Chris Connolly, current chairman of the Canton Planning Board, has announced that he will not seek reelection in the April town election. A two-term incumbent, Connolly was first elected to the board in 2006 and was reelected in 2011. He operates a private law practice in Canton, specializing in residential and commercial real estate transactions, […]
It’s only minutes to go before taking the ice. The Canton Pee Wee B hockey team sits quietly, lights off, thinking about the fact that they are about to play for the gold in Lake Placid. In locker room 6, where the 1980 Olympic athletes once sat, Canton is a heavy underdog, questionable to even […]
After scoring just one goal in their three previous games combined — all losses — the Canton High girls ice hockey team snapped out of their midseason funk last week with a pair of shutout wins over King Philip and Ursuline Academy. The two victories, 2-0 against KP and 3-0 against Ursuline, brought the Bulldogs […]
Virginia M. Therriault (Bernardi), 73, of Canton, passed away January 24 at Norwood Hospital. Born in Malden, she was raised in Everett and graduated from Everett High School and Northeastern University. She worked as an accountant for a publishing company for several years before retiring. In her spare time she enjoyed spending time with her […]
Jenny Nourse, 94, of Canton, formerly of Quincy, died peacefully in the comfort of her home Wednesday, January 20, 2016. Devoted wife of the late Richard J. Nourse. Loving mother of Richard M. Nourse, his wife, Mary Ann, and Jennifer A. Rodman of Canton. Sister of the late Peter Mucciarone. Loving grandmother of Michael, Matthew, […]
John D. “Jack” Dolan, 80, of Canton, passed away January 20 at the Hellenic Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Boston, he attended Boston schools and was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He has lived in Canton since 1964 where he operated the family business, John Dolan Flooring, […]
Did you know … It appears that the Canton Planning Board may have an attendance problem. According to a recent review of members’ attendance records, the five-member board has had perfect attendance at just 12 of its 39 public hearings since mid April 2014, when newest member Michael Mitcheroney was elected. Tori McClain, elected in […]
Canton police are asking for the public’s assistance in solving two recent crimes — an armed robbery attempt and a shoplifting case. The robbery incident occurred on Sunday night, January 24, at 11:25 p.m. at the Blue Hill Express Gas Station on Route 138. Police said a black male came into the store and demanded all of the money […]
School Committee members were pleased with their initial meeting with the Finance Committee concerning their proposal to fund tuition-free full-day kindergarten beginning in the next school year. School Committee Chairman Bob Golledge said at the board’s January 21 meeting that he is optimistic that they will gain the support of the FinCom and the Board […]
Canton elementary schools held their annual winter concerts during the month of January. (Above) Students perform at the Luce School concert on Wednesday, January 13. See this week’s Canton Citizen for more winter concert photos by Michelle Stark.
