ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — A tree was selected and transported to the Clemens Center on Thursday for the Arctic League’s upcoming annual broadcast, and its owner said it holds a lot of meaning.
The tree that was selected, amongst six other nominees, came from a residence located on Baty Street in Elmira, the Arctic League explained. On Thursday, Dec. 4, the tree was taken from the residence to the Clemens Center.
Share your festive decor online this holiday season
The owner of the tree, Mary Lewis, said her late husband planted the tree in their front yard in 2008 because she had always wanted a Christmas tree outside that they could decorate for the holidays. Since Lewis is now widowed, she explained that she is no longer able to maintain or decorate the tree, so she chose to offer it to the Arctic League.
“I have always wanted a Christmas tree in my front yard, and he one day went out for my birthday and bought me a Christmas tree,” Lewis exclaimed.
The Arctic League further said on Saturday, Dec. 6, volunteers will decorate the tree. The tree will then be featured on the stage in Mandeville Hall during the broadcast on Sunday, Dec. 7.
The broadcast is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and will air on WETM-TV. Further, as part of the broadcast, Mary Lewis will be on stage to light the tree.
Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WETM - MyTwinTiers.com.
latest_posts
- 1
Elite Execution Wall televisions for Film Darlings - 2Red Crescent: More than 100,000 civilian structures damaged in Iran
- 3Mossad unveils network of Hamas terror infrastructure across Europe
- 4AI is providing emotional support for employees – but is it a valuable tool or privacy threat?
- 5Flu season is underway. What are common symptoms to watch for?
- This Underrated Italian City Boasts Indulgent Food & Captivating Views For A Romantic Escape
- Extravagance SUVs for Seniors: Solace, Innovation, and Security
- The most effective method to Remain Ahead in the Most recent Advanced Patterns with a Web based Advertising Degree
- Dick Van Dyke shares his secrets to longevity as he turns 100
- Excelling at Cash The board: A Manual for Monetary Essentials
- Wellness Bits of knowledge Readily available: A Survey of \Following Wellbeing and Progress\ Wellness Wearables
- Timothy Busfield turns himself in to face child sexual abuse charges in New Mexico
- Striking American and European television Projects: A Survey
- Prehistoric wolf’s gut frozen in time reveals an ice age giant
