Rochester, MN

News

• Rochester Public Transit suspends fare collection to protect drivers and community

  Beginning today, Rochester Public Transit (RPT) is suspending fare collection aboard on all buses and routes and requiring passengers to board and exit the bus using the rear door.

• Rochester Fire Department protects community, teammates by implementing new PPE protocol

  As COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the country and here in Minnesota, the Rochester Fire Department (RFD) is taking additional steps to slow the spread of the virus in our community.

• Rochester Police Department Animal Control to assist in pet food delivery

  “What about the pets?” For those who are home-bound and at-risk during the pandemic, this is another question many may be asking. The Rochester Police Department Animal Control and Rochester Pet & Country Store are offering a solution: home delivery.

• Rochester Police Department’s message to victims of domestic violence and abuse: “We are here for you. We are here to help.”

  Echoing the message of many who feel concern for those who are at home and finding themselves victims of domestic violence, the Rochester Police Department has released an informational video in hopes its message will reach victims and encourage them to seek help.