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Bangor Launches $521K Plan to Protect Ash Trees

5/22/2025

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Bangor is taking decisive action to safeguard its 1,800 ash trees from the destructive emerald ash borer. The city will remove 436 unhealthy trees and treat 250 healthy ones with insecticide, all part of a comprehensive plan developed by Sophia Cameron. With a budget of around $521,629, treatment is set to commence this year, prioritizing urban safety and tree vitality.

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Bangor is taking decisive action to safeguard its 1,800 ash trees from the destructive emerald ash borer. The city will remove 436 unhealthy trees and treat 250 healthy ones with insecticide, all part of a comprehensive plan developed by Sophia Cameron. With a budget of around $521,629, treatment is set to commence this year, prioritizing urban safety and tree vitality.