Concord Health Division Warns of Rising Cyclosporiasis Cases Nationwide
A Concord native shattered a 23-year-old speed record ascending Mount Everest, according to Wicked Local, even as Town Hall issued a health advisory warning residents about a nationwide rise in cyclosporiasis cases and departments prepared for Monday's Select Board meeting.
TOWN HALL The Concord Health Division is tracking a rise in cyclosporiasis cases nationally after the CDC flagged increases in multiple states. Massachusetts case counts remain typical for this time of year, but officials are urging residents to stay aware of the gastrointestinal illness, caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora.
Separately, the Town Clerk's Office opened two procurement processes this week: an Invitation for Bids for the refurbishment of Pumper Engine 8, and a Request for Proposals for animal control officer services. Both notices direct bidders to Procurement Manager Amanda Moore at the Town Clerk's Office, 22 Monument Square.
COMMUNITY & ARTS At the Main Library's Munroe Gallery, "Summer Memories," a solo exhibition by Massachusetts artist Lucinda Hamilton, remains on view through July 30, featuring landscapes and places that shape cherished memories. The library is also hosting "A Celebration of the Declaration: An Exhibition of Rare 1776 Documents" through July 26, giving visitors a look at rare historical documents tied to the nation's founding.
ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS "Concord MA native Ty Andrews broke this record in scaling Mount Everest," Wicked Local reports. Andrews, a Concord native, set a new mark for ascending the mountain, the outlet reported, describing calls home to family in Massachusetts during the expedition (read it at https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/news/local/2026/07/17/concord-ma-native-ty-andrews-sets-new-record-for-ascending-mount-everest/90517488007/). Patch also flagged the achievement in its morning newsletter.
"Patch AM: Why birdseed and billboards are reigniting Concord's Estabrook Road battle," per Patch. The item points to a renewed dispute over roadside signage and wildlife feeding along the long-contested road, according to the outlet's morning roundup (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/concord).
"Patch AM: How dangerous is today's wildfire smoke for Concord residents?" Patch reports. The newsletter addressed air-quality concerns for local residents amid regional smoke conditions, according to Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/concord).
COMING UP The Select Board meets Monday, July 20, with a Zoom link available on the agenda. The Zoning Board of Appeals holds a site visit at 448 Sudbury Road on Tuesday, July 21, and the Council on Aging Board also meets that day. The town's roadway contractor continues work on Old Bedford Road and Bedford Street the week of July 20-24, and Spencer Brook Road is scheduled to close beginning July 20.