Health & Fitness

North Andover Coronavirus: 170 Confirmed Cases, Masks Available

Data released by the state Wednesday shows that more than five out of every 1,000 residents have tested positive for the virus.

NORTH ANDOVER, MA — One hundred seventy North Andover residents have tested positive for the new coronavirus, as of Wednesday afternoon, according to data released by the state. The town infection rate is 562.01 cases per 100,000 residents.

According to data released by the town Tuesday, seven residents have died and over 80 have recovered from the virus.

The town said Monday that residents can pick up masks from the Senior Center. Residents can get up to four masks, during normal business hours. Knock on the double doors and masks will be passed out; residents are asked not to enter.

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