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Christopher J. “Hogen” Wade, 55, of Stoughton, formerly of Canton, passed away in an accident November 25. Born in Boston, he was raised in Canton and graduated from Canton High School, Class of 1983. He worked as a landscaper for By the Yard Landscaping in Sharon. Chris was an avid golfer and played street hockey […]
Dec 3 2020 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
William F. Lester, 93, of Canton, died peacefully November 24, 2020. He was a retired installer for the telephone company where he worked for many years, and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #2095. Devoted husband of the late Margaret M. Lester (Shea). Loving father of William F. Lester Jr. and his wife, […]
Dec 3 2020 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Patricia M. Brendel (Byrne), 70, died peacefully at home November 24, 2020. Patricia was a devoted wife and mother who was the caring owner of many pets throughout the years. She worked for many years at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA in both staff and management positions. She was a dedicated parish secretary for St. […]
Dec 3 2020 | Posted in
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Gerald C. “Jerry” McGowan of Canton passed away peacefully November 19 surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Roslindale, Jerry graduated from Boston English High School and earned a bachelor’s degree while working at the telephone company where he enjoyed a long and accomplished career before retirement. Jerry was a longtime member of […]
Nov 25 2020 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
The Canton Board of Health, Fire Chief Charles Doody and Interim Superintendent of Schools Derek Folan wish to share health and safety guidance for residents as they finalize plans and prepare for their Thanksgiving celebrations this year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), traveling increases one’s potential to be exposed to […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen (1 day early) for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the November 25 edition include: * New coach, senior captains keep Bulldog football spirit alive during layoff (click here for excerpt) * Recap of COVID Task Force November 12 webinar * Canton’s Lauren […]
Nov 25 2020 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Dear Editor: On behalf of all Canton, a big thank you to Town Clerk Tracy Kenney, the Town Clerk’s Office, and all of the poll workers who together did a magnificent job assuring a smooth and safe election experience for all. This was an extraordinary and demanding year for our clerk’s office: a postponed local […]

Will Gefteas, a junior at Canton High School, has been selected as the recipient of the MIAA Student-Athlete of the Month Award for October 2020. A three-sport athlete in golf, Unified basketball and Unified track, Gefteas earned the respect of his teammates early on. “Will is an incredible role model for the younger members of […]
Nov 20 2020 | Posted in
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Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the November 19 edition include: * Recap of latest School Committee meeting (click here for excerpt) * Profile of new JFK Elementary School Principal Emily DiDonna * True Tales from Canton’s Past: Going to the Dogs (click […]
Nov 20 2020 | Posted in
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Joseph A. Bruno, Sr., 89, of Canton, passed away November 15. Born and raised in Brighton, he graduated from Brighton High School and Wentworth Institute of Technology and was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He worked as a mechanical engineer for Coulter Systems and Lincoln Labs in Bedford for many years before retiring. […]
Nov 19 2020 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen