On an August night in 1776, long shadows cast across the room as Samuel Dunbar sat in his study contemplating what he was about to do. The die had already been cast, yet he would find in his voice the moral, religious, and political authority to do what would certainly be considered high treason against […]
It’s a brand new start for the CHS football team this year with a major influx of young talent, enthusiasm, and hustle. And this was apparent right from the opening kickoff Friday night as Canton exploded for three first-quarter touchdowns en route to a 42-7 season-opening victory over Pentucket Regional. The Bulldogs would later add […]
Stephen W. Brigandi, 83, of Canton, passed away September 9. Born and raised in Boston, he was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. Stephen has lived in Canton for the last 30 years and previously lived in West Quincy. He worked for W.R. Grace Co. for 19 years as a maintenance technician before […]
A few weeks ago, there was a radio commercial for some sort of money-making opportunity. I don’t remember the company or what they were selling. I do remember very clearly hearing the commercial say, “You can’t get rich by saving.” What? Huh? The simple fact is that even if you win a monster lottery or […]
In a historic vote taken at the September 7 School Committee meeting, committee members unanimously endorsed a grade reorganization and school facilities master plan that could potentially affect every building in the Canton public school system. The changes will not
Festival at the Farm, a weekend-long, all-ages celebration of “live music, great food, and unique experiences,” will return to Prowse Farm in Canton for a second consecutive year this coming Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17. Organized by Six Chair Productions and presented by New Hampshire-based Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs, the festival will […]
Through one week of game action, the 2017 CHS field hockey team remains a work in progress, but the early returns have been promising, according to head coach Chrissy O’Connor. “We played a couple of strong scrimmages in the preseason and we’ve looked pretty good so far,” said O’Connor, who is now in her second […]
**Please note: This week’s edition was mass-mailed to all Canton addresses in celebration of our 30th anniversary. Check out this week’s issue of the Canton Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the September 14 edition include: * First Day of School: Photos of the first day for first graders at Hansen, […]
