Elevated Mercury Level Found in Center Pond FishThe state Department of Public Health has issued an advisory after a mercury-contaminated fish was found in Center Pond. Blue-green Algae Bloom Reported in Pontoosuc LakeBlue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, occur naturally in lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts. Pontoosuc Under Public Health AdvisoryA blue-green algae bloom was confirmed on Friday at Pontoosuc Lake that may present harmful health effects for users of the lake. |

