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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.

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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City of Dover, surrounding towns, to hold Household Hazardous Waste Day Aug. 23

posted on 7/28/2025
The City of Dover, along with the towns of Rollinsford, Lee and Madbury, will hold a Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the City's Community Services facility, 271 Mast Road. The event is for residents only, and proof of residency is required.
The goal of Hazardous Waste Collection Day is to allow for the proper disposal of household hazardous materials. Residents of the four communities can bring household hazardous waste to Community Services for safe disposal.
The following household waste will be accepted: fertilizer with acids; bathroom cleaners; brush cleaner; pesticides; car waxes/polish; disinfectants; corrosives; fungicides; creosote; furniture polish paint/stain/finish; insect spray; driveway sealers/tar; metal polish (lead and oil-based); lighter fluid; flea powder; mothballs; rust preventatives; pest strips/traps; gasoline; oven cleaners; solvents; pesticides; radiator flush; photo chemicals; thinner/turpentine; poisons; roofing tar; rug cleaner; wood preservatives; pool chemicals; and wood strippers. Empty containers are not hazardous. Please dispose of them in your regular trash.
Explosives, asbestos, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, propane tanks, latex paint, waste oil and antifreeze will not be accepted....more
Garrison Hill water tank back in service

posted on 7/25/2025
The City of Dover’s 4-million-gallon water tank on Garrison Hill is back online as of Thursday afternoon, improving Dover’s water storage capacity to 5 million gallons. The city is no longer requesting residents to conserve water by reducing or eliminating outdoor irrigation, though mindful water use is always encouraged.
The $2.88 million rehabilitation of the Garrison Hill water tank project began in March, the first time the critical infrastructure workhorse had been drained, inspected and repaired since it was built in 1968. The tank was originally projected to be online in June before the start of the high-demand summer season; however, higher-than-normal spring precipitation created additional moisture and condensation within the tank, delaying aspects of the project.
The rehabilitation began with a structural analysis. Crews then repaired the tank’s walls, dome, and floor, and applied specialized coatings and sealants. In addition to structural repairs, the city has replaced piping and installed a new mixing unit to improve water quality. The project contractor will continue to complete the remaining project work in the coming weeks.
For more information, contact Community Services at 603-516-6450....more

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