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Esther Whitney Giannetta, the wife of Frank Giannetta, died on July 3, 2019, from complications of a gall bladder infection. She was 92 years old. Esther and her younger sister Ruth grew up in Livermore Falls, Maine, where her parents were schoolteachers. She attended Boston University for two years where she earned an associate’s degree […]
Sep 13 2019 | 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 September 12 special complimentary edition include: * Details on the new JFK modular addition and 21st century classroom design * Canton siblings hold fundraiser for Liberian children * Upcoming events: Neponset chamber anniversary, library tech gala […]
Sep 13 2019 | Posted in
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B’nai Tikvah invites residents of Canton and surrounding communities to the dedication of its Holocaust Memorial Courtyard on Sunday, September 15, at 1 p.m. at 1301 Washington Street in Canton. The event will serve to dedicate the courtyard and raise awareness of the resources about the Holocaust available at B’nai Tikvah, including the Lustbader-Babcock Library […]
Sep 7 2019 | Posted in
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Submitted by the Neponset Stormwater Partnership Dogs produce a lot of waste, which over time, can pose a health threat to swimmers, wildlife, and water quality. Dog waste carries high levels of harmful E. coli bacteria and other pathogens that can wash into storm drains and waterways, increasing public health risks and causing infections. Health […]

The American Legion’s Edward J. Beatty Post 24 held a birthday celebration last Friday for its oldest living member, Tony Pavidis, who turned 100 years old on August 30. Pavidis, who was born in the same year that the Legion was established, graduated from Canton High School in 1937 and went on to serve as […]
Sep 6 2019 | 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 September 5 edition include: * Tribute to Canton’s Don Rodman (click here for excerpt) * Superintendent outlines goals for 2019-20 school year * Photo coverage of CAASA’s 3rd annual Celebration of Life event * Orchard Cove […]
Sep 6 2019 | Posted in
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Ruth (Sorensen) Wesley, 94, of Canton, loving wife and mother, passed away on September 1, 2019. As a teenager she was a member of the RSROA and was an award-winning roller skate dancer at the Winter Garden. She was always proud of North Quincy High School where she graduated in 1943. Three months later she […]
Sep 6 2019 | Posted in
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Fannie Chung, 89, of Concord, formerly of Hyde Park, died August 30, 2019, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family. Fannie was a retired administrative assistant who worked for many years at Curry College. She was an avid photographer, taking thousands of pictures of her family and her travels around the […]
Sep 6 2019 | Posted in
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Louise C. Donlon (Stuart), 93, of Canton, passed away August 29 at Norwood Hospital. Born and raised in Canton, she graduated from Canton High School Class of 1943 where she played on the field hockey team. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Canton and the Sands Hills Beach Association in Scituate. […]
Sep 6 2019 | Posted in
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William E. Moore, 89, of Canton, passed away August 28 at Season’s Hospice in Milton. Born in Dorchester, he was raised in Milton and graduated from Milton High School Class of 1948 and was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of Local 12 Plumbers Union in Boston for over 70 […]
Sep 6 2019 | Posted in
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