Arlington Updates Coronavirus Reporting To Include Deaths

ARLINGTON, MA — The town has updated its coronavirus reporting to include number of deaths. There have been 13 deaths attributed to the coronavirus in Arlington, according to the latest numbers from the town.

Local health officials have to rely on notification from a family member, friend or funeral home to confirm a death, as the Massachusetts Department of Public Health does not provide that information to communities.

As of Friday, April 17, there were 112 positive cases of the coronavirus in Arlington.

This weekend, the Amazing Arlington initiative will collect art, cards, color pictures and friendly greetings to share with local seniors. The town will review, print and deliver art and cards through the Council on Aging's grocery delivery program to our seniors. Share your art now.

April 23 Virtual Town Forum: Town's Public Health Response

The meeting will provide background and updates to Town’s response to COVID-19, available resources, answer questions, and hear from residents about what they challenges they are currently facing. Hosted by the town, panelists include Arlington Town Manager Adam Chapdelaine, Health & Human Services Director Christine Bongiorno, Arlington Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director Kevin Kelley, and Arlington Police Chief Julie Flaherty. The virtual forum will be held on Thursday, April 23, at 2 p.m. Add to your iCalendar.