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July 31, 2007

A Woonsocket beach closes due to bacteria levels

WOONSOCKET -- The state Health Department today recommended closing the World War II Memorial State Park Beach here because of high bacteria counts.

Officials will monitor water quality and advised re-opening the beach when are deemed safe for swimming.

To check information about swimming at Rhode Island beaches, go to www.health.ri.gov or call (401) 222-2751.

Posted by Mike McKinney  at 3:07 PM | Permalink

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