Rob Caldwell: A tree and traffic savior
Rob Caldwell: A tree and traffic savior ===
NEWS CENTER Maine's Rob Caldwell stepped into action today when he rescued a former Christmas tree from the road.
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Author: Maria Skillings
Published: 1:42 PM EST January 13, 2026
Updated: 3:15 PM EST January 13, 2026
PORTLAND, Maine — With Christmas in the rearview, once-sparkling pine trees now wait curbside for their next act—whether as firewood or a goat’s lunch.
Given the windy January we have had, one of those same trees escaped the clutches of its melting snowbank and rolled out into the middle of the road, just outside NEWS CENTER Maine on High Street. Knowing it would be dangerous to leave the tree in the road, our very own Rob Caldwell stepped in to save the day on this breezy Tuesday morning.
Rob said he was on his way to grab a sandwich when he noticed the greenery in the middle of High Street, holding up traffic. Being the thoughtful guy he is, he ran into the middle of the road and removed the tree.
Traffic resumed as normal, and Rob placed the tree safely next to our building. We are told someone will be by to pick it up later today.
The simple act drew cheers from co-workers and taps on the windows from inside the building. Ever obliging, Rob took a bow for his fans.
Thank you for your bravery, Rob.
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Source: News Center Maine
Locations: Portland
Region: Southern