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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.

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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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Council workshop to focus on switch to trash toters, water system

posted on 8/31/2026
The City Council will hold a workshop session on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, starting at 7 p.m. in City Hall Chambers.
The Council will receive updates on the city’s conversion from the current curbside collection of pay-as-you-throw trash bags to using toters for trash and recycling. The new toter system will begin on July 1, 2027, when the city’s curbside trash and recycling contractor, Waste Management, will use robotic arms on collection trucks to empty the contents. The update will include a review of a draft ordinance on the use of toters, which has been endorsed by the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. The current timetable for adopting the ordinance change would begin at the City Council’s Sept. 9, 2026 meeting with a first reading of the ordinance, followed by a public hearing and a possible ratification vote at the City Council’s Sept. 23, 2026 meeting.
The City Council will also receive an update on the public water system, including a discussion on aquifer levels, affects from the ongoing drought, and the recent call for voluntary water conservation....more
City urges water conservation amid ongoing drought conditions

posted on 8/25/2026
The City of Dover urges residents and businesses to voluntary reduce water consumption due to the ongoing regional drought conditions. These voluntary measures will remain in place until drought conditions improve.
While many communities across the region implemented mandatory water restrictions, the city anticipates voluntary water use reductions will be sufficient, said Community Services Director John Storer, who oversees the city's water system.
"We've been fortunate to make it through the bulk of the summer without requesting any use restrictions, but we're starting to feel the effects of the extended regional drought," Storer said. "Cutting back on lawn irrigation and other water-intensive activities will go a long way in ensuring the city has enough water for everyone, including our firefighters when they need it most."
Current aquifer levels will be discussed at the City Council's workshop on the city's water utility system, which will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026....more

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