Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the February 8 edition include: * Select Board to delay bridge spending and more highlights from 2/6 meeting * Attorneys for Read to argue dismissal, sanctions * True Tales from Canton’s Past: Mama, I’m Cold * Playa […]
In this two-part installment of True Tales from Canton’s Past, local historian George T. Comeau recounts the February 1895 murder of John Fleming, a young man of just 18 who was fatally shot in a downtown Canton shop. The series was originally published in the Citizen in early 2020 and was reprinted over the past […]
The College Board has recognized Canton High School as an Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Roll School. AP courses offer high school students high-level classes that can qualify them for college credit or advanced placement once they begin college. CHS was recognized with a Bronze Level Award as well as an Access Award. To earn the […]
This story originally appeared in the January 25 edition of the Citizen. The Neponset River Regional Chamber held its 130th annual meeting last week at the Four Points by Sheraton in Norwood. Awards were presented to four local businesses for their contributions to the region and the chamber. The Small Business of the Year Award […]
Anthony “Tony” Palladino Sr., a devoted family man and skilled craftsman, passed away peacefully at his home in Canton, surrounded by his loving family. Born in the town of Montemiletto, Avellino, Italy, Tony’s warm spirit and zest for life were apparent in his love for his family and his work. Tony was the beloved husband […]
Leonard “Lenny” Rudnick of Wellington, FL, and Canton, passed away on February 1, 2024, at the age of 97 and a half. Lenny was the son of the late Solomon and Bertha Rudnick. Brother of the late Joe and Bea Rudnick and Marise Rudnick and the late Rita and Charlie Fienberg. Married to the late […]
Christine Healey, 74, of Concord, died at home on January 31, 2024. One of eight children of Priscilla and Paul Healey, Christine was born on December 14, 1949, and grew up in Canton. She graduated from Goddard College, and later earned her master’s degree in special education from the University of New Orleans. Her course […]
Peter A. Camarra, 78, a lifelong resident of Canton, died peacefully and surrounded by his family on January 29, 2024. Peter was an avid Bruins, Red Sox, and Patriots fan and especially liked watching them win. He enjoyed movie nights and game nights with the kids and sitting by the pool being the “lifeguard.” He […]
Virginia E. Clay (Jason), 92, of Hull, died peacefully January 27, 2024. Virginia was the devoted wife of the late William Clay. Loving mother of Richard Wheelwright of Mendon, Paul Clay of Hull, the late John Wheelwright, and the late David Wheelwright. Virginia is also survived by eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will […]
The John F. Kennedy Elementary School proudly presented Disney’s The Lion King Jr. on Friday and Saturday, January 26 and 27, in the CHS auditorium. Check out the Feb. 1 edition of the Citizen for more play photos by Mike Tureski. Click here to order your subscription today. Play Cast Rafiki – Ava DeSantis; Mufasa – […]
