City of Dover NH

Join the Dover Senior Center for an informational talk on the Seacoast Wheelers on Thurs, May 7 at 11:30 am in the McConnell Center. Meet the volunteers, see an adapted bike, learn about the program, and how you can participate. RSVP to Linda Jarvis at 603-516-6420.

Author Dan Lawton will join Dover Literary Laureate Shane Morin for a conversation at the Dover High School Auditorium on Thursday, May 7, at 7 p.m. Lawton’s novel The Green House won the 2021 NH Writers’ Project Fiction Award and other honors. Free and open to the public.

Water service impacts tonight 9p to 2a related to the Central Ave water main project, including outages, reduced pressure. Affected areas include: • Central Avenue, from Broadway to Abbey Sawyer Memorial Drive • Abbey Sawyer Memorial Drive • Mount Vernon Street • Park Street

Want to work for the City of Dover? The City's website offers a list of open positions and employment application. Open positions include: 🔸Engineering Intern 🔸Utility Systems IT Technician 🔸Fire/Life Safety Inspector 🔸Parking Enforcement Officer More: ow.ly/XOki50NLwwA

COAST (Cooperative Alliance for Seacoast Transportation) will hold a public hearing on a proposed fare increase May 7, 12–1 p.m., at Community Action Partnership of Strafford County, 577 Central Ave. Comments due May 29. Learn more at: coastbus.org/upcomingservic…

Last week, 47% of respondents to the Question of the Week said they were very satisfied or satisfied with opportunities to provide input on city decisions, while the remaining 53% said they were somewhat satisfied or not satisfied. Answer this week's poll: polco.us/mvqqrw

The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Raffle & Auction on Thursday, May 7, at Revo Casino and Social House. Each $50 ticket enters you for a chance to win $10,000. Proceeds support community events. Learn more and purchase a ticket at: dovernh.org/raffle

The City Council will hold a workshop on Wednesday, May 6, to receive updates on housing report recommendations, the closure of dredge cell, and redevelopment at Maglaras Park. The workshop begins at 7 p.m. in City Hall's Council Chambers. View agenda: ow.ly/tVlK50YTMVz

The City Council has proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The City recognizes the work of the Dover Mental Health Alliance and reaffirms its commitment to reducing stigma and supporting mental wellness. The City Hall clock tower will be lit green all month.

A Strafford County Superior Court judge has granted the Dover School District a preliminary injunction requiring SchoolCare to continue paying health care claims while a legal dispute over a $1.7M special assessment proceeds. Learn more: dover.nh.gov/services/onlin…

Today is Dover Pride Clean Up Day from 8 a.m. to noon. Join us to beautify the city. Volunteers bring your own rakes, gloves, and gardening tools. Free pizza lunch at 11:30 a.m. from Kendall Pond Pizza. Learn more and register at: ow.ly/7Fua50YTKv4

The third annual Power of an Hour community cleanup on April 25 brought out more than 400 volunteers. In honor of Earth Day, participants removed nearly two tons of litter in just one hour. Thank you to the event organizers and everyone who helped keep Dover clean and green! 🌱

The NH Maker Fest is Saturday, June 6, from 10 am to 3 pm at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. This daylong festival invites all ages to explore the creativity and ingenuity of area makers, artists, scientists, chefs, performers and more. More info: childrens-museum.org/programs/nh-ma…

Join the Dover Public Library on May 8 at 10:30 am for a virtual program with “America’s Preeminent Presidential Doodler,” Heather Rogers. This month focuses on James Monroe, who wore knee breeches and stockings long after they were cool. Register: ow.ly/vwLU50YRjGs

Did you know the Dover Community Trail is a pedestrian and bicycle-friendly path that follows a former railroad bed through much of the City? Rural extensions of the trail provide opportunities for bicycling, hiking, bird watching, and fishing. ow.ly/Kefy50Sv36q

Supervisors of the Checklist begin annual voter checklist verification on Thurs, May 14. Voters inactive for 5+ years will receive a removal notice with re-registration instructions. Register at the City Clerk’s Office or at the polls. Next election: Sept. 8, 2026 State Primary.

In the latest episode of the Dover Download podcast, Deputy City Manager Christopher Parker chats with returning City Attorney Joshua Wyatt and new Fire Chief Brendan Driscoll. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at bit.ly/4sVRVgk

The City of Dover is accepting bids for the following projects: ✔️HVAC Preventive Maintenance & Repair Services ✔️Specialized Municipal Legal Services ✔️Two Six-Wheel Dump Trucks Current bid documents can be accessed at: ow.ly/QEwj50XtQi1

Reminder! It's time to renew dog licenses. Did you know you can renew online? Make sure you have your current dog license number and proof of rabies information available. Dogs must be licensed by April 30 to avoid a late fee. ow.ly/Yzjb50YRlVY

Have a question, idea, or concern you’d like to share? Join Mayor Dennis Shanahan for monthly office hours at City Hall. The next session is Thurs, April 30, @ 5:30 pm in the Council Conference Room. For more info, contact Mayor Shanahan at 603-534-3750 or d.shanahan@dover.nh.gov