UPDATED: Lunenburg's Mayor Will Not Re-Offer

After 33 years, Laurence Mawhinney will not seek re-election for the mayors seat in Lunenburg. He came to the conclusion after several lengthy discussions with his family over the past few months. Earlier this year, Mawhinney told reporters he was ready to seek another term as mayor. However, he had a change of heart after speaking with his friends and family.



He says a high point during his time as mayor occurred just this week when Canada's premiers and aboriginal leaders toured the waterfront.



He also spoke fondly about the town's designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. He says the UNESCO connection has been a wonderful experience and believes the town will continue to flourish. Mawhinney has held the mayors title since 1979. He'll stay on as mayor until municipal elections in October.