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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.
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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
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The City of Dover, NHboasts superior municipal services, an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, and numerous cultural destinations and events.
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The City of Dover, NHis the fastest-growing city in New Hampshire.
Source: U.S. Census
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The City of Dover, NHis home to a vibrant and thriving business community.
Latest news
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Dover Community Power: How to opt out or "opt up"
posted on 2/6/2026
New electricity rates for Dover Community Power take effect on Feb. 1, 2026. While eligible residents are automatically enrolled in the standard Community Power plan, participation is entirely voluntary. Residents have the right to change their electricity supplier at any time with no penalty.
The process to change is straightforward. Using your current Eversource account number, you may opt out and return to Eversource’s default supply service, or switch to a third-party competitive supplier through the online portal or by phone.
Additionally, Dover Community Power offers choices for cleaner energy. You can "opt up" to a plan with significantly higher percentages of renewable or green energy than standard utility plans.
Regardless of who supplies your power — Dover Community Power, Eversource, or another provider — Eversource will continue to deliver electricity to your home and send you one single monthly bill....more
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Central Avenue work to begin Feb. 9
posted on 2/4/2026
A city contractor will begin upgrading the Waldron Court pedestrian crossing at Central Avenue on Monday, Feb. 9. Construction will continue Monday-Friday through mid-April, though no work will occur on Friday, Feb. 13. This project will construct curb bump-outs to reduce the crossing distance on Central Avenue, improving pedestrian visibility in a high-traffic area. New lighting will also be installed to enhance visibility, as well as new drainage infrastructure. The pedestrian crossing at Waldron Court will be shifted slightly to align with Waldron Court. Parking spaces will also be adjusted slightly, with two spaces being permanently eliminated.
When work begins, motorists should anticipate delays through the project area during construction hours, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Lane shifts and closures during construction hours are anticipated; flaggers will be present to assist with traffic flow. Parking will also be restricted in the project area during construction hours. Waldron Court and sidewalks in the area are expected to be open for the duration of the project, except for brief closures for the installation of lighting infrastructure....more
City Council workshop, 2/4/2026
The workshop session of the Dover City Council on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026.
posted on: 2/5/2026
On the Agenda: Planning Board, 2/10/2026
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, Feb. 10, 2026.
posted on: 2/5/2026
