A Markham venue found in violation of safety standards on two consecutive days was among three food venues temporarily closed by York Region public health inspectors during the period of Aug. 27 to Sept. 2.

NKS Banquet Hall, located at 8360 Kennedy Rd., was closed Aug. 29 when inspectors determined the food premises was operated in a manner permitting a health hazard.

Inspections the following two days at the same venue resulted in charges of failure to maintain a hand washing station and food premise maintained in a manner adversely affecting sanitary operation and the venue remained closed. The facility passed inspection and reopened Sept. 1.

Two other venues were also closed after failing to meet standards.