South Portland launches intervention plan against invasive emerald ash borer

MAINE PUBLIC • September 26, 2024

The city of South Portland is launching an intervention plan against the invasive emerald ash borer. The beetle, which has killed millions of ash trees across the country, established in Maine in 2018. Officials say they're using $30,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for the project. The city will replace any removed trees with another, native species of tree.