City of Rochester Rededicates Shaw Park at City Hall, Now Known as Veterans Park
On Monday, June 8, 2026, the City of Rochester hosted a dedication ceremony at City Hall to rename Shaw Park to Veterans Park. Located between City Hall and the Fire Department, the park was originally named to honor former Rochester Mayor John Shaw. However, City Council recently moved to rename the park to honor Rochester…
Spaulding High School Announces Top Ten Graduates for the Class of 2026
Spaulding High School is thrilled to announce the top ten graduates in the Class of 2026. The graduates are listed below in alphabetical order, as the determination of valedictorian and salutatorian, based on grades for all four years of high school, will be announced at graduation on June 12, 2026. Griffin Baughman Griffin Baughman is…
City Council Adopts FY27 City & School Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the City Council adopted the FY27 operating budgets for the City, County, School District, Enterprise…
Department of Public Works Announces Water Meter Transceiver Installations
The Department of Public Works is notifying residents connected to the City water system that meter transceiver units (MXUs) will…
Public Works Announces Sewer Pump Station Replacement on Salmon Falls Road, Traffic Impacts Expected
The Department of Public Works has contracted with Apex Construction, Inc. to replace the sewer pump station at 235 Salmon…
Trustees of the Trust Funds Award Over $50,000 in Scholarships to Spaulding Graduates
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the Spaulding High School Scholarship Committee awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships during its annual…
Rochester Mental Health Alliance to Host Community Meeting and Celebration on 6/17
The Rochester Mental Health Alliance (RMHA) is inviting community members to a special meeting and celebration to mark the close of the 2025/2026 community season. When: Wednesday, June 17, from 8:30–10 a.m. Where: First United Methodist Church (Hurd Room), 34 South Main Street, Rochester Details: Open to all, with food provided. The event will celebrate…
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Expands Summer Meals Program for 2026
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is helping Rochester families access free meals for children throughout the summer through its 2026 Summer Meals Program. The program provides free meals for children aged 18 and under while school is out of session, helping families offset the loss of school breakfasts and lunches during the summer…
Greater Rochester Chamber to Host Cybersecurity Skill Up! Session for Local Businesses
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an upcoming session it its new Skill Up! Series, an…
Rochester Colonial Moments Highlights Early Town Development and Settlement
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Teen Summer Reading Program Returns to Rochester Public Library
The Teen Summer Reading Program kicks off at 5:00 p.m. in the Community Room on Monday, June 15. Teens between…
Rochester Students Are Getting Their Head in the Game This Summer at Theater Camp
A message from the Rochester Opera House, a 501c3 nonprofit organization: Step into the spotlight with an exciting lineup of…
City of Rochester Selects Developer for Downtown Redevelopment Project at Former Care Pharmacy Site
The Rochester City Council has selected Cyrus North LLC as the developer for the redevelopment of 161 South Main Street…
Rochester Historical Society to Host Former Marine Band Musician for America’s 250th Anniversary
A mesaage from the Rochester Hisotrical Society and Museum: AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY Dear Friend of the Rochester Historical Society: We…
Public Works Announces Road Line Overnight Painting Scheduled June 2–5
The Department of Public Works is announcing that Pro Finish Lines will be in Rochester overnight from Tuesday, June 2,…
City Council to Hold Public Hearing on FY 2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan
Notice is hereby given that the Rochester City Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, June 16th , 2026…
NH DHHS Reminds Granite Staters to Prevent Tick and Mosquito Bites
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) encourages residents and visitors to…
Listen: Inside the Greater Rochester Camera Club’s Upcoming June Exhibit
In this episode, Matt talks with Shawn Pierce of the Greater Rochester Camera Club about an upcoming exhibit featuring work…
Rochester Police Department Reminds Residents: Never Leave Pets in Hot Cars
With temperatures rising, the Rochester Police Department would like to remind residents never to leave pets unattended in vehicles, even…
Watch: Rochester City Council, School Board Hold Joint Budget Workshop
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the Rochester City Council and Rochester School Board held a Committee of the Whole budget…
Rochester Colonial Moments: Timothy Roberts and Rochester’s First Settled Family
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…
Greater Rochester Chamber Celebrates Grand Opening of Pho Zaap with Ribbon Cutting
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony in celebration of the grand opening…
City of Rochester Opens Public Comment Period for FY 2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan
In accordance with federal regulations governing the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, public input will be solicited…
Rochester NH History Podcast: Three Rochester Men Honored on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Located in Washington, D.C., are many monuments and statues dedicated to historical figures and events. Some of these include the…