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First Church Congregational is pleased to announce the return of its long-awaited Blueberry Pancake Breakfast scheduled for Saturday, April 13 from 8:00 am to 11:00 am. Stop by for blueberry pancakes (or plain), scrambled (real) eggs, bacon or ham, juice, and beverages for only $8 (children 5-10, $5 and under 5, free). Before eating, while […]

Due to the weather conditions Waste Management Inc. has canceled trash and recycling curbside pick-up for Thursday, April 4, 2024.  The trash and recycling will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. All collections will be caught up and completed on/by Saturday. If you have any questions, please call the Rochester […]

On Tuesday, April 2, City Council voted to unseal minutes from prior nonpublic meetings regarding the former “Ben Franklin” property, located at 60-62 Wakefield Street. Since purchasing the property was not an option, City Council moved to enter into a lease negotiation with the owner, resulting in a $2MM lease agreement to be distributed over […]

On Tuesday, April 2, City Council voted to unseal minutes from prior nonpublic meetings regarding the purchase of the former Saint Elizabeth Seton School property. City Council previously voted to enter into a purchase and sale agreement to acquire the property from the Diocese of Manchester for a total $1.7MM, $750K from American Rescue Plan […]

Due to the winter storm that is predicted to arrive later today and be in place through Thursday, the decision has been made to curtail all services effective mid-evening on Wednesday, April 3, and Thursday, April 4, 2024. “The mixing of precipitation, rates of snowfall, high winds, visibility concerns, and total amount predicted makes it […]

Breezeline, provider of TV, internet, and voice solutions, will host a Tri-Chambers Business After Hours on Thursday, April 11, 2024. This event will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Rochester Opera House located at 31 Wakefield Street in Rochester. Chamber members attending this business after hours can meet the Breezeline team, learn […]

HAVEN invites all community members to attend one of two Kids Are Our Business Breakfasts. In honor of HAVEN’s 45th anniversary, they will be celebrating in both counties. Join HAVEN on April 5th at The Oaks Country Club in Somersworth, NH, or on April 12th at Wentworth By The Sea Country Club in Rye, NH. […]

Are you passionate about capturing the beauty of nature through photography? If so, consider participating in the “This is Worth Protecting” photo contest organized by the New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions (NHACC). The NHACC is seeking photos that evoke a sense of inspiration for the preservation of our natural environment. Photographers are encouraged to […]

Due to increased expenses, staffing, and other challenges, Jetpack Comics & Games has announced that after 18 years, the final Rochester Free Comic Book Day Festival will be held on May 4, 2024. Over the years, Free Comic Book Day has been an economic driver for the downtown business community, attracting thousands of visitors annually. […]

On Sunday, February 25th, 2024, Peter Ducharme, Exalted Ruler and Norm Gervais, Lodge Secretary / PER and Lodge Elks National Foundation Chair from the Rochester, NH Elks Lodge #1393, presented the Rochester Share Fund with a check for $3000. This donation was made possible by a Beacon Grant obtained from the Elks National Foundation. Accepting […]

Waste Management has notified the City of Rochester of significant challenges regarding misuse at the Rochester Residential Drop Off Center. In response to ongoing issues, Waste Management of NH is taking corrective measures to curb the inflow of trash from neighboring communities. The company is now enforcing a previously overlooked section of the agreement with […]

The Small Business Association, the Tri-City Chambers, and the Rochester Office of Economic Development are presenting a Financial Strength Funding Event on Tuesday, April 2nd from 9 am-12 pm, to meet with Community-Focused Lenders serving the Tri-City area all in one spot who fund small businesses and entrepreneurs of all sizes. -Explore sources for funding […]

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will stop at the Rochester Opera House for one night only on Wednesday, April 3 as a fundraiser for Greater Seacoast Community Health. Doors open at 6 p.m. and films begin at 7 p.m. The Paintbrush Film Program will be shown, highlighting outdoor adventure, travel to exotic landscapes, […]

The Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to introduce Steve Scott, who will be taking the role of Senior Services Coordinator for the Senior Activity Center. Steve has dedicated more than 20 years as a Special Education Teacher, Athletic Director, and County Sports Commissioner. He holds a Bachelor’s in Arts in Recreation from the University of […]

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the return of Skate with a Cop on Sunday, March 24th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Rochester Ice Arena. Skates are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. In addition, don’t miss the charity hockey game between Rochester Fire and Police vs. Spaulding Alumni from 5:00 pm […]

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce “Paint your Town Beautiful” an art exhibit featuring works by Marina Forbes. The exhibit, highlighting the scenic beauty and architectural landmarks of Rochester, and neighboring towns, is free and open to the public during regular library hours until the end of March. A conversation with the artist […]

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce that local comic book creator, Ryan L. Higgins will be in the Community Room on Saturday, April 20 at 1:00 pm to teach aspiring comic artists how to build characters from basic shapes. Participants will begin with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to celebrate the 40th Anniversary […]

The Rochester Rotary Club is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors enthusiastically approved a $3k grant to support Rochester Child Care Center (RCCC). RCCC will utilize the funds to assist low-income families in need of childcare support. Since many of the families are headed by single-parent households, this contribution will positively impact the […]

The Rochester Public Library invites teens aged 12-18 to learn more about the upcoming total eclipse on Wednesday, April 3, starting at 12:30 pm in the Community Room. The event aligns with an early release day for Rochester School students. Free eclipse glasses will be given to participants. Registration is not required. The Rochester Public […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Chromatic Limbo: Energetic Landscapes Emerging from Reference and Invention”, an exhibition featuring a series of works by Alex Leith in the Bernier Room, at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center. Alex Leith, a native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, spent his formative years in the […]

The Office of Community Services (OCS) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced its third cohort of Diaper Distribution Pilot grant recipients during National Diaper Need Awareness Week. The New Hampshire Community Action Partnership (NHCAP) was awarded a pilot demonstration grant to expand existing diaper distribution services through the robust network of […]

You are cordially invited to Strafford County Public Health Network’s upcoming Legislative Breakfast, a catered event to be held on March 29 from 7:30 am to 9:30 am in Rochester. Please see the invitation below for RSVP details.

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be providing $500 scholarship(s) to eligible students graduating from high school. Students eligible for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce scholarship must be graduating seniors in high school who are either employed by or have a parent employed by a company that is a member of […]

On Friday, February 23, 2024 representatives from the Rochester Elks Lodge #1393 presented a check for $3000 dollars to the “Home for Now” (HCSC) homeless shelter located on Washington Street in Rochester, NH. The donation was made possible by an Elks National Foundation Beacon Grant. Representing the HCSC was Jenn Pare, Case Manager / Supervisor. […]

Spaulding High School will host a College & Career Fair on Wednesday, May 8 from 8:30 am to 10:30 am in the gymnasium. According to organizers, the fair will be based on the following pathways: college and trade schools, military, summer employment, post-graduation employment, and other community resources. The event is open to all students […]

The Children’s Room at the Rochester Public Library is hosting a ‘Stuffed Animal Sleepover’ on March 22nd, an event that encourages young readers to drop off their favorite stuffed animal for an overnight at the library. Parents are invited to bring their child, and their favorite stuffed animal, to the library before 4:30 pm for […]

Wings & Wheels returns to Skyhaven Airport on June 1 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The event features static aircraft, antique cars, face painting, military aircraft, a live DJ, vendors, food trucks, remote control airplanes, skydivers, young eagle rides, and fun activities for people of all ages. There is a suggested donation of $5. […]

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce the #NHReadingRivalry, a spirited reading competition between Rochester and Dover, beginning March 1, 2024. This collaborative initiative encourages community members to compete by logging their reading progress on rplnhreads.beanstack.org. The friendly rivalry aims to promote a love for reading while fostering a sense of community spirit between […]

During Women’s History Month, the Rochester Historical Society and Museum will present Attorney Marcia Brown as a special speaker. Brown will talk about the advancement of women in legislation and women practicing law in New Hampshire since Marilla Ricker, who practiced in Washington, DC, fought to break the glass ceiling. Marilla Ricker (1840–1920) was an […]

Spaulding High School is pleased to present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, in the Joanne Houston Auditorium, from March 20-24, 2024. According to director Nikki Luciano-Bourgeois, the show features a star-studded cast, live pit band, and fantastic theatrical special effects, stating “This updated version of Cinderella has something for everyone! We are excited for the community to […]

The Greater Rochester, Dover, and The Falls Chambers of Commerce are pleased to present the 2024 Legislative Reception. Underwritten by Eversource, this event will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Frisbie Memorial Hospital Community Education & Conference Center. State, county, and local officials representing the communities […]

Rochester Recreation & Arena is pleased to announce the vibrant efforts of the Senior Quilting and Crafting Group, a close-knit community group that meets every Monday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. This group not only serves as a creative outlet for seniors engaging in various fabric arts, including needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, cross-stitch, and quilting, […]

The Franklin Gallery, at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will host a multi-artist exhibit during the month of March entitled “Art at the Franklin Gallery.” The exhibition features seven artists, including Renée Hardy, Kimberly Muese, Jill Vendituoli, Grace Ferguson, Evelyn Nitzberg, Corina Willette, and Peter Abate.  Coordinated by local artist Peter […]