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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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State of the City forum now available to watch on DoverTV, online

posted on 4/22/2026
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the City forum on April 15 at Cochecho Country Club, bringing together city and regional leaders to discuss transportation and Dover’s future growth.
The program featured a keynote presentation from Planning and Community Development Director Donna Benton, who outlined how the city’s Master Plan guides long-term development, including the upcoming update to the transportation chapter. Benton was joined by Patricia Quinn of the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority and Rad Nichols of COAST, who shared insights on rail and bus service across the region.
The discussion focused on how Dover’s growth, shifting commuting patterns, and evolving transportation needs are shaping planning efforts, with an emphasis on walkability, traffic management, and access to regional transit options.
The full program is airing on DoverTV and is available to watch online in 4K...more
City Council to consider McConnell Center HVAC upgrades, infrastructure funding

posted on: 4/20/2026
The City Council will consider funding for major upgrades at the McConnell Center, along with several infrastructure and planning-related items, during its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
The Council is expected to take up two related items involving the McConnell Center’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, including a Capital Improvements Program (CIP) appropriation and an energy performance contract resolution.
The proposed HVAC project is part of a broader, phased effort to modernize systems at the McConnell Center. Under the energy savings performance contract, the City would partner with Energy Efficient Investments of Merrimack to complete Phase 2B of the project, which includes boiler replacement, heat pump upgrades, cooling tower replacement, gym dehumidification improvements, and controls upgrades. The work is designed to address aging infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, and reduce long-term operating costs.
The HVAC upgrades are expected to generate ongoing energy savings once completed....more

City Council meeting, 4/22/2026

The regular meeting of the Dover City Council on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

posted on: 4/23/2026

Waterfront Advisory Committee, 4/21/2026

The regular meeting of the Cochecho Waterfront Development Advisory Committee on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

posted on: 4/22/2026

On the Agenda: Planning Board, 4/28/2026

In this video, Director of Planning and Community Development Donna Benton reviews what's on the agenda at the next Planning Board meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

posted on: 4/22/2026

State of the City 2026

The 2026 State of the City forum, held April 15 at the Cochecho Country Club focused on “Getting from Here to There” and the future of transportation in the region.
Director of Planning and Community Development Donna Benton was joined by Rad Nichols of COAST Bus and Patricia Quinn of the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA).

posted on: 4/15/2026

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