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Eleanor T. Russo (Trupasso), 89, of Canton, passed away October 15 at New England Sinai Hospital. Born in Everett, she was raised in Revere and graduated from Revere High School. She has lived in Canton for the last 27 years and previously lived in Winchester. She was a member of the Canton Catholic Women’s Club […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Mary M. Venckus (Ruane), 98, of Stoughton, formerly of Canton, passed away October 12 at the Copley at Stoughton after a brief illness. Born and raised in Canton, she graduated from St. John’s School in 1931. She worked as a sales clerk for Jordan Marsh in Braintree for many years before retiring in 1988. She […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Margaret T. Perry, 79, of Weymouth, formerly of Braintree and Canton, died unexpectedly October 10, 2012. Beloved daughter of the late Ronald and Doris Kennedy. Loving mother of James S. Perry of Chelsea, Richard S. Perry of Weymouth, Thomas M. Perry and his wife, Elana, of Whitman, and the late Joseph S. Perry Jr. She […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Jacqueline M. Kelleher (Wood), 83, of Canton, passed away October 9 at Norwood Hospital. Born and raised in Wilton, Maine, she attended Wilton schools where she played basketball. She has lived in Canton for the last 65 years and worked as an operator for New England Telephone for many years before retiring. Beloved wife of […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Dorothy A. (Cress) Allen, of Canton, passed away October 9 at the age of 77. Devoted mother of Darcy A. Murphy and her husband, Robert, of Saylorsburg, PA, and the late Michael R. Allen. Loving “Nana” of William Murphy. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. All services will be private at the […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Rose Mary Carroll (Fahey), 84, of Canton, died October 5, 2012. Born and raised in Readville, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Viola Fahey. She enjoyed fishing and spending time with her family at their family camp in Mt. Chase, Maine. Rose was a gifted piano and organ player and was a […]
Oct 18 2012 | Posted in
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Upcoming Home Games Football (1-3): Oct. 12 vs. Mansfield @ 6 p.m. Volleyball (11-0): Oct. 15 vs. Milford @ 4:45 p.m. Boys’ Soccer (6-5): Oct. 13 vs. Milford @ 6 p.m. Girls’ Soccer (8-1-1): Oct. 16 vs. Oliver Ames @ 3:30 p.m.; Oct. 19 vs. Sharon @ 3:45 p.m. Golf (5-4): Oct. 16 vs. Mansfield […]
Oct 11 2012 | Posted in
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The Canton water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this is not an emergency, customers have a right to know what happened, what they should do, and what the town is doing to correct this situation. The Water Department routinely monitors for the presence of drinking water contaminants. During the month of September, […]
Political yard signs encouraging, not ‘trashy’ Dear Editor: I must respectfully disagree with the recent letter to the editor decrying the presence of political signs that have popped up in yards around town. I do not find them to be “trashy.” On the contrary, in an era of voter apathy, I find it heartening to […]

The Open Book Coffeehouse continues its eighth consecutive season of showcasing live, acoustic music on Saturday, October 20, at 7:30 p.m. with Cajun band Magnolia. Since 1989, Magnolia has been New England’s hometown Cajun band. Learning their music from Louisiana’s finest, Magnolia has earned a solid reputation at home and recognition in the Cajun heartland. […]
Oct 10 2012 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen