don’t Get Towed: City of Rochester Reminds Residents of Winter Parking Restrictions

The City of Rochester is reminding residents and visitors to follow all winter parking...
Library

Drop-In Tech Help Available at Rochester Public Library

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

Colby Street Temporarily Closed on 2/5 for Emergency Water Repair

Colby Street will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, for emergency water...
Municipal

Rochester Neck Road temporarily reduced to a single lane on 2/5

Rochester Neck Road, near the intersection of Taylor Ave, will be reduced to a...
GovTV

Watch: City Council – 2/4/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packets page Public...
Library

Attention Teens: Free Babysitting Course Offered at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library, in partnership with 4-H, is offering a free Babysitters Training...
State of NH

Community Re-Entry Program for Adults and Youth Launched by NHDOC and NH DHHS

The New Hampshire Departments of Corrections (NHDOC) and Health and Human Services (DHHS) have...
GovTV

Watch: Planning Board – 2/3/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...
GovTV

Watch: FY25 CIP Committee – 2/01/25 part 1 of 2

Click here to watch To learn more about the CIP committee click here Public Meetings are...
GovTV

Watch: FY26 CIP p.2 – 2/1/25 (part 2 of 2)

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...
Municipal

City of Rochester Introduces Closed Captioning on GovTV Platforms

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that closed captioning (CC) is now...
Community

Public Notice: Strafford Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Review

A copy of the Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Update is available for public review...
State of NH

Haydee Rivera-Nadeau Sentenced to 28 to 56 years for the Death of Lisa Rocheleau in Rochester, New Hampshire

Attorney General John M. Formella and Chief Gary Boudreau of the Rochester Police Department...
Municipal

Citywide Parking Ban Starts Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 11 PM Until Monday, February 3, 2025, at 7 AM

A citywide parking ban will be in effect from Sunday, February 2, 2025, at...

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