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Dover mayor tells veterans 'our gratitude is more than just words'
DOVER — Dover Mayor Dennis Shanahan spoke directly to those who served the military in attendance at the city's Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 11, and all veterans. "On behalf of our city, we thank you," he said. "Thank you for your service, thank you for your sacrifice and thank you for the burden that you accepted on the behalf of others, on behalf of us. Our obligation today is to recognize the people who have served our country and to make sure our gratitude is more than just words." The ceremony opened with colors presented by the Dover High School's Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, and a performance of the national anthem by the DHS band. An opening prayer was led by the Rev. Alan Tremblay of Parish of the Assumption in Dover. Shanahan said Dover in 2023 celebrated the 400th anniversary of European settlement, 2026 is the 250th year of the nation's independence, and in September this year the city recognized the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. "A common thread runs throughout these. That common thread is the commitment and sacrifice of our country's veterans," said Shanahan. "Without those that took up arms to establish
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Bigleaf and Oakleaf Hydrangeas Get Burlap Cages on Four Stakes in Late November to Save Next Year's Flower Buds, While Limelight Rarely Needs Any
Bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas carry next year's flower buds on old wood, so late-November burlap cages on four stakes protect them; Limelight rarely needs any.