According to a new FBI report, there was a “devastating spike” in scams last year, with the impact of the scams often being catastrophic for the victims. Many think it’s “just” older people who get scammed. That’s not true. Victims are of all ages, and some believe that younger people are particularly likely to become […]
Contested races for Select Board and Planning Board will headline the upcoming annual town election after the field was set on Tuesday with 12 candidates returning nomination papers for 10 open seats. In the race for the lone Select Board up for grabs, veteran incumbent John Connolly will face his first challenge in recent memory […]
A plan for the community reuse of the former St. Gerard’s Church is back on track, following the launch of a grant-funded feasibility study that will analyze the property and provide a range of reuse options and projected costs for the town. “We are excited to kick off this next phase,” said Town Administrator Charles […]
After finishing with a winning record in the regular season for the first time in recent memory, the Canton High varsity wrestling team continued to show signs of improvement with an impressive showing at last weekend’s Division 2 central sectional meet held at Bellingham High School. One year after qualifying only two wrestlers for states […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the February 20 edition include: * Canton’s Sebastian Wilkins soars to new heights at nation’s top prep school * CHS alum Tess O’Riordan to compete for Miss Massachusetts * Senior Valentine’s Dance hosted by the Dept. of […]
Girls track has record-setting day at D3 meet The CHS girls indoor track team had a great day Friday at the MIAA Division 3 Championships at the Reggie Lewis Center in Boston. The girls finished 11th overall in a deep field of talented teams. All CHS relays scored points, showcasing the depth of the Canton […]
By Darcie Fisher Seven Canton Public Schools students have been recognized with 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. They competed against students from across New England at the regional level. Five of the students received awards in the art category, while two were honored in the writing category. Submissions were based on originality, technical skill, […]
Susan E. Walker passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 10, 1948, in Boston, she was the loving daughter of Russell and Jean King. Susan’s life was one of creativity and dedication to her family. Raised in Hyde Park, Susan attended Hyde Park High School where she […]
Thomas William Crowe of Canton, died unexpectedly on February 7, 2025. Born in Dorchester on September 28, 1961, he attended St. Gregory School and Boston Latin School. He was an Eagle Scout from Troop 66. Tom graduated from Bentley College with a business degree and worked for many years at John Hancock Insurance/Manulife. He was […]
Melissa L. (Merchant) Kirk, age 53, a lifelong resident of Canton, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, after a courageous journey with breast cancer. Melissa is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Peter Kirk, and their two wonderful daughters, Abigail and Rebecca Kirk. Melissa leaves behind her parents, John and Mary (Sullivan) Merchant, and […]
