Governor Urges House Commerce Committee to Protect Mental Health Coverage for Children
On May 06, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte released the following statement urging members of the House Commerce Committee to pass Senate Bill 498 to hold insurance companies like Anthem accountable for covering mental health services for children: “It’s appalling that Anthem and other carriers would deny coverage for critical services to any child experiencing a…
Mayor Chuck Grassie Honors Spaulding Hockey State Champions at City Council Meeting
On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Mayor Chuck Grassie welcomed Spaulding High School Hockey State Champions to the City Council meeting to read a special proclamation. Click here to see the video (Timestamp: 53:29) WHEREAS, the Spaulding High School Hockey Team has demonstrated unwavering dedication, resilience, and heart throughout their season; and WHEREAS, through countless early…
City Council Holds FY27 Budget Retreat to Review and Discuss Department Requests, Proposed Budget
On Friday, May 8, 2026, the Rochester City Council held a Budget Retreat in Council Chambers to review the FY27…
Reminder: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Scheduled for May 16
Residents from Rochester and surrounding communities will have the opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste during the annual…
Reminder: City Manager Presents Proposed FY 2027 Budget, $175,168 Below Tax Cap
On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Rochester City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the proposed operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year…
Rochester School Department Presents Proposed FY26-27 Budget to City Council
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, during the regular City Council meeting, the Rochester School Department presented its FY26-27 proposed budget….
Recreation Department to Host Neighborhood Picnic at Nancy Loud Park on 5/16
The Rochester Recreation & Arena Department invites East Rochester community members and neighbors of Nancy Loud Park to attend a Neighborhood Picnic celebrating the new park and playground, which officially opened in October 2025. The event will take place on Saturday, May 16, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., with a rain date of May…
Rochester NH History Podcast: Uncovering the History Behind Rochester’s Place Names
Have you ever stopped to think about the history behind the names of rivers and streets in Rochester? In this episode, Bob & Lisa take listeners on a journey to uncover some of the interesting and unusual stories behind some of the named places in the city. The Rochester Historical Society and Museum is located…
Making Way: Works by Denise Manseau in the Carnegie Gallery
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Making Way”, an art exhibition featuring works by Denise Manseau…
Rochester Public Library: Fresh Fiction, New DVDs, and More This May
A message from the Rochester Public Library’s monthly newsletter: April showers bring May towers of new releases!Read on for what…
Rochester Historical Society to Host Presentation on Classic Diners on 5/14
A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: Please be reminded that on Thursday, May 14, at 6 p.m….
Rochester Historical Society Announces Special Guest Speaker for Nation’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: The Rochester Historical Society is deeply honored to announce a remarkable…
Rochester Public Library Teen Webpage Now Includes Curated Lists
The Teen Room at the Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce the launch of a new webpage that features…
The Salvation Army Holding Two Community Yard Sales This May
The Salvation Army will hold community yard sales at its location at 10 Old Farm Road in Rochester on Saturday,…
First Church Congregational, UCC to Host Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce May Business After Hours on 5/12
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that First Church Congregational, UCC, will host a Business After…
Rochester Public Library Features Art Works by Jozimar Matimano on First Floor
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to exhibit a series of original works by Jozimar Matimano on the Main Floor…
Rochester Opera House Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
A message from the Rochester Opera House: It began as a short, fifteen-minute musical for a small local school in…
Rochester Grange #86 Celebrates 150 Years on 5/30, Flag Raising and Open House Planned
Rochester Grange #86 is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a community Flag Raising and Open House on Saturday, May 30,…
Watch: Police Commission – 5/6/26
Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline Channel 26 (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast…
Listen: Veterans Council to Host Memorial Day Parade
In this episode, Matt talks with Carlton Cooper of the Rochester Veterans Council about the upcoming Memorial Day Parade, scheduled…
Finance Director Reviews City Finances, Water and Wastewater Fees, Debt Service with City Council
On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Finance Director Mark Sullivan presented an overview of city financials, including water and wastewater fees,…
Rochester Public Library Teen Room Announces May Programs and Activities
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of…
Cornerstone VNA Invites Family Caregivers to a Free Event on 5/13
Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health provider, is pleased to announce the tenth annual Caregivers Connect, a special supportive…
Watch: City Council – 5/5/26
Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda and packet Public Meetings are broadcast live on…