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Fitchburg Church Linked To 150 Coronavirus Cases

The cases stem from a service at Crossroads Church on Oct. 18, health officials said.

Crossroads Church in Fitchburg has been linked to more than 100 coronavirus cases.
Crossroads Church in Fitchburg has been linked to more than 100 coronavirus cases. (Google Maps)

FITCHBURG, MA — The Fitchburg Health Department announced Sunday that nearly 150 coronavirus cases have been connected to church services and programs at Crossroads Church on or around Oct. 18.

Contract tracers have also identified more than 40 COVID-19 cases related to ice and deck hockey, the health department said.

“The FHD has concerns that many cases are asymptomatic. This is particularly dangerous as it may be contributing to further spread of COVID-19, in the community,” a statement said.

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