Editor’s note: Although it is impossible to properly measure the importance of one event against another, the editors of the Canton Citizen have carefully reviewed all of the stories that made headlines this year and have selected the ones that they feel have had the greatest impact on the community. What follows then, is the […]
DID YOU KNOW… The year 2010 is finally coming to an end, and we will soon be entering the new year of 2011, and MAC hopes it will be a good year for all of you. As we close out the year, MAC sends out congratulations to the Boy Scouts who are celebrating their 100th birthday. Scouting […]
The Canton High School boys’ varsity ice hockey team opened its season on the road with a 3-3 tie against nonleague Quincy last Wednesday, but it was hardly a feel-good experience as the Bulldogs twice gave up a two-goal lead while committing far too many careless penalties. At one point early in the third period […]
With no previous experience, Canton resident Linda Carmichael decided on a whim to take a beginner and intermediate art class with renowned local artist Mona Podgurski. “I never thought I could draw anything,” Carmichael said. “But she said I had the eye, a talent, so I decided to pursue it more.” But that was six […]
We were enjoying our staff holiday lunch at a South End restaurant when we realized that it was the first time since we’ve known each other that we shared a meal. We’ve never had the time or the opportunity. I usually gulp my sandwich while prepping class, Constance runs from our school to another in […]
By Nancy Pando Citizen Staff The nativity scene took place in a humble spot located next to the computer station in the family room. No crib for a bed, the Baby Jesus would lay down His (Her) sweet head in a laundry basket. The part of Mary was played by Lola, who was none too […]
The Canton High girls’ hockey team sailed to an easy 4-0 victory against Westwood last week, improving the girls’ season record to 2-1. “Westwood has definitely improved since last year and at points had us running around in our zone,” coach Kelly Rider said. “But overall we were able to outplay them.” Sophomore transfer Bethany […]
Superintendent of Schools Jeff Granatino is pleased to announce the 2010 recipients of the Paul R. Matthews Foundation Grant, established in honor of longtime School Committee member and youth sports coach Paul Matthews. A total of $5,000 came from the foundation and went toward projects that were assessed by the grant committee and the Canton […]
The Canton Fire Department would like to remind everyone of the dangers of unsafe ice. With the holiday break upon us, there is an increase in outdoor activity, especially with children. It is important to keep in mind that while ponds and streams have started to freeze over, they all remain unsafe. The temperature fluctuating […]
The Canton girls’ basketball team remains undefeated this season after beating Foxboro 59-53 last Tuesday night at CHS. The Bulldogs rallied to outscore the Warriors 21-14 in the fourth quarter to win their third straight game. In the win, junior power forward Olivia Murphy had another impact performance, scoring 26 points and grabbing 17 rebounds. […]
