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Unfazed by chilly temperatures and intermittent rain, more than 120 golfers teed off at Rochester Country Club on May 22 for the Monarch School of New England’s annual Golf Tournament. As the school’s largest fundraiser, the day raised vital funds that empower Monarch students, ages 5 to 22, with significant developmental and physical disabilities to […]

This summer, the Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to offer a six-week indoor lacrosse program at the Rochester Arena, welcoming players of all ages and skill levels. The program is designed for athletes ranging from incoming freshmen to graduating seniors who are looking to stay active and get in their final reps of the season. […]

On Monday, June 9, 2025, the Department of Economic Development hosted an informational meeting regarding the upcoming refurbishment and upgrade of the municipal parking lot on Union Street. The session provided details about the construction process and timeline, including a presentation by SUR Construction. Municipal staff were also available to answer questions and address concerns […]

The City of Rochester invites the community to the Lilac Family Fun Festival, a celebration taking place at Spaulding High School and the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 4:00 to 9:00 PM. This exciting event features FREE kiddie carnival rides for young children, games, food trucks, local vendors, […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce Borrowed Time, an art exhibition featuring works by Kate Knox in the Carnegie Gallery at the Rochester Public Library, beginning May 3, 2025. Kate Knox earned her BFA in painting and printmaking from the New Hampshire Institute of Art in 2015, graduating summa cum laude. […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Return To Roots Learning Community Corp. will host a Business After Hours on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. This special event will take place at 16 Whitehall Road in Rochester. Return To Roots Learning Community is a dynamic, learner-centered organization […]

On April 15th, 2025, Cornerstone VNA was designated as a Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW). According to the RFW website, “Led by Governor Chris Sununu, New Hampshire’s ‘Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative’ promotes individual wellness for Granite Staters by empowering workplaces to provide support for people recovering from substance use disorder. The Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative gives […]

Rochester Main Street recently announced that Rochester PRIDE will return on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm in downtown Rochester. This inclusive, family and pet-friendly event celebrates the LGBTQ+ community with live music, speakers, vendors, and activities. Vendor applications are now open for artists, nonprofits, food vendors, and local businesses that […]

Secretary of State David M. Scanlan has announced the launch of a new contest to find an original heirloom marriage certificate design. The winning design, which should capture both the joy of marriage and the beauty of New Hampshire, will become the official heirloom marriage certificate issued by the state. The contest is being coordinated […]

This episode of the Rochester History Podcast highlights the legacy of Edmund Breton, one of the city’s most promising young athletes. Featured in the Rochester Elks Sports Hall of Fame (located inside the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center), Breton was a standout baseball player and a 1943 graduate of Spaulding High School. That same […]

Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the ’90s, is set to perform at the Rochester Opera House on August 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Everclear celebrated their 30th anniversary in recent years. Founder, vocalist, and guitarist Art Alexakis has made it clear that he has no plans […]

Flight4cf is excited to announce the return of Wings & Wheels at Skyhaven Airport on Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. (See the flyer below for new details.) This family-friendly event features a wide array of attractions, including static and military aircraft displays, antique cars, face painting, remote control airplanes, skydivers, Young […]

Gather, a Seacoast-based nonprofit organization dedicated to ending hunger, is calling on local businesses and residents to support hunger relief efforts year-round, not just during the holiday season. While the Seacoast community has always been generous, Gather emphasizes that food insecurity is a year-round issue. Most food drives traditionally take place during the November–December holiday […]

The SHARE Fund is pleased to announce the return of “Putt 4 Hunger” on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Hilltop Fun Center in Somersworth, NH. Enjoy a morning of mini golf, breakfast, prizes, and more—all while supporting the Share Fund’s mission. The SHARE Fund is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable outreach agency that provides various […]

The Greater Rochester Camera Club (GRCC) is excited to host its 2024 Summer Show at The Franklin Gallery, located in Riverstones Custom Framing. This year’s theme is “People”. The exhibit will be on display throughout the month of June, with an opening reception on Thursday, June 5, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will […]

Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, has received a $50,000 grant from the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. The grant was made possible by gifts from the John F. and Dorothy H. McCabe Environmental Fund, the Margaret S. Carter Fund, and the Parker Denaco Charitable Fund. The funds will support COAST’s internal […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce All the Silver and Gold, an art exhibition featuring works by Adam O’Day, Pete Cosmos, Merk, and Ivonne Blanco, on view in the Bernier Room at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center beginning May 5, 2025. In the thick of the global pandemic of 2020—a […]

Comedian Juston McKinney is set to perform at the Rochester Opera House on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Juston McKinney has specials on Comedy Central, Showtime, Amazon Prime, and multiple Tonight Show appearances, but in this show, he talks about his greatest achievement and challenge yet… parenting. Using multimedia, he […]

Hope on Haven Hill hosted a community outreach event on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM in the parking lot of the Center for Hope and Wellness on Charles Street. The event featured free car seat safety checks provided by certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians from the organization, who replaced three car seats […]

The Strafford Wind Symphony is set to perform at the Rochester Opera House on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. The Strafford Wind Symphony is a volunteer musical organization that rehearses weekly in Rochester, NH, and performs a wide array of musical styles from wind band standards to patriotic marches, […]

According to a recent survey, it’s likely that you and your neighbors believe having a lawn that is safe for the environment is very important.¹ However, some common lawn care practices can contribute to water quality issues. Excess nutrients—especially nitrogen and phosphorus from fertilizers—that wash off our properties into local waterbodies can trigger algal blooms […]

The Rochester Department of Recreation & Arena is excited to share an update on the Nancy Loud Park project. Following the closure of Nancy Loud School in August 2023, efforts have been underway to transform the former school, park, and pool area into a vibrant community space. Shaped by community feedback provided at two community […]

On Monday, June 9, 2025, the Department of Economic Development will host an informational session about the refurbishment and upgrade of the municipal parking lot on Union Street. The event is intended for downtown business owners, managers, and residents who use the lot. According to Economic Development Director Michael Scala, the session will provide details […]

Did you know that one in six New Hampshire households is food insecure? You might know someone experiencing food insecurity—a family member, a friend, or a neighbor. Hunger can affect people from all walks of life. When families are facing hunger, food insecurity, and tighter budgets, it’s not always easy for them to access fresh, […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2025 Annual Awards during a celebratory evening on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at The Oaks Grandview. Sponsored by leading businesses in the region, these honors recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to the Greater Rochester area. Citizen of the Year: David Stevens The […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2025 Annual Awards during a celebratory evening on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at The Oaks Grandview. Sponsored by leading businesses in the region, these honors recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to the Greater Rochester area. Educator of the Year: Davita Fortier The […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2025 Annual Awards during a celebratory evening on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at The Oaks Grandview. Sponsored by leading businesses in the region, these honors recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to the Greater Rochester area. Non-Profit of the Year: New Hampshire Farm […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2025 Annual Awards during a celebratory evening on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at The Oaks Grandview. Sponsored by leading businesses in the region, these honors recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to the Greater Rochester area. Business of the Year: Daystar, Inc. The […]

The Rochester Public Library’s Teen Room is excited to announce the success of its 2025 Teen Winter Reading Program. “This is the first time we have offered a Winter Reading program, and it was well received. Participants collectively read over 110,000 minutes,” said Teen Librarian Amy Lemelin. Teens also enjoyed a range of winter activities, […]

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12–18 to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of June. Upcoming Events Drop-In ActivitiesMondays (2:30–4 PM) & Thursdays (1–3 PM) No registration needed. June 2: Pins June 9: Air-Dry Clay June 23 & 26: Sensory Bottles June 30: 3D Pens Special Events […]

The Rochester Veterans Council will host this year’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, beginning at 10:30 a.m. with a cannon shot outside Holy Rosary Church on North Main Street. Local veterans are encouraged to participate in the event, which honors those who lost their lives in service to the nation. Special accommodations, including […]

The New England Fiddle Ensemble is set to play the Rochester Opera House on Saturday, May 31, at 6:30 pm. The New England Fiddle Ensemble is a 501c3 community orchestra made up of approximately 100 musicians of all ages and abilities who play a variety of acoustic instruments, including fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, upright bass, […]

First Church Congregational is pleased to announce a heart-opening evening of music with award-winning folk/pop artist Bobby Jo Valentine, performing in concert on Thursday, May 29, at 7:00 pm. Bobby Jo Valentine is an explorative, hopeful, spiritual, and queer artist whose music and poetry offer healing and reflection for people from all walks of life. […]