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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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Dover High School breaks ground on Athletic Complex overhaul

posted on 12/5/2025
City and school officials, students and community members gathered Wednesday, Dec. 3, to break ground on the overhaul of the Dover High School Athletic Complex.
The ceremony at Dunaway Field marked the official start of construction on the more than $18 million project, which includes replacing the track, reconfiguring fields, and building a new synthetic turf baseball and multi-sport field. Work is expected to continue through winter, with the goal of opening at least part of the complex for fall 2026 sports, officials said.
Joint Building Committee Chair and City Councilor Fergus Cullen opened the ceremony by emphasizing the value of athletics and youth programs.
“A lot of the adults here would point to a teacher or a coach who played that role in their lives, and so it's appropriate we're here at a school to get this athletic field going and underway with this official groundbreaking,” Cullen said.
Cullen also recognized the work of committee members and project partners, noting their efforts allowed construction to begin before winter conditions set in. “They have really delivered on behalf of our community,” he said. ...more
Tri-City Mayors share holiday cheer with reading of 'The Mitten'

posted on 12/5/2025
The Tri-City mayors of Dover, Rochester and Somersworth continued a seasonal tradition by gathering to read the classic children’s book "The Mitten" and share warm holiday wishes with residents across the region.
Somersworth Mayor Matt Gerding, Dover Mayor Robert Carrier, and Rochester Mayor Paul Callaghan appear together in the video, offering greetings before taking turns reading Jan Brett’s beloved winter tale about a lost mitten, a determined boy, and the woodland animals who find shelter inside it.
The joint reading, shared with all three communities, highlights the mayors’ ongoing commitment to spreading goodwill during the holiday season. After the story, each mayor offers personal messages of cheer.
The full video of the reading can be viewed here....more

On the Agenda: Planning Board, 12/9/2025

In this video, Director of Planning and Community Development Donna Benton reviews what's on the agenda at the next Planning Board meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2025.

posted on: 12/8/2025

City Council and School Board, 12/3/2025

The joint workshop session of the Dover City Council and School Board on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. The topic of the workshop was the proposed FY2027 budget and tax cap calculation.

posted on: 12/4/2025

City Council workshop, 12/3/2025

The workshop session of the Dover City Council on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. The topic of the workshop was the proposed FY2027-32 Capital Improvements Program.

posted on: 12/4/2025

Dover Holiday Parade, 11/30/2025

The annual Holiday Parade, held on Sunday, Nov. 30. This year's parade was organized by Cochecho Friends.

posted on: 12/1/2025

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