Boston and several other Massachusetts communities are now at a high risk for West Nile virus, after mosquito samples showed that they tested positive for carrying the disease.

While Erie County recently saw a tenth mosquito sample test positive for West Nile virus, another local county is also seeing an uptick in its numbers. On Tuesday, August 12, the Mercer County Conservation District announced that another mosquito sample,

Mosquito control spraying in North Knoxville will start Aug. 14 and will occur between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., weather permitting. Residents are encouraged to stay inside during this time, and pets can come inside or be kept in the backyard.