Edward R. Piana, 90, passed away February 13 at Cornerstone at Canton. A lifelong resident of Canton, Ed attended the Revere and Eliot schools, Boston College High School, and Northeastern University. After graduation he then served honorably with the U.S. Army 7th Infantry Division in the Korean War from 1953-54. In 1955 he married Ann […]
Richard P. Carco, 73, a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, sadly passed away on February 9, 2021 at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center. He will be missed by many. Born on September 4, 1947, Richie, as he was known to family and friends, was a lifelong resident of Canton. He is survived by […]
A pair of mute swans engage in a courtship ritual during a recent winter swim on Canton’s Forge Pond. (Cynthia Rosina photo) Have a nature photo to share? Send to submissions@thecantoncitizen.com to be considered for publication in print or online.
Alice G. DiStasio (Richardson), 90, of Canton, passed away February 4 at the Hellenic Nursing Home. Born in Boston, she was raised in Hyde Park and graduated from Hyde Park High School. Alice lived in Canton for 50 years and worked as a senior assistant tech serv at the Canton Public Library for 10 years […]
John A. Finnigan, Jr. (Jack), 79, of Canton and New Port Richey, FL, passed away February 3, 2021. Jack was a veteran serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. He was a graduate of Boston College and was a member of the American Legion, the Canton Town Club, and the Knights of Columbus #2095. […]
Ernest J. Bianco Jr., 75, of Whitman, died Sunday, January 31, 2021. Ernest enjoyed antique cars and was a member of Reedy’s Archery Club in Middleton and the Silver Lake Auto Club. Devoted husband of Annemarie K. Bianco of Whitman. Loving father of Paul Mizzilli and his wife, Anna, of Plymouth, Ernest J. Bianco III […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the February 11 edition include: * Community in Unity: New spotlight series (click here for 1st installment) * True Tales from Canton’s Past: Part 1 in a series on the life and military career of Leonard […]
Canton residents of all ages took advantage of the recent cold snap as temperatures dipped into the single digits last week. Kids and adults enjoyed ice skating, ice fishing, and some good old-fashioned fun in the snow. See this week’s Citizen for more outdoor winter photos. Click here to order your subscription today.
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the February 4 edition include: * Board of Health opts for lottery system due to limited vaccine supply * Schools launch new program to improve student mental health * Recap of the Feb. 2 Select Board […]
James F. Houghton (affectionately known as Hun, Dad, Papa, Buddy, Jimmy, and Red), of Canton, died peacefully, but unexpectedly February 1, 2021, at the age of 91. The beloved husband of the late Agnes M. Houghton. He was born on January 7, 1930 to James Andrew and Mary (Biesty) Houghton on Neponset Avenue in Dorchester. Devoted […]
