<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2KhXNU_0vle0maK00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2KhXNU_0vle0maK00" width="560" height="315" ></figure>Middletown reports the reception of a $6,500 Virginia Trees and Clean Water Grant to help revitalize the main street and town park areas of town.The funds will help to both obtain the trees and the planting throughout the community.District Forester Matt Wolanski was instrumental in the project as he sited a critical challenge with the town’s tree canopy.Wolanski noted that the community will benefit from the shade, cooling, and ecosystem services trees provide.Wolanski helped in selecting tree species that should thrive in the environment.The trees selected are native and should create not just a good canopy but home for local wildlife.The grant funds will help in removal of invasive species and support planting which will enhance the community and improve air quality among other attributes.The tree planting is planned for October as a community engagement project including an education aspect to ensure long-term success.Contact the Middletown town office at 540-869-2226 to find out more and how to get involved.For more news from across the Shenandoah Valley, click here.</div></body>

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Middletown receives a Virginia Trees and Clean Water grant for trees

Middletown reports the reception of a $6,500 Virginia Trees and Clean Water Grant to help revitalize the main street and town park areas of town. The funds will help to both obtain the trees and the planting throughout the community. District Forester Matt Wolanski was instrumental in the project as...