Town of Gorham, NH Information and News

06/18/2026

Scratch Ticket Bingo - 6/22/26 - Doors open at 5:30pm

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06/18/2026

Notice to Residents of Dublin Street, Gorham, NH:

North Country Paving will return tomorrow, Friday, June 19, 2026, to complete the paving on Dublin Street. Main Street traffic will not be impacted. However, the end of Dublin Street may need to be temporarily closed while work is underway.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Please call the Water & Sewer Department office with any questions at 603-466-3302.

06/16/2026

Notice to Residents of Dublin Street:

Starting Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Gorham Water & Sewer Department will be closing the Main Street end of Dublin Street beginning at 6:00 AM. The road will remain closed for the entire day.

This closure is necessary to complete grading and paving work on both Main and Dublin Streets following the damage caused by the May 25, 2026, water main break.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Notices will be hand delivered to residents on Dublin Street.

If you have any questions, please contact the office at 603-466-3302.

06/16/2026

Our Summer Concert Series kicks off tonight (6/16/26) with Limited Commotion starting at 6:30pm. Bring the lawn chairs, a blanket, and the entire family to listen to some great classic rock / country. Remember to support this wonderful series by patronizing our concession stand operated by our own Ageless Adventure group.

06/16/2026

Wayfinding Signage Survey:

At the June 1st public hearing/Wayfinding Signage Project presentation, a survey was developed, and the town is seeking your input. The survey will only take two minutes of our time.

Click on the survey link, you can view the draft signage designs. It is important to get community feedback on what type of signage our community would prefer to see ahead of our June 21st deadline for input.

Thank you in advance for your participation.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=gLOHuczeJEa8I7dF8GOJjGCrhhoXad9AsCVBRk-wWSVUNzRQVTFVQjJBNUUwMlNNOEFLUUw1SDVGQy4u&route=shorturl

06/15/2026

The Town of Gorham will be working to update our Local Emergency Operations Plan. Members of the community are welcome to join us at our meetings as we work on this important task. Our second meeting will be at the Town Hall on Thursday June 25th at 10:00. This update is grant funded by FEMA and NH Homeland Security with 50% of the cost being matched by attendance at the meetings.

06/12/2026

Now Hiring: Chief of Police – Town of Gorham, NH
The Town of Gorham, nestled in the beautiful White Mountains, is seeking a dedicated, community oriented Chief of Police to lead our 7 officer department and 24/7 dispatch center. Our vibrant four season community sees a significant increase in visitors during peak recreation seasons, so strong leadership and engagement are key!
Minimum Requirements:
• NH Police Officer certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• 10+ years law enforcement experience, including 3+ years supervisory/command
• Commitment to community policing and ethical leadership
Competitive salary & benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Start date: September 2026.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, & certifications to Town Manager Joseph Hemmings at [email protected]. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. For the full job posting, please visit our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

06/10/2026

Recent legislation has updated the building and life and safety codes in effect in the State of NH.

The following State Building Codes become effective July 1, 2026 with a 6-month grace period:

International Building Code 2024 (IBC) with NH amendments
International Existing Building Code 2024 (IEBC) with NH amendments
International Energy Conservation Code 2018 (IECC) with NH amendments
International Mechanical Code 2024 (IMC) with NH amendments
International Plumbing Code 2024 (IPC) with NH amendments
International Residential Code 2024 (IRC) with NH amendments
International Swimming Pool and Spa Code 2024 (ISPSC) with NH amendments
National Electrical Code 2023 (NEC)

The following State Fire Codes will be in effect as of July 27th, 2026 with no grace period:

NFPA 1 2024 with NH amendments.
NFPA 101 2024 with NH amendments.
Through adoption all NFPA codes listed within the above documents have also been updated.

Further information including links to the amendments can be found at the following link:

https://www.firemarshal.dos.nh.gov/amendments-exhibits-board-fire-control

As a reminder, all construction, remodeling, roofing, window replacement etc. require a permit which can be obtained at the Town Hall. All electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work performed by a licensed contractor also requires a permit prior to the start of work.

Further questions can be directed to the Fire Chief/Code Enforcement Officer at the Fire Station during weekday business hours, by email [email protected] by phone at 603-466-2549.

This page is a resource for seeing the most up-to-date information about amendments to the fire code. The exhibits on this page do not necessarily mean the board has approved, in whole or in part, the proposed changes.

06/05/2026

The schedule for this year’s 4th of July Celebration is out! Many great events with the carnival and all the fair food you can eat!

05/29/2026

The Gorham Water & Sewer Department would like to share an update on the continued work stemming from the recent water main break at the Dublin/Main Street intersection.

Crews removed the asphalt on Dublin Street, thoroughly inspected and compacted the subsurface, and brought in new gravel to stabilize and level the roadway. Dublin Street has now been reopened to traffic. Final paving will take place once contractor quotes are obtained and a schedule is set.