Local kids from Canton and surrounding towns are invited to a morning of outdoor fun, achievement, and support for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at the 10th annual Tri-Town PMC Kids Ride on Saturday, June 13, at the Paul Revere Heritage Park in Canton. Organizers are hoping to increase last year’s ridership and community engagement as […]
The Canton Water Department has partnered with the Neponset River Watershed Association (NepRWA) to launch a public education program about the importance of water conservation. Local water restrictions curb lawn-watering, car-washing, and other non-essential outdoor water uses when drought risk is highest. Additionally, state-mandated water restrictions could further limit outdoor water use if drought conditions […]
By Norfolk Commissioner Richard Staiti It has been my distinct honor to represent you as a Norfolk County Commissioner these past five years. As one of our three county commissioners, and the only one to hail from Canton, I would like to take a moment to highlight some of the great things the county is […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary McManus, 97, who was called home on May 9, 2026. Mary is now reunited with the love of her life, Paul McManus, who predeceased her by only six weeks. Together, they shared a beautiful and steadfast marriage of 71 years. Born and raised […]
Paul Edward McManus, 95, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the VA Hospital in West Roxbury. Born in Boston, he was the beloved son of the late Henry and Mary McManus (MacKenzie). Paul is survived by his wife, Mary; his daughters Susan and Mary McManus of Canton; his beloved sister Janet McManus of […]
Gertrude “Trudy” Ann Fitzgerald, born October 8, 1946, was a one-of-a-kind woman whose warmth, humor, and love brought people together everywhere she went. Raised in the Hough’s Neck neighborhood of Quincy, Trudy carried the strong sense of family and community she learned there throughout her life. She later split her time between Canton and Louisburg, […]
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) became a part of the Canton community in the fall of 1966 when Canton residents Truly Boufides, Pat Malloy, Peggy Hehir, Lee Malone, and Sheila Galligan founded the association’s Canton branch. The five women were busy raising their children but felt the need for intellectual stimulation and adult […]
With home wins last week over Stoughton and Franklin and another one this Monday against a strong Mansfield club, the Canton High baseball team is now firmly in the driver’s seat in the Hockomock Davenport Division, holding a one-game lead and the tiebreak advantage with eight games remaining in the regular season. It’s quite a […]
The long-awaited results of Canton High School’s 10-year reaccreditation process came with an enthusiastic stamp of approval and many commendations from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), a globally recognized leader in accreditation and school improvement. “The NEASC accreditation process is a major undertaking for schools, but it is a great opportunity […]
After a rare defeat last week at the hands of the King Philip Warriors, the CHS girls varsity lacrosse team bounced right back at the start of this week with a convincing home win over Milford. With their latest victory, the Bulldogs improved to 9-2 on the season and 7-2 in league games, putting them […]
