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.

Latest news

Trick-or-Treat in Dover is Oct. 30

posted on: 10/21/2026
Trick-or-Treat in Dover is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., the day before Halloween, as is the tradition in Dover.
For more information, contact the Recreation Department at 603-516-6401....more
Supervisors of the Checklist in session Oct. 26

posted on 10/20/2026
The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet on Monday, Oct. 26, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, 288 Central Ave.
During this session, supervisors register new voters, record changes of address, and make other necessary corrections to the checklist.
This will be the last day for residents to register to vote before the Nov. 3 General Election. Residents who need to register to vote and miss this deadline will register on Election Day at their polling place.
For more information, contact the City Clerk's office at 603-516-6018....more

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