City of Dover, NH - Official Website

The City of Dover, NH is a great place to live, work, and play. Dover is conveniently located in the seacoast area of New Hampshire. Settled in 1623, Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and the 7th oldest in the United States.
The City of Dover, NHis ranked one of the top 100 communities in the United States and one of the nation's top communities for young people.

Source: CNN/Money and America's Promise Alliance
The City of Dover, NHboasts superior municipal services, an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, and numerous cultural destinations and events.
The City of Dover, NHis the fastest-growing city in New Hampshire.

Source: U.S. Census
The City of Dover, NHis home to a vibrant and thriving business community.

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Dover Athletic Foundation to hold virtual information session May 6

posted on 4/29/2025
The Dover Athletic Foundation will host a virtual information session Tuesday, May 6, from 8-9 p.m. to discuss plans for funding the renovation of Dover High School's athletic complex and future facilities.
The newly formed foundation aims to create sustainable funding for athletic facilities throughout Dover.
Community members with connections to or passion for Dover sports are encouraged to attend. Registration is available at https://forms.gle/NEni2Yz1e85HQMNZA.
For more information about the event or foundation, contact School Board member Michelle Clancy at m.clancy@dover.k12.nh.us....more
Chestnut Street to close at railroad intersection May 1-3 as part of Downeaster track upgrades

posted on 4/26/2025
Chestnut Street will be closed 24 hours a day at the railroad intersection at Third Street next week from Thursday, May 1 through Saturday, May 3 for track upgrades.
All vehicle traffic will be detoured. The Amtrak Downeaster will maintain a limited schedule, and overnight freight trains will continue during closure.
The closure is part of an overall track upgrade between the Brunswick, Maine and Haverhill, Massachusetts train stations. Work includes replacing roughly 124,000 ties, adding 500 tons of ballast stone per track mile and resurfacing 124 miles of track. The Federal Railroad Administration awarded Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority and CSX a $27 million grant for the upgrades; CSX is funding the rest of the $35 million project.
The Central Avenue crossing will remain open during the Chestnut Street closure. It will be upgraded at a later date that has yet to be determined....more

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