If you are purchasing an existing food business including or are looking to build one - please READ THIS PAGE FIRST.
If you are planning or hosting a temporary event that includes food and/or beverages - Please visit the TEMPORARY EVENTS page.
If you are looking for information on mobile food vending, please visit the MOBILE FOOD VENDING page.
The Health Department also offers occasional Health Bulletin Boards with information about current and seasonal health concerns and NHDHHS advisories.
Current Topics

Health Bulletin Board: Updates on H5N1 & Mosquito Protection
August 5, 2024
For a printable PDF go to Health Bulletin Board: Updates on H5N1 & Mosquito Protection
Read MoreHurricane Season - Are You Prepared?
May 24, 2024
The National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center predict above-normal hurricane...
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City Starts Mosquito Control Program Monitoring April 8, 2024
April 5, 2024
The City of Portsmouth’s Mosquito Control Program begins monitoring on April 8, 2024. Crews from Dragon Mosqui...
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Lead & Copper Corrosion Control Program Update
October 7, 2023
During this October 2023 Lead Poisoning Awareness Week the City of Portsmouth is offering homeowners informati...
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