The End for an Amazing Survivor

Back in 2011, Gossips did a series of posts called "Showcasing Hudson's Great Trees." Of the trees celebrated in that series was this ancient and venerable silver maple in the 500 block of Union Street. Its roots collared by concrete, it seemed to survive against all odds. 

This afternoon, a reader informed me that there is now a "No Parking" sign in front of the tree. The sign also provides the information that the tree is to be removed tomorrow, July 31, 2023.

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