Minnie G. Karol, 97, of Canton, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised on the Tuscarora Indian Reservation in Sanborn, New York, she moved to Canton in 1957 with her husband, the late Stephen A. Karol Sr. She lived in Canton for the rest […]
Scott J. MacLeod, known as “Toot” to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 70, in Norwood. Born in Boston on September 21, 1954, to his parents Colin and Thelma (Jackson) MacLeod, Scott was a lifelong resident of Canton and a strong presence in the local community. […]
William F. Lester, 70, of Wells, Maine, and Leesburg, Florida, formerly of Canton, passed away on October 6, 2024, after a long illness. Billy was born and raised in Canton and graduated from Canton High. He graduated from Northern Essex Community College with honors and worked for many years as a registered respiratory therapist. Billy […]
Town Administrator Charles Doody told the Select Board Tuesday night that he will be talking to at least four candidates who are interested in the interim police chief’s position. The names were given to Doody by the Mass. Police Chiefs Association. Doody may report back his choices for interviews at the board’s next meeting on […]
The CHS girls outdoor track team earned an impressive team victory over perennial league power Oliver Ames last week, winning 77-59 to improve to 3-1 on the season. “It was a total team effort,” said head coach Anna Amico. “Each athlete competed hard and did what was needed. The energy and determination were inspiring to witness.” The […]
Working with the Trump administration, Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staff have made significant cuts to funding and staffing of various government offices and agencies. Just four days after the inauguration, USAID was one of the first to come under the knife. The organization has been the primary administrator of civilian […]
Canton’s Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, a state-run facility serving children and young adults with multiple disabilities for the past 120 years, has been given a potential lifeline thanks to the efforts of state Rep. Bill Galvin, state Senator Paul Feeney, and many others. With the planned closure of the facility currently on pause at […]
Residents of all ages gathered on Saturday at Mass Audubon’s Museum of American Bird Art (MABA) Education Center for the sixth annual community Earth Day celebration known as Canton GreenFest. The event featured more than 20 exhibitors, a performance by award-winning musician Alastair Moock, community art activities, guided trail hikes and more. This year’s celebration […]
Gregory Crandell of Canton, 77, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Beth Israel Deaconess Needham Hospital. Born in Boston to the late William and Marie (Penta) Crandell, Gregg spent all of his life in the Massachusetts area, maintaining ties to his roots. He is survived by his wife, Anne Schertzer, and his children, Jeffrey, […]
Marion G. Cook of Dorchester died peacefully April 29, 2025. She was 93 years old. Marion was the daughter of the late George and Mary Cook (Kane). She worked as a medical secretary in the radiology department at the former Carney Hospital for many years and later worked as a cafeteria assistant for the Boston […]
