The Rochester Recreation and Police Departments invite residents to enjoy a new holiday tradition by taking part in Christmas on the Common next month. 

The Rochester Recreation Department will once again benefit from the charitable efforts of Saint Anselm College's Road For Hope program.

Rochester Cares Clean Up Day!  Join us on Earth Day, April 22,  2018. Make a difference in your community.  Show your support for the betterment of Rochester by participating in the Rochester Cares Clean Up Day 2018! We are sure everyone knows an area that could use a little extra attention. Sign up today to make a difference.  

What do you get when you cross a teenager and summer vacation? An empty wallet! Rochester Recreation & Arena is hiring counselors and lifeguards for summer employment.  Enjoy your summer doing what you should be doing, outside having fun and MAKING MONEY! The Rec is hiring Junior Counselors, Counselors and Head Counselor.  Counselors maintain a fun, safe environment that campers …

ROCHESTER -- With a full week off from school last week, Rochester youth and teens came together for a fun-filled week of themed activities at Rochester Recreation and Arena's February Vacation Camp hosted at the Rochester Community Center.

The Rochester Fairgrounds sprung to life Saturday as over 1,000 runners converged on the starting line of a 5K race to honor the life of James Foley.

ROCHESTER -- City Manager Dan Fitzpatrick is pleased to announce that participation in the city’s Collaborative Open Gym program has tripled in its second year.

ROCHESTER, N.H. -- Director of Recreation & Arena Chris Bowlen is pleased to announce that Recreation Supervisor Art Jacobs has earned his license as a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) by the National Certification Board and the National Recreation and Park Association.