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Agatha Lucy (diBella) Ford, 98, of Canton, peacefully passed away on November 16 at the John Scott Nursing Home in Braintree. Agatha was a graduate of Girls Latin School and the Teachers College of the City of Boston, where she was valedictorian of the class of 1940. She also completed courses at Boston University School […]
Nov 23 2017 | Posted in
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Diane Seaverns Brady, 61, of South Yarmouth and formerly of Norwood, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 16, after a courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. Diane was a 1974 graduate of Norwood High School and studied at Northeastern University. Both sons entered the Marine Corps and she became a proud Marine Mom. She volunteered with […]
Nov 23 2017 | Posted in
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Robert E. Borden, 81, of Canton, passed away November 14 at Norwood Hospital after a brief illness. Born and raised in Cambridge, he attended Cambridge schools and was a veteran of the Army National Guard. He worked as a custodian for the Ten Acre School in Wellesley for many years before retiring. He has lived […]
Nov 23 2017 | Posted in
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Dear Editor: On Monday, November 13, someone made the decision to pave Messinger and Walnut streets. Okay, but what explains the decision to pave Rockland and Mechanic streets at the same time, making it physically impossible for any resident to get home or for school buses, mail deliveries, UPS, etc. to get through. This was a huge mistake […]
Dear Editor: Given the connection between Napleton Co. and Canton Holdings, does Canton really think it wise to buy a bridge from this outfit? (The zoning board has approved a new road and bridge through the Plymouth Rubber redevelopment site that will connect Revere and Neponset streets.) Ever since the million-dollar expenditure approved at town […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Canton Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the November 22 edition include: * Photo coverage of the CHS drama club’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream * Thankful CHS star athlete finds own way to give back * True Tales from Canton’s Past by local historian George […]
Nov 23 2017 | Posted in
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Congratulations to the 2017 Canton Pop Warner C team for making it to the Hockomock Super Bowl. Despite a loss against Mansfield, the Bulldogs had a remarkable season. Thanks to coaches Mike Wagner, Brian Lane, and Vinnie DiBiasio for your time, commitment, and dedication to the sport and, more importantly, to player development. Team members include Ahmed Abuelbasher, Amaan […]
Dear Editor: My younger son recently played his final game in a Canton Youth Hockey uniform. I would like to thank the program for the many wonderful experiences my two boys have had over the last 15 seasons and acknowledge the wonderful volunteers, both coaches and administrators, who make this program possible. With over 500 kids registered, […]
John E. Martin, 78, of Canton, passed away November 14 at Norwood Hospital. Born and raised in Canton, he attended Canton High School and graduated from Stoughton High School. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam Era and a member of the Easton VFW. John worked for Trelleborg Company in Randolph as a chemical […]
Nov 17 2017 | Posted in
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Rosemary T. Langill of Webster, formerly of Canton, passed into God’s hands November 13, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Leonard J. “Lenny” Langill. Loving daughter of the late Mildred and Jeremiah F. Kelliher. Devoted sister of the late Francis J. Kelliher. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Former owner of […]
Nov 17 2017 | Posted in
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