Portsmouth Police Department Seeks Community Feedback Through Citizen Survey by Oct. 31
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Police Department is inviting community members to share their experiences, opinions and feedback through its 2026 Citizen Survey. Conducted every two years, the survey helps the department better understand how the community views its work, identify areas for improvement and strengthen communication between the department and the people it serves. The Portsmouth Police Department is especially encouraging local business owners and members of the business community to
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City Announces Trick-or-Treat Hours and Fall Events
PORTSMOUTH, NH — The City of Portsmouth Recreation Department and Portsmouth Public Library are offering events and activities to celebrate fall and Halloween. The City’s trick-or-treat hours are 5 to 8 pm Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. The Portsmouth Police Department reminds drivers to watch for trick-or-treaters and increased traffic that evening. Other City events and activities include:Annual Children’s Costume Swap: The swap runs from October 4 to 29 at the Portsmouth Public Library, located at 175 Parrott
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Portsmouth, NH Department of Public Works Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Oct. 24, 2026
PORTSMOUTH – The City of Portsmouth Department of Public Works will hold its semiannual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 at the Public Works facility at 680 Peverly Hill Road. Residents of Portsmouth, New Castle, and Newington are encouraged to bring household chemicals for safe disposal between 8 a.m. and noon. Collection Day is organized as a drive-through service. Residents remain in their vehicles and pull through the Public Works garage, where staff will remove
Portsmouth Walking Tour on Friday, 9/18: Urban Design Projects and Creating a Master Plan for Market Square
Portsmouth Walking Tour Sep 18 Portsmouth Walking Tour: Urban Design Projects and Creating a Master Plan for Market Square Please join us for a walking tour of unique spaces featuring projects under construction, completed work, and new projects envisioned in Portsmouth’s Historic Downtown. Location & Schedule - Friday, September 18th, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Rain or Shine · Starting location Portsmouth Public Library – Levenson Room. · Public parking is available at the library, along
