Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the August 12 edition include: * Town of Canton named a Purple Heart Community – photos by Moira Sweetland * Select Board explores uses for Ponkapoag School and more meeting highlights * Revere Heritage Series: Founding […]
The town of Canton joined the ranks of Massachusetts’ official Purple Heart communities in a solemn outdoor ceremony held at Cobb’s Corner on Saturday, August 7. The event coincided with National Purple Heart Day, an annual observance commemorating the creation of America’s oldest military decoration. Established by George Washington in 1782 and originally called the […]
Anite Spicer (Azulphat), 69, of Canton, formerly of Mattapan and Haiti, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021. Anite worked as a devoted and caring nurse for many years. She enjoyed music, dancing, planting flowers, and most of all spending time with her beloved grandchildren. Daughter of the late Mera and Aristile Azulphat. Loving mother of […]
Canton resident Renee Tepper captured this stunning image of ducks and geese relaxing on Bolivar Pond during a recent foggy July morning. Have a nature-themed photo to share? Send to submissions@thecantoncitizen.com for consideration in our print or online editions.
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the August 5 edition include: * Canton toddler completes Blue Hills’ 125-mile hiking challenge * Local officials weigh masking guidance (click for story) * Select Board ramps up Rez boating enforcement and more 8/3 meeting highlights […]
Alex Caracciolo of Canton went to be with Jesus on Friday, July 23, 2021. Husband of Gail Ragusa for 19 years. Devoted Dad of Adison, Camryn, Brianna and Alex Jr. Caracciolo. Proud Grandpa of Jaycie. Brother of Ralph, Cheryl, Paul, Cathy, Anthony and Stephen. Son of the late Marie and Anthony Caracciolo. He is survived by many nephews, nieces, family, friends […]
Richard J. “Dick” Gallery of Quincy, formerly of Milton, passed away July 21 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Boston, he was raised in Milton and graduated from Milton High School and Stonehill College and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Dick was a star athlete growing up and […]
Philip C. Mazzola of Kingston passed away peacefully on July 10 with his family by his side. He was the beloved partner of Helen Smith, who predeceased him by one day. Dedicated and loving father of Donnamarie Mazzola of Burlington, NJ, Christopher and Danielle Mazzola of Orlando, FL, and James and Laura Mazzola of Canton. Adoring […]
The Canton Citizen is pleased to announce its MVP selections for the spring 2021 season. All-star selections are also listed below (write-ups on each athlete can be found in the 7/29 print edition as part of our annual spring sports wrap-up.) Boys Co-MVP Dylan Coyne A senior captain and three-year starter in goal for the […]
~New photo display to honor loved ones lost~ The Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) invites the public to its annual Celebration of Life on Tuesday, August 31, from 7-9 p.m. on the grounds of the Canton Senior Center at 500 Pleasant Street. Held in conjunction with International Overdose Awareness Day, the event remembers those […]
