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Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC), the Community Action Agency (CAA) of Strafford County, is excited to announce its partnership with D.F. Richard Energy for its upcoming Thanksgiving and Holiday Food Basket Program. Taking full sponsorship of the program, D.F. Richard Energy has pledged $15,000 to support CAPSC as it creates and distributes holiday […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Nancy Loud Park on Cocheco Avenue in East Rochester. Shaped by community feedback provided at two community engagement sessions in 2023 and 2024, the redesigned park will feature gravel walking paths, a new playground, a basketball court, […]

Local author and visual artist Ross Alan Bachelder will give an informal talk about his most recent book, Growing Up Blue-Collar: An Uncertain Beginning, on Thursday, October 23, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event will take place at RiverStones Custom Framing, located at 33 N. Main Street in downtown Rochester. A selection of Bachelder’s […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) was honored with the Governor’s Arts Award for Creative Communities on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, during a ceremony in the Executive Council Chambers at the State House in Concord, NH. The Governor’s Arts Awards, presented biennially by the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts since 1980, recognize […]

The City of Rochester Economic Development Department is pleased to announce that Seacoast Gymnastics Center has relocated to 104 Milton Road in the Market Basket Plaza. Owner Sharon Bove said the new location offers double the space of their previous facility and features 130 feet of glass, creating a much brighter environment. The expansion also […]

The Granite State Choral Society invites the community to its annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, November 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867. The craft fair will feature a variety of handcrafted items from local artisans, including jewelry, art, seasonal […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will be hitting the streets to thank its members during its annual Operation Thank You. Sponsored by Newburyport Bank and Waste Management, Operation Thank You is the Chamber’s membership appreciation day, during which all Chamber members are recognized for their contributions and support. Local members will receive personal visits […]

Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, is partnering with Cross Insurance on Saturday, October 25 to offer a “Fare Free Saturday” on both its fixed and demand response services. “October is Community Transportation Month in New Hampshire, and we’re thrilled that Cross Insurance has partnered with us to provide a  ‘Fare […]

Several hundred handmade Project Linus blankets will be dedicated during the Sunday morning service at the Rochester First United Methodist Church on November 9, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. The church is located at 34 South Main Street in downtown Rochester. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. The Rochester First United Methodist Church’s involvement in […]

Young and old came out on Saturday, October 4th, to participate in a river clean-up effort in downtown Rochester. The Rochester Conservation Commission partnered with Great Bay Trout Unlimited to host the event. Members of both groups, along with a Spaulding High School student, worked together to remove a variety of items from the riverbank […]

On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Rochester Country Club Ladies Invitational Committee presented End 68 Hours of Hunger with a financial contribution of $4,475 to help feed children in need in Rochester. End 68 Hours of Hunger is a public, not-for-profit organization committed to addressing the approximately 68-hour period of hunger some schoolchildren face between […]

Get ready for music, madness, and mayhem with the Broadway hit Young Frankenstein! Based on the classic 1974 film, the original Young Frankenstein was directed by Mel Brooks with his co-writer and star, Gene Wilder. The film is a loving parody of classic horror films, especially the 1930s Frankenstein series. Uniquely shot in black and […]

The Department of Public Works will temporarily shut off water service on Dodge Street on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, to complete a gate valve replacement. During this time, Dodge Street will be closed from Rochester Hill Road to Preston Street. Emergency vehicles and residents will have access throughout the […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce plans for its annual holiday parade, themed “Christmas in Candyland.” Generously underwritten by First Seacoast Bank, Rochester’s holiday parade is scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The parade will feature an array of floats, high school marching bands, marching units, mobile […]

In collaboration with the Department of Public Works (DPW), the Children’s Room at the Rochester Public Library invites children and families to StoryTime and Touch-a-Truck on Wednesday, October 9, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, at the Department of Public Works. A truck-themed StoryTime will kick off in the DPW conference room, followed by an […]

A budding sense of community and a touch of nature have taken root at the Gafney Home, a senior living facility in Rochester, thanks to the leadership and dedication of Alex Farr, a senior at Dover High School and Life Scout with Scouting America. As part of his Eagle Scout Leadership Project, Farr led the […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce was pleased to host its 51st Annual Golf Tournament, underwritten by Waste Management. Since its beginning in 1974, the tournament has remained one of the Chamber’s most popular events and largest fundraisers, thanks to the support of players, sponsors, and donors. This year, 126 players participated and enjoyed a […]

The Rochester Historical Society and Museum, located at 58 Hanson Street, announces a schedule change for its upcoming speaker event. Chris Boucher’s presentation on Rochester’s interest in professional sports, originally planned for October 9, will now take place on Thursday, October 23 at 6:00 pm. There will be no speaking event on October 9. The […]

The Rochester Public Library Children’s Room invites families to participate in a Fall Lantern Walk, a seasonal tradition observed in many cultures during autumn harvest festivals. These celebrations honor the quiet beauty of the coming winter months while reminding us to share light and joy during the darker half of the year. Families are welcome […]

Longtime local sportswriter and sports editor Mike Whaley (Rochester Courier, Rochester Times, Foster’s Daily Democrat) will appear at the Rochester Public Library on Tuesday, October 7, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss and sign copies of his new book, Floor Burns: A Wild Journey Across the Forgotten Backroads of NAIA Basketball in New England. Whaley’s book […]

The City of Rochester is providing an update on the ongoing reconstruction of the Union Street Parking Lot. The $1.75 million project aims to improve both functionality and environmental sustainability. The lot’s capacity will increase slightly and will feature handicapped-accessible spaces, electric vehicle charging stations, and a consolidated dumpster corral for nearby businesses and residents. […]

Cornerstone VNA, a nonprofit home health and hospice care organization, is pleased to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors: Caitlyn Turgeon, MBA, Thomas Argue, and Gene Harkless, DNSc, APRN, FNP-BC, CNL, FAANP. Jennifer Ufkin, RN, MSN, BC-NC, President/CEO of Cornerstone VNA, shares, “We are delighted to have Caitlyn, Tom, and Gene join […]

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of October. Upcoming Events Wednesday Maker Sessions | 2:30–4:00 pm 10/1: Slime 10/8: Rock Picture Holder 10/15: Beads 10/22: Decorate “Pumpkins” 10/29: 3D Pens Mud City ClayTuesday, October 7 | 6:00–7:00 pmRegistration required Movie Double FeatureSaturday, […]

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will host an exhibit during the month of October called Circumnavigating a Square, featuring the work of local artist Taintor Davis Child.  An opening reception will be held on Friday, October 3, from 5 to 6:30.  The public is invited to attend, […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Granite State Credit Union will host a Business After Hours on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. This special event will take place at 7 Two Rod Road in Rochester. This Business After Hours will be a celebration for members as […]

First United Methodist Church is pleased to welcome the African Children’s Choir to Rochester on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 9:30 AM. The performance will take place at the church, located at 34 S Main St, Rochester, NH 03867. The African Children’s Choir is celebrating more than four decades of transforming lives through the power […]

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is proud to present a State of the City breakfast forum on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:00 AM. This event, generously sponsored by Eversource and Lilac Club Casino, offers attendees a valuable opportunity to hear directly from Mayor Paul Callaghan and City Manager Katie Ambrose. During […]

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to present three new exhibitions this fall, featuring works by Forrest Elliott, Haley Johnson, and Nick Paradis, respectively. Painting from Within by Forrest ElliottPainting from Within explores the dynamic relationships between color, memory, and intuition. “Painting, for me, is both a visual and energetic practice — an […]

The mind of comedy legend Mel Brooks returns to the historic Rochester Opera House just in time for Halloween with Young Frankenstein, a knee-slapping musical comedy based on Brooks’ classic 1974 film. The musical follows Dr. Frederick Frankenstein, grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein. A respected medical professor in New York, Frederick insists he’s nothing […]

The Children’s Room at the Rochester Public Library closed out the Summer Reading Program with visits to each elementary school to recognize students’ achievements and encourage reading throughout the school year. This year’s “Color Our World” theme inspired children to embark on a journey of art and creativity, celebrating the many ways in which art […]

Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation, more commonly known as COAST, will be adjusting several aspects of its services beginning next month. The changes are being driven by a shifting funding landscape at the federal level, resulting in lower overall reimbursement rates for the transportation services COAST provides across the Greater Seacoast. Beginning October 4, 2025, […]

The Rochester Police Department, in coordination with the Rochester Recreation Department, will be installing a mobile camera unit at Hanson Pines Park to address recent incidents and public safety concerns. The unit will provide around-the-clock audio and video recording of the park area and serve as a safety measure to help deter unsafe activity. The […]

The Rochester Public Library is now collecting new and gently used costumes in child, teen, and adult sizes for its upcoming Going Green for Halloween Costume Swap in October. The swap, returning by popular demand, encourages families to recycle costumes, save money, and support a more sustainable holiday. Donations can be dropped off at the […]