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Rochester Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire at 30 Plante Street

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

At approximately 1:55 a.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Rochester Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 30 Plante Street. Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire involving the enclosed porch of a single-story home, as well as a nearby shed and vehicle. A box alarm was struck to request mutual aid and…

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Share the Forest: Hiking and Outdoor Recreation During Hunting Season

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Autumn is the perfect time of year to be in the woods: the leaves are changing, the weather is cooler, and the biting bugs are gone. There is also plenty of opportunity to see and experience wildlife as those animals that remain in New Hampshire during the winter, and those species that migrate south, prepare…

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Public Works Announces Temporary Parking Changes at Community Center for Construction and Paving

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

The Department of Public Works will begin construction and paving at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield…

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City of Rochester Plans for Major Wastewater Upgrades, Rates Expected to More Than Double

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

The City is moving forward with its planning for large upgrades to its wastewater facilities, which must be fully operational…

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Ward 4 City Councilors to Host Community Engagement Event on 9/27

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Ward 4 City Councilors David Walker and Chuck Creteau will host an informal meeting on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from…

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Attorney General Formella Pushes Federal Government to Strengthen ‘Know Your Upstream Provider Rules’ to Combat Illegal Robocalls

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that he and a bipartisan coalition of 48 other attorneys general are pushing the…

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Stafford County Public Health Network to Host Family Movie Night on 10/9 at YMCA Camp Coney Pine

Saturday, September 26, 2026

The Stafford County Public Health Network will host a free Family Movie Night on October 9 at 6:00 pm at YMCA Camp Coney Pine, 49 Lowell St. in Rochester. Families are invited to an outdoor showing of Encanto, which begins at 6:30 pm. The alcohol- and substance-free event also gives families a chance to enter…

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Rochester Colonial Moments: Uncovering the Location of Rochester’s First Meeting House Part II

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. In this edition: Rochester N.H. First Meeting House Part II In the original town divisions plot, the first meeting house was located…

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Rochester Volunteer Susan Murphy Honored With Myra Kraft Community MVP Award, Receives 10k Donation to Hope on Haven Hill

Friday, September 25, 2026

Twenty-six volunteers were recognized during an awards luncheon at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, September 15. Susan Murphy of Rochester, NH,…

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Oh, the Places You’ll Go! “Seussical the Musical” Comes to the Rochester Opera House!

Friday, September 25, 2026

A message from the Rochester Opera House: “A person’s a person, no matter how small!” Join us for this magical…

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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to Host Panel Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units on 9/30

Friday, September 25, 2026

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an upcoming session for its Skill Up! Series, an educational…

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Photos: Commission for Arts and Culture Celebrates 2026 Rochester Arts Awards Winners

Friday, September 25, 2026

On Monday, September 21, 2026, the Commission for Arts and Culture presented the 2026 recipients of the Rochester Arts Awards…

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Video Guide: How to Register Online for Rochester Recreation Programs

Thursday, September 24, 2026

This step-by-step video walks you through accessing the website, signing in to your account, finding a program, selecting the appropriate…

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Rescheduled: PorchFest Returns with 50+ Performances to Benefit Youth Arts Scholarships on 10/4

Thursday, September 24, 2026

The Rochester Opera House invites the community to PorchFest, a free outdoor music festival featuring more than 50 local bands,…

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Rochester Public Library Seeks New and Gently Used Halloween Costumes For Upcoming Costume Swap

Thursday, September 24, 2026

The Rochester Public Library is now accepting donations of new and gently used Halloween costumes for children, teens, and adults….

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Spaulding Football to Host 1st Annual “Salute to Service” Game Honoring Local Veterans on 10/2

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

The Spaulding High School Red Raider Football team, in partnership with the Red Raider Mothers Club (Spaulding Football Boosters) and…

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2nd Annual Paws & Purpose Fundraiser to Support Pets of Cornerstone VNA Hospice Patients

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Golden Dog Adventure Co. and Cornerstone VNA will host the 2nd Annual Paws & Purpose – A Fundraiser for Pet…

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Commission for Arts and Culture Announces 2026 Rochester Arts Awards Winners

Monday, September 21, 2026

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Shawn Pierce, Chairman of the Commission for Arts and Culture for the City of Rochester,…

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There’s Still Time to Paint the City of Rochester Blue for National Thank a Police Officer Day

Monday, September 21, 2026

With National Thank a Police Officer Day taking place last Saturday, September 19, the Thank a Rochester Cop Committee is…

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City Chat: Mayor Chuck Grassie to host Public Engagement Hour on 9/25

Monday, September 21, 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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Governor Joins AARP New Hampshire, Law Enforcement Leaders to Highlight New Protections Against Cryptocurrency ATM Scams

Monday, September 21, 2026

On September 14, 2026, Governor Kelly Ayotte highlighted a new law that will help protect Granite Staters against the threat…

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Reminder: Rochester Assessing Department Announces Cyclical Property Inspection Program

Saturday, September 19, 2026

The Assessing Department for the City of Rochester is continuing a five-year cyclical property inspection program to review and update…

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Rochester School District to Hold ‘Fall Family Night’ on 9/22 in Spaulding High School Gymnasium

Saturday, September 19, 2026

A message from the Rochester School Department: This event is for all students and families! An evening of fun, discovery,…

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Reminder: Hydrant Flushing Scheduled September 20 Through November 5, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

The City of Rochester will be flushing fire hydrants beginning September 20, 2026, and will run through November 5, 2026….

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