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Due to the winter storm predicted to arrive later tonight and continue through Wednesday morning, and the potentially hazardous road conditions, the decision has been made to delay the start of all services on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. “The prediction of up to 0.3 inches of ice and freezing rain makes it likely travel will […]

The Commission for Arts & Culture for the City of Rochester is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the annual Rochester Arts Awards. These awards honor all forms of art and the individuals and organizations that support and promote artistic activity throughout Rochester. The Arts Awards recognize candidates whose work: Highlights Rochester’s […]

The nonprofit Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, recently released its FY25 Annual Impact Report. According to the report, demand and ridership across both its fixed-route and demand-response services increased in FY25. Results from the 2025 customer survey further highlight the growing importance riders place on access to COAST’s transit services […]

Gather, the anti-hunger nonprofit, is recruiting participants for its new “Fresh Start” Culinary Workforce Training Program, scheduled to launch in February. The free, 12-week program will help community members who face hurdles finding a job gain the skills necessary for a career in the restaurant industry. There is no cost to participate thanks to the […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce Seasons, an art exhibition featuring works by Madison Albanese in the Carnegie Gallery at the Rochester Public Library, beginning December 8, 2025. Madison Albanese is a mixed media artist from Rhode Island. She holds a BFA from the University of New Hampshire, where she was the […]

Submitted by Rochester Opera House: Featuring eleven hilariously talented actors, Rochester’s annual Murder Mystery opens January 23, 2026, and runs for five weeks only! Returning as the infamous Dixon DaCooter is our very own Artistic Director, Anthony Ejarque. It’s opening night at Strafford County’s newest and largest family amusement park. Tension runs deep as city […]

Due to a winter storm predicted to arrive later tonight and continue through Monday evening, along with potentially hazardous road conditions, the decision has been made to suspend all services on Monday, December 29, 2025. “The prediction of notable ice and freezing rain makes it appear like travel will potentially be very unsafe Monday. We […]

Cornerstone VNA is proud to announce the expansion of its Hospice Care program to include two new specialty services aimed at enhancing comfort and emotional support for patients and their families: Reiki therapy and aromatherapy using essential oils. These holistic services complement Cornerstone VNA’s expert clinical care by addressing the emotional, spiritual, and sensory needs […]

The R.W. Creteau Technology Center is pleased to announce that National Gypsum’s Gold Bond Building facility in Portsmouth, NH, has generously donated $27,500 in support of the Center’s Engineering, Precision Machining, and Advanced Manufacturing programs. Each year, National Gypsum invests in local initiatives that create meaningful opportunities for students pursuing careers in STEM fields. Their […]

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of January. The Teen Fall Reading Program ends on January 1. The Teen Winter/Spring Reading Program begins on January 10. Raffle prizes will be awarded at the end of the program, including an art kit, reading […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony with Holidays on the Hill in celebration of the nonprofit’s major milestone and growth as a community nonprofit. After years of operating from their home and garage, the organization is thrilled to announce their new office space at 73 Pickering Road, […]

Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, and Portsmouth Regional Hospital—each part of HCA Healthcare—collectively gathered nearly 2,800 pounds of food to benefit four food pantries in the Granite State as part of HCA Healthcare’s annual Healthy Food for Healthier Tomorrows Food Drive. Over the course of […]

Cornerstone VNA recently honored two exceptional award recipients during its annual Staff Appreciation Breakfast on November 18, 2025, at The Oaks in Somersworth, NH. Amy Coombs, RN, BSN, OMS, received the 2025 Florence Nightingale Award, and FedPoint was recognized with the 2025 Cornerstone Award. The Florence Nightingale Award recognizes a nurse who exemplifies excellence in […]

Spaulding High School Music and Performing Arts invites the Rochester community to its annual winter village and holiday concert, Holiday Hygge, celebrating cozy, family-friendly seasonal traditions. The event features performances by the concert and marching bands, percussion ensemble, full choir, select chorus, handbell choir, and colorguard. Shows will take place on Saturday, December 13 at […]

A Message from the Rochester Opera House: The winter season is upon us! So grab those calendars and those warm coats—we’ve got a great lineup for you. Our annual production of A Christmas Carol opens soon on Friday, December 12 at 7:30pm. With music written by Disney legend Alan Menken, this show runs through Tuesday, […]

A message from the Rochester Historical Society: The public is invited to attend the annual Open House event at the Rochester Historical Society on Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at our museum headquarters on Hanson Street. Real loose-leaf tea, coffee, punch, and light refreshments will be available for guests to […]

The City of Rochester honors Michael A. Provost, an innovative and collaborative leader who played a pivotal role in guiding the Rochester Main Street organization during the city’s downtown revitalization. His vision, energy, and community spirit will be deeply missed. Michael A. Provost, 73, of Beech Street, died unexpectedly on December 4, 2025, at York […]

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce it is one of approximately 1,280 Carnegie Libraries across the United States to receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The gift is part of the Carnegie Libraries 250 initiative, a national effort honoring the legacy of the […]

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 11:00 pm through 7:00 am on Friday, December 5, 2025. During this time, no vehicles without an exemption permit may be parked on City streets or in municipal parking lots. For general inquiries and concerns, contact the Department of Public Works […]

Monarch School of New England welcomed its dedicated work-based learning partners on Thursday, November 13, for a special Employer Appreciation Breakfast held at the school’s High School and Vocational Center. The event honored the local businesses and organizations that open their doors to Monarch students, providing meaningful job-training, skill-building, and career exploration opportunities throughout the […]

A message from Jen Daly, Spaulding High School Art Teacher/Great Bay Adjunct: This fall, the Advanced Painting–Early College class at Spaulding High School took a trip to Studley’s to photograph some of their amazing flowers. This week, in conjunction with the Festival of Trees, the paintings created from photographs taken in September will be on […]

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street, Rochester, will host a December exhibit entitled From Seaside to the City, featuring the work of local artist Pete Weissbrod. This exhibit presents a progression of liminal scenes—starting coastal in the morning and daytime, moving through the forest, and finishing with city scenes at […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking volunteers to assist with traffic control for Rochester’s Holiday Parade on Sunday, December 7. Volunteers will be stationed along the parade route to help manage barricades, direct motorists, and provide information on alternative routes. Their support is essential to ensure the parade can take place and run […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Holiday Events Committee is pleased to announce a Holiday Collection to benefit SHARE Fund. The Chamber is collecting donations to support individuals and families in need. Donations of the items listed below may be dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce, located at 18 South Main Street in Rochester, […]

In anticipation of this week’s winter storm, the Willand Warming Center will offer extended hours to ensure guest safety. The center will be open continuously from Monday, December 1 at 4 PM through Wednesday, December 3 at 9 AM, with Tuesday, December 2 open all day and overnight. Pickup locations and times for guests are: […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s is pleased to announce that First Seacoast Bank will host a Holiday Business After Hours on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. This special event will take place at First Seacoast Bank’s Rochester branch located at 17 Wakefield Street in Rochester, NH. First Seacoast Bank invites […]

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) is proud to have hosted another successful round of Harvest Meals, a beloved tradition amongst our Early Care and Education children, teachers and families, leading up to Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27. Over the course of three days, we served nearly 500 parents, family members and caregivers who […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is seeking entries for this year’s “Christmas In Candyland” holiday parade, underwritten by First Seacoast Bank and scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 4:00pm. Rochester’s parade features an array of floats from businesses, community groups, and youth organizations, as well as high school marching bands, marching units, mobile […]

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of December. The Teen Fall Reading Program runs through January 1. Raffle prizes will be awarded at the end of the program, including an art kit, reading baskets, a LEGO kit, a Fire tablet, and more. […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a special year-end membership promotion. Businesses that join the Chamber before December 31, 2025, will receive a free promotional e-blast, providing a valuable opportunity to promote their business, upcoming events, or special offers. The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is an active organization of businesses […]

The Knights of Columbus, Fr. McDonald Council 2048, are proud to announce a $2,400 donation to the Monarch School of New England, located in Rochester, NH. According to Amanda Gebo Martineau, director of community engagement, the donation will provide 480 meals to students at the school. Curtis Lalonde, Grand Knight of the Fr. McDonald Council, […]

Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit provider of high-quality, skilled care at home, is pleased to announce the 39th Annual Jane Cooper Fall Lights of Love Celebration, taking place on Wednesday, December 3, at 5:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Rochester, NH. Cornerstone VNA is delighted to return to this welcoming church to […]

Last weekend, the City of Rochester Trustees of the Trust Fund worked with volunteers from the Rochester Rotary Club and Spaulding High School to clean up the Old Rochester Cemetery, located behind U-Haul on South Main Street. According to Rotary President Tracy Hardekopf, Rotary members were happy to attend the cleanup, as it aligns with […]