RI communities being treated for spotted lanternflies

Spotted lanternflies (Courtesy of the University of Rhode Island) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is ramping up efforts to suppress the state’s spotted lanternfly population. The invasive species has been spotted in Lincoln, North Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, and Smithfield so far this year, according to the DEM. SEE … Read more