Ayer Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus

DATELINE — AYER

Mosquitoes collected in Ayer have tested positive for West Nile virus, the town announced Wednesday, Aug. 19, marking the most notable development in an otherwise quiet 24 hours for town business.

TOWN HALL The town confirmed Wednesday, Aug. 19, that mosquitoes collected in Ayer have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to a News Flash notice posted the same day. The confirmation was the only new alert town officials posted to the News Flash feed this week.

COMING UP The Senior Center Building Committee meets Thursday, Aug. 20, followed by the Affordable Housing Committee on Friday, Aug. 21, according to the town's public meeting calendar.

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