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Emergency Water Repair Scheduled on Paradise Drive on 7/20

Monday, July 20, 2026

UPDATE (9:17 AM): The water is back on, and the road will be open shortly.  The City of Rochester Water Department will perform an emergency water repair on Paradise Drive beginning Monday, July 20, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. Repairs will continue until the work is complete. During the repair, water service will be temporarily interrupted…

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Attorney General Formella Pushes Federal Government to Further Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls

Monday, July 20, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella along with a bipartisan coalition of 48 of his fellow attorneys general are calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to strengthen rules that would cut off scammers’ access to legitimate telephone numbers. Without that access, scammers can’t use real numbers to deceive and scam Americans. The Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation…

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Rochester Police Seek Nominations for Red Hayes Community Ambassador Award

Friday, July 17, 2026

On behalf of Chief Gary Boudreau, the Rochester Police Department releases the following: The Rochester Police Department is accepting nominations…

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City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Monthly Public Engagement Hour on 7/24

Friday, July 17, 2026

Mayor Chuck Grassie invites residents, volunteers, and representatives of Rochester-based businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations to attend City Chat, a…

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$45 Million Multistate Settlement with Block Inc. Over Deceptive Practices on Cash App

Friday, July 17, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella announces a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc., the company behind the popular peer-to-peer…

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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Apartment Building Fire on North Main Street

Thursday, July 16, 2026

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at approximately 1:40 p.m., the Rochester Fire Department was dispatched to 119 North Main Street…

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Community Highlights

Spaulding High School Class of 1957 Reunion Set for 8/6

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

The Spaulding High School Class of 1957 will hold its 69th class reunion on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Granite Steak House, 11 Farmington Road, Rochester. For more information, contact Donnie Allen at (702) 645-0873.

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Rochester’s National Night Out Returns 8/4 with Community Partners, Family Activities, and Free Movie

Monday, July 20, 2026

Rochester’s National Night Out will be held on August 4 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Spaulding High School “triangle,” also known as Torr’s Park, and will feature an after-hours movie hosted by Guyer Travel Intl from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. Rochester’s National Night Out is part of a nationwide celebration held throughout the…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: Final Land Divisions Shape Future Towns

Monday, July 20, 2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…

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American Red Cross Urgently Seeking Blood Donors Amid Emergency Shortage

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Today, the American Red Cross is alerting the public to an emergency blood shortage after the nation’s blood supply fell…

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COAST Board Approves New Fare Structure Effective September 1

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

After proposing a new fare structure earlier this year, hosting eight public input sessions throughout the region, and accepting written…

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Sixth Annual LILA Dance Festival Returns to Rochester Commons Aug. 29

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The sixth annual LILA Dance Festival, New Hampshire’s largest dance festival, will take place on Saturday, August 29, from noon…

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Recent Posts

Rochester Police Investigating Motorcycle Crash on Milton Road

Thursday, July 16, 2026

On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at approximately 4:39 p.m., Rochester Police, Rochester Fire, and Frisbie EMS responded to the area…

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Governor Ayotte Celebrates New Childcare Tax Credit Program

Thursday, July 16, 2026

On July 9, Governor Kelly Ayotte highlighted a new opportunity to expand access to childcare in New Hampshire with a…

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Rochester Fire Department Announces Temporary Relocation During Central Fire Station Renovation

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Beginning Friday, July 17, 2026, the Rochester Fire Department will begin operating from temporary locations as construction starts on the…

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Colonial History Seminar Invites Community Members to Explore Rochester’s Early Years

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie is supporting a special educational program designed…

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Community Conversation on Great Bay Eelgrass Planned for July 28

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

The 7 Rivers to the Coast initiative is hosting a free, family-friendly community conversation about eelgrass in the Great Bay…

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Faces of Rochester’s Past: Historic Portrait Exhibit Honors Rochester’s 44 Mayors

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the opening of a permanent exhibit featuring historic portraits of the men…

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Gather’s Waste Not Program Surpasses 250,000 Pounds of Food Recovered as the Partnership Marks Two Year Anniversary 

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Innovative regional partnership network turns surplus food into more than 175,000 meals for community members in need Gather is celebrating…

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Rochester NH History Podcast: Travel Back in Time with Historic Photos of East Rochester

Monday, July 13, 2026

East Rochester is a neighborhood within the City of Rochester. Affectionately known as the East Side by many of its…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: Rochester’s Growth Reflected Its Strategic Value

Monday, July 13, 2026

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office…

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Know Before You Go: City Shares Festival Rules Ahead of Lilac Family Fun Festival on 7/11

Friday, July 10, 2026

As the City of Rochester prepares to welcome residents and visitors to the Lilac Family Fun Festival on Saturday, July…

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Rochester School District Encourages Summer Learning with Free Student Resources

Friday, July 10, 2026

Summer learning matters! Learning doesn’t stop when school ends! Take some time each week to read, write and explore new…

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Rochester Police Share Safety Reminder About Electric Bikes

Thursday, July 9, 2026

The Rochester Police Department is reminding residents that electric bicycles (e-bikes) are subject to New Hampshire law and encouraging riders…

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