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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 Council proclaims May as Mental Health Awareness Month

posted on 5/3/2025
At a recent City Council meeting, Mayor Robert Carrier read a proclamation recognizing May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of mental health awareness and support in the community.
"Mental health is an essential part of our overall well-being, impacting youth, families, individuals and those who work in our businesses across Dover," the mayor said, reading from the proclamation.
Mayor Carrier presented the proclamation to representatives of the Dover Mental Health Alliance at the April 23 meeting, emphasizing concerning statistics about mental health challenges.
"One in five American adults experiences a mental health condition each year, with one in six American adolescents ages 12 to 17 experiencing a major depressive episode," Carrier said.
The proclamation encourages Dover residents to educate themselves about mental health conditions, challenge stigma through respectful and inclusive language, seek help when needed, and support organizations providing mental health services....more
Downtown light replacement project continues on Tuesday

posted on 5/2/2025
Crews will resume the downtown light replacement project on Tuesday, May 6. This work will block Central Avenue’s left-turning lane onto Third Street during working hours, which is anticipated to continue for three more days.
Motorists will instead be detoured to the Third Street lot just north of the Broadway intersection before the train tracks. Central Avenue’s southbound U-turn lane may also be intermittently closed, though crews plan to keep the lane open. Downtown parking is not expected to be impacted.
The light upgrades the median of Franklin Square is part of an overall project to upgrade aging downtown street lights, many of which were installed in the late 1970s. The goal is also to improve the overall lighting, including around the crosswalks, for improved visibility and pedestrian safety. Two new lights have been installed and are operational in the Central Avenue crosswalk between Third Street and Broadway....more

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