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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 offices closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day

posted on 11/8/2025; updated: 11/10/2025
City administrative offices, including City Hall, will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The Public Library and Dover Community Senior Center will also be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. The McConnell Center, Indoor Pool and Dover Arena will be open during regular hours on Nov. 11.
The Recycling Center on Mast Road is closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Trash pickup and curbside recycling are not affected by the holiday and will follow a regular schedule.
Veterans Day is a parking holiday in Dover. Metered parking is not required on parking holidays for most public parking, except for the Parking Garage and Dover Transportation Lot, which are metered parking at all times....more
Veterans Day ceremony is Nov. 11

posted on 11/7/2025
A Veterans Day ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 at 11 a.m., at Dover Veterans Park.
The ceremony will include an opening prayer, posting of colors, the laying of the wreath, the Dover High School Band, and Dover High School's Navy Junior ROTC. There will also be remarks by various officials, including Mayor Robert Carrier, members of the American Legion, and a guest speaker.
The ceremony is organized by the Dover American Legion, Post 8....more

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