In this episode, Matt sits down with Rochester City Councilor Chuck Creteau to discuss the proposal to rename Shaw Park at City Hall as Veterans Park in honor of those who served. Creteau shares his experience working with veterans, explains why recognizing their service is so important to the community, and offers a brief history of the honor roll located in front of City Hall.

In this episode, Matt sits down with Teen Librarian Amy Lemelin, Rochester Public Library, to talk about the upcoming YA Author Fair and the many activities happening in the library’s Teen Room. The YA Author Fair will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m. in the Community Room, featuring local young adult authors Terry Farrish, Ron Kaiser, J.R. Rainville, and Adi Rule as they discuss the stories behind their books, share creative insights, and answer questions in a lively conversation.

Matt talks with Mandy Lancaster and Joss Birnie from Waypoint Youth Drop-in Center, located on Wallace Street, about how they support young people in Rochester. The conversation covers Waypoint’s services, upcoming events, and current initiatives, as well as how municipal funding helps make their work possible. This episode is part of an ongoing series spotlighting nonprofit organizations that receive city funding and the positive impact they have on the community.

In this episode, Matt sits down with Jeff Bisson, Executive Director of Rochester Main Street, to talk about upcoming downtown events and share an update on future programming. In the second half, Matt is joined by Jeanne Grover, founder of Vouchers for Veterans, to discuss the Harvest Market, currently in the planning stages for later this year.

In this special episode, you’ll hear newly elected Mayor Chuck Grassie’s inaugural address, delivered during the City of Rochester’s inauguration of elected officials on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. In his speech, Mayor Grassie reflects on the importance of community engagement and volunteerism and emphasizes the need to work together to move Rochester forward and better serve its residents.

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 broader importance of volunteering and encourages listeners to make a difference in their community by getting involved.

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 projects, and how the Riverwalk continues to play a vital role in shaping Rochester’s future.

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 to developers who rehabilitate underutilized or blighted buildings. They discuss how the program works, the application and approval process, and its impact on downtown revitalization.

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 the community, and highlight some of the club’s ongoing initiatives, including Santa Sacks, communication boards at local playgrounds, bell ringing for the Salvation Army, and much more.

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 holiday season. Jeff also shares his 15+ year history with the organization, reflects on how downtown has evolved, and highlights key milestones that have shaped its growth.