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Rochester Recreation & Arena is excited to announce the return of Concert on the Common, happening every Wednesday from July 9 through August 27, 2025, at the Rochester Common. This free, family-friendly concert series features a lineup of talented bands, with genres ranging from rock, pop, and jazz to blues, acoustic, and reggae, covering hits […]

A Community-Driven Effort to Support Hospice Patients and Their Animal Companions Golden Dog Adventure Co. and Cornerstone VNA are proud to announce a partnership to raise awareness and funding for the Pet Peace of Mind® (PPOM) program at Cornerstone VNA, a compassionate initiative that ensures hospice patients can keep their beloved pets by their side […]

Tickets are now on sale for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s annual Chamber Raffle, where the winner will choose between a 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Bob motorcycle or $10,000 in cash! Underwritten by Deepa Reddy, DMD, PLLC, and D.F. Richard Energy, this year’s Chamber Raffle will take place on Friday, August 15, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. […]

COAST Announces Changes to Services: Underutilized fixed routes to be discontinued or service hours shortened; additional functional assessments and travel training for demand response applicants Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, has announced its tentative plans to adjust several aspects of its services and procedures at the start of its next […]

This summer, the Rochester Opera House is pleased to announce a season filled with laughter, music, and Broadway magic. From undersea adventures to outrageous comedy, the Rochester Opera House is the place to be this summer. Making a Splash: The Little MermaidOpening Friday, July 11 at 7:30 PM, Disney’s The Little Mermaid sails onto the […]

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 Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to congratulate and announce this year’s scholarship recipients. The three recipients, each receiving a $1,000 scholarship award toward their future academic endeavors, are: Madelyn Gagnon of Spaulding High School, Stella Mitropoulos of Spaulding High School, and Katelyn Whiteman of Somersworth High School. Madelyn Gagnon, a graduate of […]

The Department of Public Works will be performing scheduled maintenance on the Pearl Street Groundwater Pump Station on Friday, June 27, 2025. To safely complete this work, Pearl Street will be closed to through traffic from Grove Street to Magic Avenue for the duration of the maintenance. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes and […]

The Chamber was pleased to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony to welcome 603 Technology Solutions, LLC, to its membership. 603 Technology Solutions, LLC is a managed IT services company based in the Lakes Region, specializing in small to medium-sized businesses. With a client base stretching from Moultonborough to Manchester, the growing demand has enabled the company […]

The Rochester Public Library’s Teen Room is pleased to announce that, in collaboration with the Spaulding High School English Department, required summer reading titles are available to borrow all summer long. “This is the third summer in a row that the library has worked with the English Department at Spaulding to provide required reading titles […]

Rochester Recreation & Arena officially opened the city’s public pools on Saturday, June 22, 2025. The following pools are now open for the summer season: East Rochester PoolLocated behind the former Nancy Loud School on Green Street, off Portland Avenue.Address: Green Street/Cocheco Ave, East Rochester, NH 03868Public swim hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 11:30 a.m. – […]

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 Rochester Public Library recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil The Nook, a new dedicated space within the Children’s Room tailored for children aged 5–12. The space is thoughtfully designed to support the developmental needs and interests of school-age children, encouraging exploration, creativity, and social interaction. “Over the last year, we have seen an […]

Groen Construction, a leading commercial general contractor and early adopter of Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) technology, proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary, highlighting a legacy grounded in faith, innovation, and family values. Founded in a basement office of the Groen family home in Rochester, NH, the company began as Groen Builders with a single green Dodge […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce plans for its annual Chamber Raffle, co-underwritten by Deepa Reddy, DMD, PLLC, and D.F. Richard Energy. This year’s theme is “Barbie’s Dream Raffle.” The Raffle Bash event, featuring an exciting reverse raffle throughout the evening, is scheduled for Friday, August 15, 2025, from 6:00–9:00 PM […]

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present the work of artist and children’s book illustrator Karen Busch Holman during the month of June on the First Floor of the Library. Karen Busch Holman is an accomplished illustrator and designer whose work spans children’s literature, educational publications, public murals, and fine art exhibitions. She has […]

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 […]