Honoring Those Who Served: The Vision for Rochester’s Veterans Park
Watch: School Board – 2/12/26
Watch: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 2/12/26
Rochester Public Library to Host YA Author Fair Featuring Local Writers
Watch: Finance Committee 2/10/26 (Joint School Board and City Council)
Watch: Codes & Ordinances Committee – 2/5/26
Rochester Schools Open Registration for Incoming Kindergarten and First-time Students
The Rochester School District is now preparing for the 2026–2027 school year, and registration opens February 1, 2026, for students entering kindergarten and first-time students to the district. Children who turn 5 years old on or before September 30, 2026, are eligible to register for kindergarten. Families are encouraged to complete kindergarten registration by April 1, 2026,…
NH Makes Key Progress in Enhancing School Safety, State Invests $8 Million in Security Projects, Prioritizes Training
The State of New Hampshire continues to make significant investments in school safety, combining targeted funding for facility improvements with strengthened coordination, training, and preparedness for law enforcement and school personnel statewide. “Our state has made important strides in safeguarding our students and improving security at our schools, but when it comes to protecting children,…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Monday, February 23, 2026 from 10:00pm through 7:00am on February 24, 2026
During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. …
City of Rochester Seeks Public Input on Future of Former School Properties with Online Survey
The City of Rochester is seeking public feedback on the future of the former School Street School and former William…
Waste Management is Closing the Turnkey Landfill and Residential Drop-Off Monday February 23, 2026
A message from Waste Management: Due to the impending inclement weather, Waste Management will close the Turnkey Landfill and Residential…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 10:00pm to 7:00am on February 23, 2026
During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. …
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce seeks Annual Award Nominations
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Chamber’s Business of the Year, Non-Profit of the Year, Educator of the Year, and Rochester’s Citizen of the Year awards. The Business of the Year Award recognizes a Chamber member business in good standing that has demonstrated excellence in its industry and made substantial…
Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation Seeks New Board Member
A message from the Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation: The Greater Rochester Community Health Foundation (GRCHF) is seeking community members from Strafford County to serve on its Board of Directors. You can learn more about GRCHF here. The GRCHF Board of Directors is made up of individuals who live, work, or volunteer in Strafford County….
550 Flags to Honor Veterans at Rochester Common Memorial Day Display
Vouchers for Veterans and the City of Rochester are excited to announce that heroism will be on display this Memorial…
Boston Bruins Alumni Return to Rochester Ice Arena on February 28
A message from the SHARE Fund: Local hockey fans can look forward to the return of the Boston Bruins Alumni…
Richard W. Creteau Regional Technical Center at Spaulding High School to Host Business After Hours Event
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Richard W. Creteau Regional Technical Center at Spaulding High…
36 Years of Impact: Stella Concludes Remarkable Volunteer Career at Cornerstone VNA
Cornerstone VNA proudly recognizes and celebrates the remarkable 36 years of volunteer service of Stella Marcotte, a longtime resident of…
Rochester Man Arrested Following Stabbing at Amazon Campground
At 11:13 p.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026, Rochester Police and Frisbie EMS responded to the area of Amazon Campground…
New Hampshire Residents Invited to Join Granite Leaders Training
The Granite Leaders program is a leadership training opportunity offered by the New Hampshire Coalition to End Homelessness. It helps…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Friday, February 20, 2026, from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am February 21, 2026
A Citywide parking ban begins Friday, February 20, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. and will remain in effect until 7:00 a.m….
City of Rochester Announces Planned Bridge Closures for 2026 Repair Projects
The City of Rochester will be repairing several bridges in 2026, beginning with the Little Falls Bridge Road over the…
Murder Mystery Extended at Rochester Opera House; Auditions and Spring Concerts Announced
A message from the Rochester Opera House: Reviews are in: “Saw this opening night. Lots of laughs! The glitches of…
Municipal Offices CLOSED on 2/16 for Presidents Day
Municipal Offices, including the Public Library and Recreation, will be closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day….
Rochester Mental Health Alliance Announces Winter and Spring Community Wellness Events
The Rochester Mental Health Alliance is inviting community members to take part in several upcoming events focused on connection, education,…
Downtown Parking Ban Starts Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 11:00pm to 7:00am, February 13, 2026
A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Thursday, February 12, 2026, from 11:00pm to 7:00am on February 13, 2026. During…
Rochester NH History Podcast: Downtown Rochester in the Mid-20th Century
In this episode of the Rochester, NH History Podcast, explore downtown Rochester in the mid-20th century, when Main Street offered…
WATCH: CIP Committee Reviews Proposed Capital Projects for Upcoming Fiscal Year
On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the City of Rochester’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Committee heard presentations from several City departments…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 10:00pm to 7:00am, February 11, 2026
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 10:00pm until 7:00am February 11, 2026 During this time, no vehicles…
Rochester Public Library Honors Trustee Pam Hubbard’s 27 Years of Service
The Rochester Public Library recognizes Pam Hubbard, a Rochester resident and Library Trustee for 27 years, for her longstanding service…