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Yorktown to keep nearly 50-year tradition of fluoride in water

Yorktown engineers begin to study to repair fluoridation

Photo credit: iStock | Yorktown engineers begin to study to repair fluoridation equipment for their water system.

Yorktown has decided to continue offering fluoride in its water, a practice the town has had in place for nearly 50 years now, and has launched a study of its best options for installing new equipment, officials said.

In moving forward, "we're waiting to hear from the engineers on the proper course of action to ensure the safety and integrity of the system as well as the employees," said Councilman...

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