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My Turn: Protect the historic Buttonball sycamore tree The American sycamore tree commonly known as the Buttonball Tree in Sunderland on North Main Street. STAFF PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ Published: 5/5/2021 6:32:37 AM I am a retired arborist with 40 years of experience, and I agree with fellow arborists, Brian Kane and Ed Kelly, regarding what is required to protect the historic Sunderland “Buttonball” sycamore tree. It is essential that the critical root zone be clearly designated and properly p...

With road reconstruction on horizon, citizens concerned about future of Sunderland’s Buttonball Tree In the wake of an upcoming road reconstruction project on North Main Street in Sunderland, citizens have expressed concerns about the future of the American sycamore tree commonly known as the Buttonball Tree, which is believed to be roughly 400 years old. Town Administrator Geoff Kravitz says the historic tree is not coming down and no roots will be cut. Staff Photo/Paul Franz The historic Bu...

With road reconstruction on horizon, citizens concerned about future of Sunderland’s Buttonball Tree In the wake of an upcoming road reconstruction project on North Main Street in Sunderland, citizens have expressed concerns about the future of the American sycamore tree commonly known as the Buttonball Tree, which is believed to be roughly 400 years old. Town Administrator Geoff Kravitz says the historic tree is not coming down and no roots will be cut. Staff Photo/Paul Franz The historic Bu...