Jean H. Cushman, 79, of Canton, passed away July 26 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Rumford, Maine, she attended Canton schools and lived most of her life in Canton. She was a devoted wife and mother and worked as a home health aide for several years before retiring. She enjoyed spending […]
Francis A. Campbell, 63, of South Boston, passed away at home July 24 surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Charlestown, he graduated from Matignon High School and Merrimack College. He has lived in South Boston for the last 29 years, and in his early years he worked for the city of Boston […]
Dear Editor: I am deeply saddened and troubled by the closing of the Gridley Preschool (formerly run by the Recreation Department). My 4-year-old daughter attended the school this year and blossomed. Not only was the quality of the program excellent, but the teachers had a special gift for understanding young children. Whether it was when […]
As part of their ongoing commitment to beautify Canton, the women of the Canton Garden Club are busy watering the flowers around town. The Garden Club maintains plantings at various locations, including at the library, the Historical Society, and all of the “Welcome to Canton” signs. (Above) Flowers in bloom at the Canton Viaduct Submitted […]
On Saturday, August 3, Canton residents John, Mary and Rachel Shapiro will ride up to 190 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge as part of Team Erica’s Entourage. The Shapiros will be among 100 cyclists whose goal is to pedal to raise $1 million for the Erica Kaitz LMS Research NOW Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Last […]
Click here to order your subscription today. Check out this week’s issue of the Canton Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Special features in the August 1 issue include: * An in-depth look at the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council’s recent “mock” child abduction drill * A profile on Canton resident and world traveler […]
Above: Members of the Canton Dolphins swim team stay cool and celebrate summer with their annual ice cream party. For over 30 years, the Dolphins swim team has provided opportunities for Canton boys and girls to refine their swim strokes and to be part of a team that emphasizes personal improvement, sportsmanship, and fun. Coached […]
Canton resident Evan Myers shared the above photos of a motor vehicle crash scene that occurred on Tuesday evening, July 23, at 627 Pleasant Street. The vehicle crashed through a fence and struck a tree. No serious injuries were reported.
Cheryl A. Thomas, 63, of Canton, passed away after a brief illness at Norwood Hospital. Born and raised in Canton, she graduated from Canton High School and Colby College. She worked for Computershare as a telephone service rep. for many years before retiring. She enjoyed spending time with her family, listening to the band “The […]
Coleman “Buddy” M. King, 82, of Canton, died Monday afternoon, July 22, at the Hellenic Nursing Home in Canton after lengthy illness. Born in South Boston, the son of the late Michael and Julie (Dirrane) King, Mr. King had been a Dorchester resident before moving to Canton in 1976. Mr. King retired from Burke Distributors where […]
