By Mayor Max Conway

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, it’s a bittersweet reminder that summer is coming to an end. For many of you, this marks the return to the familiar routine of “back-to-school”, as students, teachers, and parents gear up for another school year filled with promise and opportunity.

To our dedicated teachers, I extend my gratitude for the tireless efforts you invest in shaping our young students. We are thankful and grateful for the inspiration you provide to our community’s youth.

To the parents, your unwavering support and encouragement are invaluable. As you send your children off to school, remember that you play an essential role in their educational journey. 

I wish all of our students, teachers, and parents a great school year filled with love, laughter, and learning!

On a more somber note, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of John Hart, Jr., the respected publisher of our beloved newspaper, The Dunmorean. John’s dedication and passion for journalism have been instrumental in keeping our community informed and connected. Whether it be with a famous “lunch meeting” or a quick phone call to check-in, John was a great resource for me personally, and I will miss him dearly. Our thoughts are with him and his family during this challenging time.