By TOPHER PENDLETON

(Montague, MA) — The town of Montague is back in the “red zone” when it comes to new COVID 19 cases. The Montague Board of Health says the town recorded 27 new COVID-19 cases between November 21st and the 27th. There are now 39 positive cases that have been reported in Montague since mid-November, the highest number since this past January. The health board will meet today at 5 to discuss the situation, and whether new restrictions are necessary to prevent further contagion.