Gorham NH Police Department

05/30/2026

Gorham will take place in the National Night Out with an event at the Town Common on August 4th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. We hope to see everyone there to meet with local Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Service Providers!

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.

Stay tuned for further updates as we finalize plans for the event!

05/26/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: Water Main Break Gorham N.H.
Currently the Gorham Water Department is working on fixing a large water main break on Main Street. While they are working on fixing this, residents will be without water. If in need of water please go to the fire station to fill up containers.

05/23/2026

As OHRV season has started the Police Department would like to remind all town residents and all visitors to the town of Gorham of the routes that may be accessed and the routes that are prohibited. Along with the fines that are associated with not following the rules. We hope everyone stays safe and enjoys the 2026 OHRV season.

IV. Travel Routes

a. OHRVs are authorized to operate on town streets, however, NO OHRV travel has been approved on the following highways/streets:

• Route 2 (Lancaster Road) West of Parking Area.
• Jimtown Road – State Highway Portion (from Route 2 to Moose Brook State Park).
• Route 16 South (beginning at intersection of Routes 2 and 16 adjacent to the Town Common).
• Route 2 East (no travel is permitted beyond Bangor Street).
• Route 16 North/Berlin-Gorham Road (no travel is permitted beyond the State OHRV parking area).

As of this date, the State allows travel on Route 2 to/from the intersection of Routes 2 and 16 (traffic signal) to the Lancaster Road parking area. However, NO loading or unloading of OHRVs or parking of OHRVs is allowed at the Route 2 Parking Area. OHRV parking is provided on the Berlin-Gorham Road at 447 Main Street, Route 16 North in Gorham.

b. OHRVs seeking to gain access from Washington Street, Mill Street, Peabody Street and Bell Street shall use Libby Street to Promenade Street to Church Street. OHRVs crossing Route 16 shall do so in accordance with NH RSA 215-A:6 X.

c. OHRVs shall operate on the traveled portion of the street, in single file, and follow normal traffic patterns.

V. Prohibitions

a. No person shall operate an OHRV upon a town street unless properly licensed in accordance with NH RSA 215-A:29.

b. No person shall operate an OHRV upon a town street without displaying a valid registration decal affixed to the OHRV in accordance with NH RSA 215-A:21.

c. No person shall operate an OHRV on town streets at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the existing conditions and without regard for actual and potential hazards. In all cases speed shall be controlled so that the operator will be able to avoid colliding with any person, vehicle, or object.

d. Where no hazards exist, which would require a lower speed to comply with subparagraph (c), the speed of any OHRV in excess of 25 miles per hour shall be prima facie evidence that the speed is not reasonable or prudent and that it is unlawful.

e. The driver of every OHRV shall, consistent with the requirements of subparagraph (c), drive at an appropriate reduced speed when approaching and crossing an intersection or railway grade crossing, when approaching and going around a curve, when approaching a hillcrest, when traveling upon any narrow or winding trail, and when a special hazard exists with respect to pedestrians or other traffic by reason of weather or trail conditions.

f. No person shall operate any OHRV on town streets so as to endanger any person or damage any property.

g. No person shall operate any OHRV on town streets during the period from one half hour after sunset to one half -hour before sunrise, except in emergency situations.

h. No person shall operate an OHRV on town streets from November 4 to May 23 of every year.

i. No person shall operate an OHRV on authorized town streets without working head and taillights.

j. No person shall operate an OHRV on town streets unless it is equipped with mufflers and an exhaust system which comply with the requirements of RSA 215-A:12.

k. No person under the age of 18 shall operate or ride upon an OHRV on town streets without protective headgear. The headgear must be equipped with a neck or chin strap.

I. No person shall operate an OHRV on town streets without eyeglasses, goggles, or a protective face shield unless the OHRV is equipped with a windshield that protects the driver's eyes and face when sitting erect.

VI. Penalties/Enforcement

a. Any person who violates the provisions of this ordinance shall be guilty of a violation and shall be fined:

• First Offense $100 fine
• Second Offense $250 fine
• Third Offense $500 fine

b. Enforcement of this ordinance shall be in accordance with NH RSA 31:39-c.

05/19/2026

The Gorham Police Department is now accepting applications for a Certified Police Officer. Please read the attached file for requirements and more information.

If interested please email Lieutenant Stapleton at [email protected] .

05/18/2026

We would like to thank Gorham EMS for their dedication and service to our community. Happy EMS Week!

05/16/2026

05/15/2026

We would like to congratulate Lt. Mosher on his promotion to the Chief of Police of the Jackson Police Department. Congratulations, Chief Mosher!

05/12/2026

Yesterday, Gorham had the pleasure of celebrating two important milestones!
Officer David Johnson was officially sworn in as a new member of the Gorham Police Department. Officer Johnson brings with him 6 years of experience as a State Corrections Officer. Welcome aboard!
Immediately following, Corporal Andrew Beausejour was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and officially sworn in.
We are proud to have these dedicated professionals serving our community. Please join us in wishing Officer Johnson and Sergeant Beausejour the very best of luck and success in their new roles!
Thank you both for your commitment to keeping Gorham safe.

04/30/2026

Friendly Reminder! The bears are out and looking for their next meal. The Town of Gorham, NH has an Ordinance restricting when you can put your garbage out. The Ordinance states that you can not bring your garbage to the curb until 5:00am on the actual day of your garbage pickup. Any person who knowingly violates the provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a violation and be subject to a fine of up to $100.00. We appreciate everyone’s help with this.

04/28/2026

Lt Stapleton and Cpl Beausejour stopped by and visited some young entrepreneurs this afternoon. Some nice cold lemonade was a welcomed treat on this beautiful spring day.