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A morning’s work removes Bayview maples

by South Bayview Bulldog Admin • September 30, 2011

Yes. the maples are gone — at least on the east side. Workers came early and removed them before opening so they wouldn’t have to look at the tears of people who have come to love the runty, wretched trees. It is a sign, perhaps, of movement in the mysterious sidewalk replacement project.

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