Choose Rochester, NH Podcast
1) Why Volunteers Matter: A Conversation with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville
In this episode, Matt talks with SHARE Fund Chairman Jerry Rainville about the mission of the SHARE Fund and the critical role volunteers play in sustaining its work. Jerry also reflects on the broade...Show More
2) Downtown Riverwalk
In this episode, Matt talks with Rochester City Councilor and Chair of the Riverwalk Committee David Walker about the history of Rochester’s Riverwalk, its past successes, current initiatives, future ...Show More
3) RSA 79-E
In this episode, Matt sits down with Economic Development Director Michael Scala and Chief Assessor Marybeth Walker to explore how Rochester uses RSA 79-E, a state program that offers tax incentives t...Show More
4) Tracy Hardekopf, Rochester Rotary
In this episode, Matt chats with Tracy Hardekopf, president of the Rochester Rotary Club, about what it means to be involved in Rotary. They discuss how to join if you’re interested in giving back to ...Show More
5) Jeff Bisson
In this episode, Matt talks to Rochester Main Street Executive Director Jeff Bisson to discuss downtown Rochester, recent Halloween events, and everything the nonprofit has planned for the upcoming ho...Show More
6) State of the City 2025
In this special episode, Mayor Paul Callaghan and City Manager Katie Ambrose highlight the City of Rochester’s recent achievements, discuss ongoing challenges, and provide an overall status update for...Show More
7) Plan Your Escape
Children regularly practice fire drills at school, but many families overlook planning at home, where most fires actually happen. In this episode, Maria Busuito shares crucial tips from the Rochester ...Show More
8) Interim Superintendent Jared Fulgoni
In this episode, hear Interim Superintendent Jared Fulgoni introduce himself to City Council on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Fulgoni, 58, lives in Eliot, Maine. He earned a Master of Education from the Uni...Show More
9) Inside Rochester’s Community Development Division
In this episode, Matt talks with Kay Wright, Community Development Coordinator for the City of Rochester. They discuss the role of the Community Development Division within the Economic Development De...Show More
10) Veterans Council Member Briefs City Council on Memorial Day Plans
During the City Council Workshop on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Mayor Paul Callaghan welcomed Carlton Cooper of the Rochester Veterans Council to speak about the upcoming Memorial Day activities.