Latest News and Public Notices from the Town of Exeter, NH

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2025 Town Election Results
Tue 3/11/25

2025 Town Election Results

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Park Street Bridge Closure
Wed 3/5/25

Effective February 12, 2025, the Park Street Bridge is CLOSED until further notice due to the failure of a section of the wooden bridge deck. Please avoid the area and use alternative routes. NHDOT has been notified and will be assessing the situation.

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The Exeter Biweekly Report - Town Updates from Exeter TV
Fri 2/28/25

Exeter, NH - March 14th, 2025:In this edition of the report, we recap what happened at the polls Tuesday night, the Exeter Fire Department rescue a dog from the river, what to expect from Youth Art Month, a goodbye letter to Andy Swanson, and a look into the towns 250th Commission...

 

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Winter Weather Advisory - 02/27/25
Wed 2/26/25

SNOW & RAIN EXPECTED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27th.

Light snow will move into the area after midnight, with an inch or so of accumulation before the Thursday morning commute. The snow will change to rain mid to late morning, before ending late in the day.

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Curbside Collection
Fri 2/14/25

The Town of Exeter provides curbside collection for household trash, recyclables, bulky waste, and seasonal leaf/grass pickup through Waste Management (WM) of New Hampshire.

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New Online Burn Permit System
Mon 1/27/25

The Exeter Fire Department recently worked with the NH Division of Forest and Lands to allow residents to obtain burn permits online. Residents wishing to have a fire can simply visit nh.burnsafeamerica.com and click Purchase Permit.

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Swasey Parkway Re-opening Postponed
Tue 12/10/24

Due to forecasted hazardous weather, the National Weather Service has issued a Flood and High Wind Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning for Exeter and surrounding communities.

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SAU 16 School Candidates
Fri 12/6/24

If you are interested in filing for a candidate position for the SAU 16 School District, please return your candidate filing form in person to:

Exeter Town Clerk's Office
10 Front Street
Exeter, NH 03833

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Scheduled Maintenance on Town Clerk Software
Tue 11/19/24

Due to scheduled maintenance, on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024,  Marriage licenses, certified copies, and all other vital record transactions will not be available in the Town Clerk's office. 

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Hampton Road and High Street Cross Country Sewer Maintenance
Fri 11/15/24

The Exeter Public Works Department will be mowing the cross-country sewer main along the Town’s right-of-way from Phinney Lane to Gilman Lane. This work is set to begin on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Mowing will be performed during the day between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Weather permitting this work will take approximately two (2 ) weeks to complete. The equipment to be used will be a mini-tracked excavator with a flail mower. The work is expected to be finished by November 26th, weather permitting. Abutters of this project will be notified.

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Lead Service Line Inventory
Fri 11/15/24

The Exeter Water Department needs your assistance! Notices were mailed out to certain water service residents with unknown water service line material. The steps below will help you locate your water service and help determine the water service’s pipe material. 

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NHSaves Button Up Workshop - Improve Your Homes Energy Efficiency
Wed 11/13/24

The Exeter Energy Committee and Exeter Public Library are presenting this free workshop for residents on Tuesday November 19th from 6:00-7:30pm.

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New Fence at Pairpoint Park
Thu 11/7/24

A new fence was installed at the future site of Pairpoint Park on Thursday, November 7th, 2024. Several departments including Planning, Parks & Rec, Building, and Public Works joined members of the Pairpoint Park Stakeholders Committee, and other community members to take down the old dilapidated fence located at 23 Water Street to open up the beautiful river views hidden for many years.

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2024 General Election Results
Tue 11/5/24

Results from Exeter, NH for the 2024 State General and Presidential Election have now been posted. 

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What do you want to see in Pairpoint Park?
Mon 11/4/24

The Pairpoint Park Stakeholders Advisory Committee wants to hear from you: What do you want to see in the newly acquired vacant lot at 23 Water Street? 

 

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Heartsaver CPR/AED Class
Thu 10/31/24

In our effort to continue to provide community-based CPR and AED programs to give our local citizens the life-saving skills they may need in a medical emergency, we’re pleased to announce that our next "Heartsaver CPR/AED" class will be held on Wednesday, November 20, from 6-9 p.m.

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Paving
Tue 10/29/24

10/26/24: On Tuesday, 10/29 - The paving crew will be grinding Water Street near #277.
Wednesday, 10/30 - The paving crew will pave near #277 Water St, and grind the pavement near the IOKA (detour in place).
Thursday, 10/31 - Paving crew will pave near the IOKA (detour in place).

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Water Main Flushing
Thu 10/24/24

Water main flushing is complete for 2024.

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Transfer Station
Mon 10/14/24

Permit Requirement: Per Town Ordinance (Chapter 11 - 1101.1), Transfer Station permits must be affixed to the inside lower left corner of the vehicle's windshield for entry validation and traffic flow.

Annual Permit: $20
5-Day Permit: $5

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Transfer Station
Mon 10/14/24

Transfer Station Permit Reminder:  As stated in the Town Ordinance (chapter 11 - 1101.1) Transfer Station permits must be affixed to the windshield, on the inside lower left corner, of each resident's vehicle. This allows the attendant to validate entry and improve traffic flow.

2025 Transfer Station permits are now available for purchase!

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Epping Road TIF Project Construction Updates
Thu 9/19/24
Epping Road Widening - Continental Drive to Cronin Road
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2024 Exeter Electric Vehicle Expo
Wed 9/18/24

Sunday, September 29, 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM  

Location:  Exeter Town Hall and Bandstand 

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Exeter at High Risk for EEE
Wed 9/11/24

Exeter, NH - September 11th, 2024: In response to recent human cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in neighboring communities, the town of Exeter has now been placed in the “High Risk” category for potential exposure to the rare but serious mosquito-borne virus. 

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Exeter Hospital Terminates ALS Service
Tue 9/10/24

Exeter, NH - September 10th, 2024: The following is a message from the Exeter Fire Department:

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2024 State Primary Election Results
Tue 9/10/24

Results from Exeter, NH for the 2024 State Primary Election have now been posted. 

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