Politics & Government

Attleboro Water Ban Ends

Attleboro's water ban—in effect since September—has ended.

ATTLEBORO, MA — Attleboro's sprinkler system watering ban was lifted Tuesday.

The ban started in September to conserve water so a city reservoir could be upgraded. Dry weather exacerbated the problem, officials said.

The ban applied to unattended sprinkler use.

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Conservation efforts combined with an extended rainy spell recently allowed for the ban to be lifted, officials said.

Officials encouraged residents to continue water conservation measures.

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