COVID-19 Test Site In Marlborough Closure Announced

MARLBOROUGH, MA — The Stop the Spread coronavirus testing site in Marlborough will close for one day this week during a surge in demand for tests.

The drive-up site at the New England Sports Center will be closed on Friday. The site offers PCR tests, and is one of the main Stop the Spread sites in central Massachusetts. A UMass Memorial spokesperson said the closure is due to snow forecast for Friday.

"Please note: our testing site periodically has to close during testing hours due to public safety concerns. We have never run out of testing supplies, however we must continue to provide a safe environment for Donald Lynch Boulevard and the New England Sports Center," UMass Memorial said in a Facebook post Wednesday.

The Marlborough testing sight has seen high volumes this week amid a surge in coronavirus cases, and due to demand following the holidays. The site is typically open weekdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

As an alternative, local residents can get tested at state-run sites in Framingham, Ashland and Worcester. PCR and rapid tests are also sometimes available at private pharmacies. Check the state's testing website for more details.