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Check Out The New Boston Christmas Tree And Where It’s From!

Ben Holmes November 6, 2024 1:16 pm Last Updated on February 27, 2026 2:51 pm

Mattie Settlement, Antigonish County can claim ownership of the newest Christmas Tree that is heading to Boston this year! Hugh and Liz Ryan are donating their 45 foot white spruce!

It’s been a tradition since 1971, Nova Scotia sends it’s best Christmas tree to Boston every year to say thank you for the help that was sent back in 1917 during the Halifax Explosion.

This tree will be heading to Boston later this month and will be there and ready for the December 5th Boston Common Tree Lighting ceremony!

Learn more about the tradition on the provinces website HERE.

Ben Holmes

Ben Holmes has lived on the South Shore of Nova Scotia for most of his life and has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained.
He is the host of “Breakfast With Ben” on CKBW in Bridgewater. When he is not talking, at least not into a microphone, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors, cycling, watching films, taking road trips, and being around family and friends.

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