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

Holiday Food Safety Tips
November 22, 2024
The holiday season brings people together to reconnect, celebrate and share festive tra...
Read MoreMpox (formerly known as Monkeypox)
February 10, 2025
Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox) is a rare disease that is caused by infection with m...
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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 MoreLead & 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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