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Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in New York

By Jared Leone, Cox Media Group National Content Desk

Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in New York The 2020 Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, a 75-foot tall Norway Spruce that was acquired in Oneonta, N.Y., is suspended by a crane as its is prepared for setting on a platform at Rockefeller Center Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle) (Craig Ruttle/AP)

By Jared Leone, Cox Media Group National Content Desk

NEW YORK — A 75-foot tall Norway spruce arrived Saturday, complete with police escort, to Rockefeller Plaza to become this year’s most famous Christmas tree.

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The tree was donated by Al Dick of Daddy Al’s General Store in Oneonta.

It will be put into place by crane and decorated over the next few weeks. An illumination ceremony is scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 2. There will be no in-person attendance at this year’s event because of coronavirus precautions.

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The tree is presented by Tishman-Speyer, a commercial real estate company.

“This year, we just feel the tree is vital,” Rob Speyer, president and chief executive officer, told WABC. “The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree always represents the holiday season, but it has also stood tall as a symbol of hope, resilience, and New York’s enduring spirit, from the Great Depression to 9/11, Superstorm Sandy through today. 2020 has been a difficult year, but New Yorkers have persevered, and we are determined to come back better and stronger. We are particularly proud to continue the joyous tradition this year.”

The Associated Press contributed to this report.


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