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These tiny, 'very violent' wasps may be the key to stop spotted lanternflies

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By Alex Kuffner Verified
| Providence Journal Verified
Julia Bentz calls them her babies. She even has a tattoo of one on her leg to attest to her devotion. Bentz pulls out a trio of test tubes, each containing a pincer wasp that's been raised in the BioControl Lab at the University of Rhode Island.
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RI Energy proposing third highest electric rates ever this winter

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By Alex Kuffner Verified
| Providence Journal Verified
Updated July 23, 2026, 10:59 a.m. ET Rhode Island Energy has proposed a 15% increase in electric supply rates for the upcoming winter over last winter. If approved, the typical residential customer's monthly bill would rise by about $12 compared to last winter. The company attributes the proposed hike to global energy market pressures and new regional grid management rules. Governor Dan McKee is expected to announce a proposal for rate relief for electric customers.
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R.I. leaders speak out against Trump offshore wind buyouts Original

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By Alex Kuffner Verified
| Providence Journal Verified
July 20, 2026, 5:50 p.m. ET Rhode Island leaders and activists are criticizing the Trump administration's efforts to halt offshore wind development. The federal government has paid energy companies over $2.5 billion to cancel eight planned offshore wind projects. Local projects like Revolution Wind have faced federal attempts to stop work but have continued after successful lawsuits. Opponents of the federal actions argue that offshore wind is a needed clean energy source to meet rising demand.
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