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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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Video tour of Library renovation project

posted on 11/18/2025
A video of a recent tour of the Dover Public Library renovation project was released this week, highlighting the many changes occurring inside and outside the historic building.
The library has been closed since January 2025 for a significant renovation project that will add accessible entrances and programming space. The historic front façade of the building will remain unchanged, as will its detailed woodworking throughout.
The new addition on the parking lot side of the library will create two entrances: One for the Children’s section on the ground floor and another for the main library section on the first floor.
During the renovation project, library operations have been moved to the McConnell Center. Adult services are located in the cafeteria, and Children's services are in Room 305. Library events occur in Room 306....more
Dover dedicates Captain Jack T. Casey Memorial Bridge

posted on 11/17/2025
The City of Dover formally dedicated the Washington Street Bridge on Saturday, Nov. 8, as the Captain Jack T. Casey Memorial Bridge, honoring a hometown Marine who died in a 2024 training accident.
The ceremony began at the Rotary Arts Pavilion at Henry Law Park and concluded with the unveiling of the new bridge sign over the Cochecho River.
“Today, we honor a son of Dover, a young man whose courage, kindness and love for his country and community left a mark that will never fade,” Mayor Robert Carrier said. “This bridge, connecting both sides of our city, reminds us that Jack was someone who built connections, who lifted people up, who made every place he touched a little stronger and a little better.”
Gov. Kelly Ayotte told the Casey family that the state stands with them in gratitude and remembrance.
“Captain Casey represented the very best of New Hampshire,” Ayotte said. “Every person who crosses this bridge will see his name and be reminded that we are only free as a country because of men and women like Captain Jack Casey, those willing to serve our country and something bigger than themselves.”...more

Planning Board meeting, 11/18/2025

The regular meeting of the Dover Planning Board on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025.

posted on: 11/19/2025

On the Agenda: Zoning Board of Adjustment, 11/20/2025

In this video, Zoning Administrator Paul Crouser reviews what's on the agenda at the next Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.

posted on: 11/18/2025

School Board special session, 11/17/2025

The special session of the Dover School Board on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. The topic of the special session was the initial presentation of the proposed FY2027 budget.

posted on: 11/18/2025

Library Renovation Update, November 2025

Library and construction officials lead a virtual tour of the renovation and expansion of the Dover Public Library.

posted on: 11/12/2025

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