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On Tuesday, November 24, from 7-9 p.m., the Trustees of Reservations will host an evening of classical and contemporary music and light hors d’oeuvres in celebration of Eleanor Cabot Bradley’s Thanksgiving tradition of preparing the holiday meal for family and friends at her home in Canton. Bradley was proud of serving foods she raised and […]
Nov 13 2015 | Posted in
News | By
Canton Citizen
The following letter is in reference to a new joint funding partnership between the Canton Fire Department, the Council on Aging, and the American Red Cross. Interested seniors can have free fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors installed in their home while also receiving a free emergency preparedness kit. Dear Editor: “Make your appointment to […]
Thomas E. Ferry, 53, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly at home November 6. Born in Stoughton, he was a lifelong resident of Canton. He graduated from Blue Hills Regional High School and worked as a custodian at Orchard Cove in Canton. Thomas enjoyed refurbishing old cars and loved animals, especially his pet boxers … Order […]
Nov 13 2015 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
William F. Marshall, 73, of Canton, passed away November 3, 2015, after a long illness. William worked as a school teacher for the Boston Public Schools, teaching math and science in junior and middle school until retiring in 1997. He was also involved with the Canton Recreation Commission, where he coached youth basketball and the […]
Nov 13 2015 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen

Reeze Loh-Darragh has been named investment executive at B.O.C. Financial Services and financial advisor with Infinex Financial Group. Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin and Malay in addition to English, Loh-Darragh will provide financial services to the diverse communities of Randolph, Quincy, and the greater south shore area from her office at Bank of Canton’s Quincy branch at 60 McGrath […]
Nov 6 2015 | Posted in
Business | By
Canton Citizen
Larry A. King, Jr., 49, of Canton, passed away suddenly November 3. Born in Boston, he was raised in Canton where he played both Pop Warner football and Little League baseball. Larry graduated from Canton High School and attended Northeastern University and Fitchburg State College, where he played football. He lived most of his life […]
Nov 6 2015 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
John D. Murphy, Sr., 82, died October 31, 2015, after a lengthy illness. A Coast Guard veteran of the Korean War, John worked for many years for Eastern Airlines, both as an aviation mechanic and a pilot. An expert ham radio operator, he volunteered at the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton, sharing his hobby and […]
Nov 6 2015 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
Dear Editor: Hey guys — yes, I am talking to you. Do you have “cabin fever?” Tired of reading, television, and the same four walls? Would you like to see some different faces and talk about something other than family, food prices, relatives and neighbors? Here is a suggestion. The Senior Men’s Club is a […]
One man was injured and another has been pronounced dead following a highly publicized domestic disturbance incident at a Washington Street residence on Tuesday, November 3. The deceased man, who has since been identified by the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office as Larry King Jr., 49, was reportedly involved in a standoff with police and […]
On Friday, October 23, state and local officials and stakeholders gathered at Ponkapoag Golf Course, which is located within the Blue Hills State Reservation in Canton, to officially reopen the historic Course No. 1. Recently, the state Department of Conservation and Recreation
Nov 5 2015 | Posted in
News | By
Canton Citizen