When the Old Way Stops Working: A Conversation About Reinvention
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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 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, May 16, 2026. The collection event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Turnkey Residential Drop Off Center, 18 Isinglass Drive, Rochester, N.H. (off…
Rochester Fire Chief Mike George Announces Retirement After 24 Years of Service
On March 3, 2026, during the regular City Council meeting, City Manager Katie Ambrose announced the retirement of Fire Chief Mike George after more than 24 years of service to the Rochester Fire Department. Chief George began his career with the Rochester Fire Department in late 2001 as a Call Firefighter. In 2002, he was…
City of Rochester: 2025 Water Quality Reports Now Available
The 2025 Consumer Confidence Reports (also known as the Annual Water Quality Reports or CCR) for the City of Rochester…
Lilac Club Casino Presents $37,144 to City of Rochester Through Charitable Gaming Program
On Monday, March 2, 2026, representatives from the Lilac Club Casino presented a check for $37,144 to the City of…
Water Shutoff and Road Closure on Schley Street for Emergency Water Repair
The Department of Public Works will temporarily shut off water on Schley Street for an emergency repair. The road will…
New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy Now Accepting Applications for June 2026 Program
The New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy is now accepting applications for its upcoming program, to be held June 20–26…
Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents Posthumous Exhibition Honoring Rochester Artist
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts presents Beth Wittenberg: Selected Works, a posthumous exhibition celebrating the life and work of Seacoast artist Beth Wittenberg (1966–2025). The exhibition offers visitors a glimpse into the wide breadth of Wittenberg’s creative practice while acknowledging a career that ended too soon. Throughout her career, Wittenberg created art that was bold,…
Music Drives Us Donates $6,000 in Musical Instruments to Rochester Opera House, Rochester Performance and Arts Center
Music Drives Us, a nonprofit organization founded in 2006 by Ernie Boch Jr., donated $6,000 worth of musical instruments to the Rochester Opera House and the Rochester Performance and Arts Center on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Celebrating its 20th year, Music Drives Us is dedicated to providing access to music education for children across New…
Secretary of State Marks Civic Learning Week with New Webpage
Secretary of State David Scanlan and Civic and Voter Education Coordinator Lily Woo are pleased to usher in Civic Learning…
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Expands Senior Transportation Program
The Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) has expanded its Senior Transportation Program with new routes serving residents in…
COAST Bus Announces Service Delay for Friday, March 6, 2026
Due to the winter storm that is predicted to arrive tonight and be in place through the first part of…
The Nonprofit Dismas Home of New Hampshire Receives a Major Check To Help Fund New Rochester Building Project
A portion of gaming revenue proceeds from The Nash Casino will enable Dismas Home of New Hampshire to expand its…
City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Monthly Public Engagement Hour, Starting 3/27
Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a…
City of Rochester Seeks Public Input on Future of Former School Properties; Online Survey Deadline March 20
The City of Rochester is seeking public feedback on the future of the former School Street School and former William…
Rochester Writers Night: Third Annual Rochester Authors Fair Scheduled for April 11
Rochester Writers Night, the monthly literary event for the Lilac City and its writers, is holding its third annual Rochester…
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am on March 6, 2026
Citywide Parking Ban Starts Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am March 6, 2026 During this time,…
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…
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:…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…