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Louise C. Grimley (Dwyer), formerly of Canton and Centerville, of Mansfield, passed away at home October 18. Born and raised in Boston, she previously lived in Canton and Centerville before moving to Mansfield in 2015. Louise worked in the cafeteria at the John F. Kennedy School in Canton for several years. Beloved wife of the […]
Oct 28 2016 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
Editor’s note: The newly approved Reservoir Pond use regulations allow for boat launching at the Earl Newhouse Waterfront for boats no larger than 16 feet and with a motor no greater than 10 horsepower. Dear Editor: Last Tuesday evening, the Canton Board of Selectmen addressed a self-described long-winded letter that I previously sent to the […]

Guests in both traditional Indian and Western attire flocked to Sharon Middle School last month to witness the magnificent Bharathanatyam Arangetram (solo dance debut) of 14-year-old CHS student Anvitha Addanki, daughter of Chandana and Vijay Addanki.
Oct 28 2016 | Posted in
News,
Schools | By
Canton Citizen
Check out this week’s issue of the Canton Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the October 27 edition include: * Update on the lawsuit filed against Canton’s new outdoor adventure park * Photo coverage of the Hansen Fall Festival and the Great Pumpkin Feud * Living with Coyotes: The latest installment […]
Oct 28 2016 | Posted in
Uncategorized | By
Canton Citizen
George E. Lyons, Jr., 81, of Canton, passed away October 16 at home. Born in Boston, he was raised in South Boston and Dorchester and graduated from Dorchester High School. George was a hard worker and started his own company, George E. Lyons, Jr. Inc., just after high school, which he operated for over 50 […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
Beginning on Monday, October 24, and continuing through Friday, November 4, all registered voters in Canton will have the option of casting their ballots early for the November 8 state election. Unlike absentee voting — which will still be available for registered voters who will be absent from Canton on Election Day, have a disability […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
Town Election | By
Canton Citizen

The Canton Fire Department held its annual open house at CFD headquarters on Saturday. The event featured fire apparatus displays, live demonstrations, free food, and prizes for children. See this week’s Canton Citizen
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
Photo Gallery | By
Canton Citizen
This coming Saturday, October 22, the Canton Board of Health will host its annual Health Fair, a popular fall tradition in the town dating back nearly 30 years. The Health Fair, which is free and open to all residents, will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Canton High School. This year marks […]
Oct 21 2016 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen

On Sunday, October 16, Canton-based moving company Humboldt Storage and Moving held its fifth annual Humboldt Truck Pull to benefit Special Olympics Massachusetts. This year, the event was held at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton. Over $14,000 was raised by Truck Pull participants and spectators. Since its inception, the event has raised close to […]
Oct 20 2016 | Posted in
Business | By
Canton Citizen
Dear Editor: We were so saddened to read about the untimely death of Mr. Gary McNamara recently. Our three children, Karen, Laura and Eric, were all privileged to be taught and inspired by “Mr. Mac” and so many other wonderful Canton teachers when they were young. They are all thriving today in no small measure […]