Daniel F. Gifford Sr., 64, of Canton, passed away May 23 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. Born in Norwood, he was raised in Pembroke and graduated from Silver Lake Regional High School. He worked as a carpenter and maintenance worker for Cumming Corp in Avon before retiring. Danny enjoyed woodworking, NASCAR, and […]
Roy Philip “Phil” Harding, 81, of Canton, Raynham and Zephyrhills, FL, passed away on May 15, 2021, after a brief illness. Phil was the best friend and beloved husband of Mary (Roache) Harding for 60 years. He was a loving and selfless father to their two daughters, Mary Therese and her husband, Paul Bastable, and […]
Dear Editor: I have lived in the same home in Canton for all my years. When I decided to downsize, I wished to remain in Canton among dear friends and a rich life rooted in this community. To say it’s been a struggle to find a suitable place to live is an understatement. My needs […]
Naomi Akan, an ABA tutor at the Hansen Elementary School and a parent of a CHS student, was honored last Friday by state Senator Walter Timilty and State Rep. Bill Galvin for attaining her U.S. citizenship, fulfilling a personal goal. Akan was presented with official citations from the Senate and House in an outdoor ceremony […]
Check out this week’s special issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the May 20 mass-mailed edition include: * Annual town meeting prep: Budget highlights, key articles and more * Photo coverage of Canton High’s production of Sister Act * True Tales from Canton’s Past by local […]
David F. Brown of Medford, ME, and formerly of Canton, MA, passed away May 14 surrounded by his family. David is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Carol (and even though he promised he would not go first she forgives him). He was an amazing father to his children: David and Kathy Brown […]
Roger Albert Moore, of Stoughton, formerly of Canton, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2021 after a short illness. He was 89 years old. Roger grew up in Canton and was a standout lineman on Canton High School’s 1949 undefeated football team. He also played semi-professional football for the Canton Town Club. He spent most of his […]
The Canton Citizen is pleased to announce its all-star selections for the Winter/Fall 2 seasons. The full list, featuring 32 CHS athletes from 11 sports, appears in this week’s print edition as part of the Citizen’s Winter/Fall2 sports wrap-up. Boys MVP (Hockey) Sean Connolly Winner of the Hockomock Davenport Division’s Most Valuable Player Award, Connolly […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the May 13 edition include: * Canton Citizen’s Winter/Fall 2 Sports Wrap-Up featuring all-stars and individual team summaries * Regional dispatch center provides Canton with professional-level support * Former School Committee chair reflects on eventful 6-year […]
James R. Magee, Jr., 63, a lifelong resident of Canton, passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital on May 8, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Jim attended St. John’s School, Canton Public Schools, Class of 1975, and Northeastern University, Class of 1980, where he majored in criminal justice. He worked with the New York City […]
