ATHOL, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The drinking water problem in Athol has been corrected. In August, the town notified the public of a regular water test showing high quantities of perchlorate, a contaminant. Since then, the town has identified the source, a breakdown of aging Sodium Hypochlorite, a disinfectant. The town ordered new product and reduced the storage amount to prevent the presence of perchlorate in the future.