February 2026

Boards & Committee Meetings this Month

For more information and to register online vist our website.

Department of Public Works

Stay connected by signing up for City announcements and reminders of upcoming Holiday Residential Trash and Recycling collection schedules. Use the following link to sign up and stay close to City residential solid waste trash schedules: https://www.somersworthnh.gov/subscribe. 

When Do Parking Bans Occur?

The Department of Public Works generally will call for a City-wide parking ban whenever the predicted snow fall is 3” or greater. While other factors are used in making this determination, you can generally count on a City-wide parking ban due to a pending snow storm event with a forecast of 3” of snow or greater. The parking ban is needed to allow for City plow equipment to clear a street safely and effectively from snow and enable public safety vehicles (police and fire equipment) school buses, delivery trucks and average motorist, to access both travel lanes of the street. Time of day when the parking ban is imposed is subject to when snow storm starts and ends among other factors.

Residents and commercial property owners are reminded that the City Ordinance (Chapter 12, Streets and Sidewalks, Section 12.5 - Snow and Ice) prohibits anyone from depositing ice or snow from private property onto the City streets or sidewalks. Residents and commercial property owners are asked to remind their private snow plow operators that the snow from their driveways or parking lots may not be pushed into the City streets or sidewalks. This activity inhibits pedestrians from safely accessing those City sidewalks, forcing them to walk in the streets, which is an unsafe situation. Public Works staff will be monitoring compliance throughout the City and will be paying particularly close attention to businesses and retail properties along the High Street corridor.

Somersworth Police Department

For more information about Jessica’s Law you can visit: https://courts-state-nh-us.libguides.com/blog/Finding-Jessicas-Law

For more information about the change in NH state inspections, please visit: https://www.dmv.nh.gov/vehicles-boats-and-titles/inspections-emissions

For more information on ice safety, visit the NH Fish and Game website at https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/get-outside/stay-safe-ice

For more information about the “Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2025” and other information on IRS scams or to report a scam, go to: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/dirty-dozen-tax-scams-for-2025-irs-warns-taxpayers-to-watch-out-for-dangerous-threats

We send out Nixle Alerts for parking bans and other important information to cell phones and emails. You can sign up for free Nixle at www.Nixle.com.

Somersworth Police Facebook Page

Check out Somersworth Police Department’s Facebook page. We use it to let you know about important community information including crime information, road closures, snow emergencies/ parking bans, and community events. Here is the link:  https://www.facebook.com/SomersworthPoliceDepartment/

Somersworth Crime Line: You can leave crime tips or anonymous information at 603-692-9111

Somersworth Fire Department

Winter Safety

Winter is a fun time for many who enjoy the outdoors, while others would prefer the comfort of their warm home. Keep your home and yourself warm and safe during the cold winter months by following these few safety measures.

Electrical Portable Heaters

• Only plug the heater directly into an outlet. Do NOT plug it into an extension cord or power strip.
• Place the heater on a flat surface.
• Make sure the heater has an auto shut-off in the event the unit tips over.
• Keep the heater at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn such as, curtains, furniture, clothing.
• Do not run the heater while you are sleeping.

Thawing Frozen Pipes

• First, check with a neighbor to see if they’re experiencing the same issue. If they have a loss of water too, it may be the result of a water main break. But if they have running water, it’s likely your pipes have frozen.
• Turn off the water immediately at the main shut off valve.
• Open the faucet so that water will flow through the pipe once the area is melted. This will help melt more ice.
• Apply heat to or around the pipe using a hair dryer. Keep all sources of heat away from flammable materials and do NOT use any open flame devices, kerosene heaters, or blow torches.
• Once pipes are thawed, slowly turn water back on and check all joints for leaks and other areas for cracks that may have occurred as a result of the freeze.
• Call a plumber if you need assistance.

Drive Safely in the Snow

Driving in the winter means changes in the way you drive. Snow, sleet, and ice can lead to hazardous road conditions. Prepare your vehicle for the winter season and drive for the conditions. Preparing your vehicles includes checking the air pressure in your tires, checking the antifreeze and battery levels, and have an emergency kit including a shovel and blankets.

Avoid Shoveling and Snow blowing Injuries

Snow shoveling or using a snowblower are among winter's most grueling activities. High levels of activity in cold temperatures put many people at risk of heart attack, especially those that have inactive lifestyles. Seek immediate medical attention as necessary.

Treat Hypothermia and Frostbite Immediately

Use first aid to help someone who may have hypothermia or frostbite. The American Red Cross provides the following guidance for hypothermia and frostbite first aid.

Hypothermia

• CALL 9-1-1.
• Gently move the person to a warm place.
• Monitor breathing and circulation.
• Give rescue breathing and CPR if needed.
• Remove any wet clothing and dry the person.
• Warm the person slowly by wrapping in blankets or by putting dry clothing on the person.
• Hot water bottles and chemical hot packs may be used when first wrapped in a towel or blanket before applying. Do not warm the person too quickly, such as by immersing them in warm water.
• Warm the core first (trunk, abdomen), not the extremities (hands, feet).

Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide detectors save lives. Every year, hundreds of people die and tens of thousands are treated for carbon monoxide poisoning.  The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often described as “flu-like” – headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain and confusion. 

For more information about any of the Recreation Department Programs please call (603) 692-9507 or (603) 692-9508.

Featured Program:

Nailed It!



Wednesday, February 25

5:30 PM

Get ready for a sweet challenge! Join us for an all-ages cupcake decorating contest where participants will try to recreate a cupcake from their age-group challenge card.

This year, we'll be joined by special guest judges from Aldrnari Bakery and Third Space Bakery!

We only have space for 32 participants, so be sure to register online today!

February Book Groups

The library offers book groups that meet regularly. All community members are welcome to join. For more details about these groups, please visit our website.

Fiction Book Group

Tuesday, February 10 5:30 PM

The Stationery Shop

by Marjan Kamali

Cookbook Club

Saturday, February 21 11 AM

Good Lookin' Cookin' by Dolly Parton

Non-Fiction Book Club

Tuesday, February 24 5:30 PM

Topic: Remarkable Women

Did you know we have discounted museum passes available for our patrons? You can reserve the passes ahead of time so that you're well prepared for your excursion. Current available passes include:

• SEE Science Center
• New England Aquarium
• Bedrock Gardens
• Children's Museum of NH
• Seacoast Science Center
• NH State Parks
• Strawbery Banke

• Access to Libby, a free app where you can enjoy e-books, digital audiobooks, and magazines using your Library card
• Access to Hoopla, a free media streaming platform for audiobooks, comics, e-books, movies, music, and TV
• Access to ABCMouse, a digital education program for children ages 2–8, which can be used on any computer within the Library
• Laptops for in-Library use
• 4 iPads available for checkout by any Somersworth Public Library patron
• Wii gaming system, which is always available for use in our Young Adult section
• Seed Library and Plant Propagation station, giving patrons access to a living Library of items at no cost 

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Somersworth Festival Association