Community
Join The Share Fund for its Second Annual Putt-4-Hunger Mini-golf Tournament on 6/1
The Share Fund invites the community to its Second Annual Putt-4-Hunger Mini-golf Tournament, scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 1, at 9:00 am.The event will be held at Hilltop Fun Center, located at Route NH 108, in Somersworth. Participants will enjoy a round...
Business
HCA Healthcare to provide paid training for Licensed Nursing Assistants
HCA Healthcare is providing paid training for people interested in becoming licensed nursing assistants....
State of NH
Fish and Game: Complete Your Online Hunter Education Now with a Spring Field Day
If you need to complete a Hunter Education class, sign up today to reserve...
Municipal
DPW to work on Pump Station at corner of Western Ave and First Street on 5/14-15
The Wastewater Division for the Department of Public Works will be working at the...
Community
Rochester Elks Members visit the NH Veterans Home for Bingo Night
Exalted Ruler Mark Guilmett and 11 Officers and Members of the Rochester Elks Lodge...
Community
Strafford County Addiction Task Force announces 2024 Strafford County Addiction Summit on 5/15
The Strafford County Addiction Task Force is accepting registrations for the 2024 Strafford County...
Municipal
City of Rochester announces $1.75 Retail Trash Bag Program for residential overflow garbage
On Tuesday, May 7, during the regular City Council meeting, Finance Director Mark Sullivan...
Arts & Culture
RMFA, Creative Guts presents ‘Snarl’, works by Heather Hernon and Raisa Tolchinsky, reception on 5/14
Creative Guts is thrilled to present Snarl, a duo exhibition featuring the captivating works of...
Business
Elm Grove Companies Lead Acquisition of Highfield Commons in Rochester
Real Estate Investment firm Elm Grove Companies is pleased to announce that its related...
Elections
Secretary Scanlan Reminds New Hampshire Voters of Deadline to Change Party Affiliation Before the State Primary
New Hampshire Secretary of State David M. Scanlan reminds voters that the deadline to change their party affiliation before the State Primary Election is June 4, 2024.Registered voters who wish to change their party affiliation should visit their local town/city clerk’s office before the...
Media
GovTV
WATCH: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 5/8/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel 26. Broadcasts are also available on demand, which includes index points to help viewers navigate to...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 5/07/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel 26. Broadcasts are also available on demand, which includes index points to help viewers navigate to...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – May 6, 2024
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel 26. Broadcasts are also available on demand, which includes index points to help viewers navigate to...
Podcast
LISTEN: The Compassion Closet provides Spaulding students in need with clothing and more
In this episode, Matt talks to three Spaulding High School Seniors who started the Compassion Closet, an initiative to provide students in need with clothing, socks and underwear, hygiene products, and more. The Compassion...
GovTV
WATCH: Police Commission – 5/13/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council Budget Retreat – 5/10/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22...
GovTV
WATCH: Public Safety Committee – 4/17/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly Atlantic Broadband/Metrocast Cablevision) Channel 26. Broadcasts are also available on demand, which includes index points to help viewers navigate to...
Podcast
LISTEN: Marie and Katherine talk Resolutions and Romances
In this episode, Marie and Katherine update listeners on their New Year's resolutions. They also talk about their favorite (and not-so-favorite) romance novels.Click here to listen. The City of Rochester, New Hampshire offers two...
Podcast
LISTEN: Matt talks to Bob and Lisa Griffin from the Rochester Historical Society
In this episode, Matt talks to Bob and Lisa Griffin, members of the Rochester Historical Society and Museum, located on Hanson Street. Bob and Lisa chat about the museum and its collection, upcoming programs,...
Podcast
LISTEN: Frisbie’s Dr. Ken Maynard talks neurosurgery and other medical advancements
In this episode, Matt talks to Dr. Ken Maynard from Frisbie Memorial Hospital about neurosurgery, surgical and technological advancements, and other common surgeries such as fusions and general decompressions. Maynard also talks about how...
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GovTV
WATCH: Police Commission – 5/13/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
Community
Join The Share Fund for its Second Annual Putt-4-Hunger Mini-golf Tournament on 6/1
The Share Fund invites the community to its Second Annual Putt-4-Hunger Mini-golf Tournament, scheduled...
Elections
Secretary Scanlan Reminds New Hampshire Voters of Deadline to Change Party Affiliation Before the State Primary
New Hampshire Secretary of State David M. Scanlan reminds voters that the deadline to...
Business
HCA Healthcare to provide paid training for Licensed Nursing Assistants
HCA Healthcare is providing paid training for people interested in becoming licensed nursing assistants....
State of NH
Fish and Game: Complete Your Online Hunter Education Now with a Spring Field Day
If you need to complete a Hunter Education class, sign up today to reserve...
Municipal
DPW to work on Pump Station at corner of Western Ave and First Street on 5/14-15
The Wastewater Division for the Department of Public Works will be working at the...
Community
Rochester Elks Members visit the NH Veterans Home for Bingo Night
Exalted Ruler Mark Guilmett and 11 Officers and Members of the Rochester Elks Lodge...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council Budget Retreat – 5/10/24
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Click here to watch Part 2
Public Meetings are broadcast...
GovTV
WATCH: School Board – 5/9/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
Community
Strafford County Addiction Task Force announces 2024 Strafford County Addiction Summit on 5/15
The Strafford County Addiction Task Force is accepting registrations for the 2024 Strafford County...
GovTV
WATCH: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 5/8/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 5/07/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
Municipal
City of Rochester announces $1.75 Retail Trash Bag Program for residential overflow garbage
On Tuesday, May 7, during the regular City Council meeting, Finance Director Mark Sullivan...
Arts & Culture
RMFA, Creative Guts presents ‘Snarl’, works by Heather Hernon and Raisa Tolchinsky, reception on 5/14
Creative Guts is thrilled to present Snarl, a duo exhibition featuring the captivating works of...
Business
Elm Grove Companies Lead Acquisition of Highfield Commons in Rochester
Real Estate Investment firm Elm Grove Companies is pleased to announce that its related...
Library
Get ready for Mother’s Day at the Rochester Public Library on 5/11
The Rochester Public Library, in collaboration with Studley's Flower Gardens, is pleased to host...
Library
Library to host Rare Book event with Kenneth Gloss on 5/22
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce that Kenneth Gloss, owner of Boston's...
Municipal
WATCH: City Manager presents FY25 proposed budget to City Council
On Tuesday, April 16, Rochester City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the FY25 proposed budget...
Public Safety
Survey: City seeks public input for Severe Weather, Technological, and Human-Caused Hazards
The City of Rochester invites the public to complete a short survey that will...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – May 6, 2024
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
Arts & Culture
7th Annual Community Photography Show Awards Reception to be held on 5/10
The 7th Annual Community Photography Show Awards Reception will be held at 7:00 pm...
Business
Meredith Village Savings Bank Underwrites 2024 “Old World Elegance” Annual Awards Celebration
Meredith Village Savings Bank will be underwriting the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s 2024...
Business
The Garage at The Governors Inn to host Chamber of Commerce May Business After Hours on 5/16
The Garage at The Governor’s Inn will host the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s...
Arts & Culture
Rochester Historical Society to host “The History of Agriculture as Told by Barns” on 5/9
The Rochester Historical Society and Museum will host "The History of Agriculture as Told...
Municipal
DPW Repairing Water Main Break between Estes Road and 202/Washington Street
The Department of Public Works located a water main break on the 20” pipeline...
Municipal
What is Rochester doing to assist unhoused and vulnerable populations? Mayor responds
During a City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 16, Mayor Paul Callaghan listed several...
Arts & Culture
Shop ‘Til You Drop Craft Fair: A Celebration of Art, Creativity, and Community
The Granite State Choral Society is hosting the Shop 'Til You Drop Craft Fair...
Municipal
Get Involved in Municipal Government: Registration now open for free Civics 101 class
The City of Rochester is pleased to announce new dates for Civics 101, a...
Arts & Culture
Granite State Choral Society presents ‘Hope, Healing and Harmony’ Spring Concert
The Granite State Choral Society, in collaboration with the Nashua Choral Society and Symphony...
Municipal
Mayor to host City Chat on 5/3 at 10:00 am in James W. Foley Memorial Community Center
City Chat is a 1hr informal meeting held every first Friday at 10:00 am...
Community
Rochester NH History Podcast: Rochester High School
Built in 1939, Spaulding High School is one of the most beautiful high school...
Education
Monarch School of New England to host ‘A Monarch Morning’ community open house on 5/4
On Saturday, May 4th, from 9:00 -11:30, the Monarch School of New England is...
Arts & Culture
Rochester Recreation seeks submissions for Art Olympics, 5/7 deadline
Rochester Recreation and Arena, in collaboration with the Strafford Regional Planning Commission, is organizing...
Arts & Culture
Franklin Gallery to present ‘Two Friends, Two Views’ with works by Tom Glover and Lawrence Driscoll
The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...
Podcast
LISTEN: The Compassion Closet provides Spaulding students in need with clothing and more
In this episode, Matt talks to three Spaulding High School Seniors who started the...
Community
Unitil will be conducting Annual Gas Service Line inspections starting April 29
Unitil will be conducting its Annual Gas Service Line inspections in Rochester starting the...
Podcast
LISTEN: NH Fiddle Ensemble to play Rochester Opera House on 5/3
In this episode, Matt talks to Ellen Carlson from the New Hampshire Fiddle Ensemble...
Community
Downtown Churches to hold Annual Yard Sale and Spring Fair on 5/4
The First Congregational Church and First United Methodist Church will hold events on Saturday,...
State of NH
Public Higher Education Task Force releases findings on strategic alignment of state public higher education
In accordance with Executive Order 2023-06 issued by Governor Chris Sununu, the Public Higher...
GovTV
WATCH: Public Works & Buildings Committee – 4/18/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: Public Safety Committee – 4/17/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
Library
Rochester Public Library to host ‘needle felting’ and ‘build your own robot’ workshops for teens in May
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is excited to announce two creative programs scheduled...
State of NH
Fish and Game: 2024 Spring Turkey Season opens May 1
The Granite State’s spring turkey season opens on May 1 and runs through May...
Business
Experience Old World Elegance: Chamber of Commerce to host Annual Awards Celebration on 5/22
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will present its “Old World Elegance: An Evening...
State of NH
Local Emergency Shelter Services bolstered with $8.5M in funding
On March 27, following approval by the Executive Council, $8,500,000 in funding was made...
Municipal
GovTV now available on Apple, Roku, and Fire TV streaming devices
The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that GovTV, formerly known as the...
Community
Cornerstone VNA Hosts FREE Caregiver Event
Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health provider, is pleased to announce the eighth...
Education
CTE Ambassadors Inspire Middle Schoolers to Explore Exciting Career Paths
On April 11th, the CTE (Career Technical Education) Ambassadors from the R.W. Creteau Regional...
Community
Conservation Commission hosts successful clean-up of Cocheco River, 20+ volunteers attended
The Rochester Conservation Commission is pleased to report that more than 20 volunteers gathered...
Podcast
LISTEN: Marie and Katherine talk Resolutions and Romances
In this episode, Marie and Katherine update listeners on their New Year's resolutions. They...
Podcast
LISTEN: Matt talks to Bob and Lisa Griffin from the Rochester Historical Society
In this episode, Matt talks to Bob and Lisa Griffin, members of the Rochester...
Podcast
LISTEN: Frisbie’s Dr. Ken Maynard talks neurosurgery and other medical advancements
In this episode, Matt talks to Dr. Ken Maynard from Frisbie Memorial Hospital about...
Recreation
Fish and Game: Be Aware, Prepared, and Responsible When Exploring This Spring
Spring in New Hampshire is an exciting time to enjoy the outdoors, and the...
Education
Rochester School Board selects Annie Azarloza to be next Superintendent of Schools
The Rochester School Board is pleased to announce the selection of Annie Azarloza as...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 4/16/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: Planning Board – 4/15/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: Zoning Board of Adjustment – 4/10/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: Finance Committee – 4/09/2024
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...
GovTV
WATCH: City Council – 4/02/24
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Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline (formerly...
Municipal
Rochester City Manager Presents Proposed FY2025 Budget
Rochester City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the proposed operating and capital budgets for fiscal...
Library
Rochester Public Library and Monarch School of New England Collaborate on Wooden Suggestion Box
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce a collaboration with the Monarch School...
Community
Strafford County Addiction Task Force announces 2024 Strafford County Addiction Summit on 5/15
The Strafford County Addiction Task Force is accepting registrations for the 2024 Strafford County...
Library
Rochester Public Library’s Stuffed Animal Sleepover Extended Due to Winter Storm
The recent winter storm unexpectedly extended the stuffed animal sleepover event hosted by the...
Arts & Culture
MVSB Accepting Photo Submission for Annual Community Calendar Contest
MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) is excited to announce the launch of its annual...
Library
Rochester Public Library to Host Free College Preparedness Workshop
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce an upcoming workshop focused on college...
Library
Rochester Public Library to host Mindfulness for Moms on 4/26
Self-care while mothering can be challenging. Whether you're a new mom or a mom...
State of NH
Fiscal Prudence Delivers Results: S&P Global Upgrades NH Ratings for First Time in Decades
On March 27, after S&P Global upgraded New Hampshire's General Obligation ratings from "AA"...
Arts & Culture
Go for Launch: Christa McAuliffe State House Memorial Commission Arts Competition
The Christa McAuliffe State House Memorial Commission is pleased to announce the creation of...
Recreation
Trout Season is coming to New Hampshire’s managed waterbodies starting 4/27
Trout-managed waters offer anglers the chance to experience exciting fishing in some of the...
Municipal
City Council to hold Public Hearing on 4/16 for Drainage Pipe Relining Project
Resolution Authorizing Supplemental Appropriation of $150,000.00 to the FY24 General Fund CIP Fund for...
Community
NH Pet Aid receives grant for 11k to help pet owners with emergency veterinary care
New Hampshire Pet Aid is thrilled to announce that it recently received a grant...
Municipal
DPW to flush fire hydrants starting 4/21 until 5/31
The City of Rochester will be flushing fire hydrants beginning April 21, 2024, and...
Police Department
Police Department: Drug Take Back Day scheduled for 4/27
The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public...
State of NH
Governor Sununu proclaims April is Genocide Awareness Month
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu recently proclaimed April 2024 to be GENOCIDE AWARENESS MONTH...
Business
Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon-cutting at Polychronis Financial Services
The Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for Polychronis...