Watch: Planning Board – 3/02/26
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Honoring Those Who Served: The Vision for Rochester’s Veterans Park
Watch: Public Safety Committee – 2/18/26
Watch: City Council – 2/17/26
Watch: School Board – 2/12/26
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Applications Now Open
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer scholarship(s) to eligible students graduating from high school. Students eligible for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce scholarship must be graduating high school seniors who are either employed by, or have a parent employed by, a company that is a member of the Greater Rochester…
Rochester Police Arrest New Durham Man in Connection With Two February 23 Robberies
On February 23, 2026, at approximately 6:02 p.m., Rochester Police responded to Subway on North Main Street for a report of an attempted robbery. A male entered the store with his face covered and demanded money from the clerk. The male appeared as though he had something in his pocket during the incident; however, when…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM on March 4, 2026
A citywide parking ban will be in effect beginning Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 11:00 PM through 7:00 AM on…
Governor Ayotte Highlights Need to Help More Pets Find Safe, Loving Homes
Recently, Governor Kelly Ayotte visited the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire in Bedford to discuss ways to improve laws…
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…
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…
Safety First: Rochester Opera House Installs New Fly System
After years of planning, The Rochester Opera House has taken a major step forward in enhancing its production capabilities with the installation of a state-of-the-art fly system: the Thern Clew Winch System. This upgrade marks a significant investment in the theater’s future, enabling larger, safer, and more technically ambitious productions for years to come. Since…
Rochester Performance and Arts Center to Host Family Movie Night on March 12
The Granite YMCA is hosting a “Family Movie Night for a Cause” as part of its 2026 Community Campaign, Mission: Possible. The event will feature a screening of Lilo and Stitch on Thursday, March 12, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rochester Performance and Arts Center, 32 N. Main Street in Rochester, NH, with…
Rochester NH History Podcast: The Story Behind Rochester’s City Seal
In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, we take a closer look at Rochester’s city seal — the…
Rochester Public Library: Activities and Events for Teens in March
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of…
Greater Rochester Chamber to Host 2026 Business Showcase on 4/1
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Business Showcase, underwritten by Breezeline, on Wednesday, April 1, from…
Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘Rococo Crab’ by Lydia M. Kinney
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Rococo Crab”, an art exhibition featuring works by Lydia M….
EXTENDED DEADLINE: Commission for Arts & Culture Seeks Nominations for Annual Rochester Arts Awards
UPDATE: The original nomination deadline of February 18, 2026, has been extended. Nominations will continue to be accepted, and the…
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Purchases Property on Wakefield Street to Expand Senior Housing in Rochester
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the property at 86 Wakefield Street,…
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,…
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…
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…
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. …
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…
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….