The Canton Historical Society will host an extraordinary presentation by noted aviation historian Jerry O’Neill on Sunday, May 31, at 1:30 p.m. at 1400 Washington Street. The program will explore the lives and wartime experiences of Robert and Roy Gelpke, twin brothers who both served as pilots during World War II. At the heart of […]
Margaret E. Meissner, 88, of Canton, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis X. Meissner, to whom she was married for over 50 years. She was the loving mother of Steven and his wife, Elizabeth, of North Easton; Edward (Ted) and his wife, Erin, of Keswick, […]
Frederick Coyne Jr. of Canton, formerly of Dorchester, died May 9, 2026. He was 75 years old. Fred was self-employed, working in the security industry. He was the son of the late Frederick and Dorothy Coyne. Brother of the late Robert Coyne. He is also survived by nieces Janet Almeida and Bernadette Coyne and nephew […]
Local kids from Canton and surrounding towns are invited to a morning of outdoor fun, achievement, and support for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at the 10th annual Tri-Town PMC Kids Ride on Saturday, June 13, at the Paul Revere Heritage Park in Canton. Organizers are hoping to increase last year’s ridership and community engagement as […]
The Canton Water Department has partnered with the Neponset River Watershed Association (NepRWA) to launch a public education program about the importance of water conservation. Local water restrictions curb lawn-watering, car-washing, and other non-essential outdoor water uses when drought risk is highest. Additionally, state-mandated water restrictions could further limit outdoor water use if drought conditions […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary McManus, 97, who was called home on May 9, 2026. Mary is now reunited with the love of her life, Paul McManus, who predeceased her by only six weeks. Together, they shared a beautiful and steadfast marriage of 71 years. Born and raised […]
Paul Edward McManus, 95, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the VA Hospital in West Roxbury. Born in Boston, he was the beloved son of the late Henry and Mary McManus (MacKenzie). Paul is survived by his wife, Mary; his daughters Susan and Mary McManus of Canton; his beloved sister Janet McManus of […]
Gertrude “Trudy” Ann Fitzgerald, born October 8, 1946, was a one-of-a-kind woman whose warmth, humor, and love brought people together everywhere she went. Raised in the Hough’s Neck neighborhood of Quincy, Trudy carried the strong sense of family and community she learned there throughout her life. She later split her time between Canton and Louisburg, […]
On Tuesday, April 28, the Canton Anti-Scam Taskforce hosted a panel discussion at the Senior Center to review some of the latest scam threats facing the public. Panelists at the free session included Diane Tynan, taskforce chair and director of the Canton Department of Elder & Human Services; Nick Maffeo, taskforce vice chair and president/CEO […]
The Hansen Elementary School fifth graders proudly presented The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition, based on the classic children’s fantasy novel by L. Frank Baum, on Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2, in the Canton High School auditorium. See this week’s Citizen for a full cast list and more play photos by Moira Sweetland. […]
