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Tula Sfougaris, 89, a lifelong resident of Canton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Tula wants to be remembered for her love of family and friends, for being a hard worker and a consummate volunteer. She was born and raised in Canton. Her glory days were at CHS. She was captain of the […]
Mar 6 2025 | Posted in
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Officials from the town of Norwood, with the support of state and federal legislators and the backing of dozens of regional municipal and public safety officials, are pleased to launch the “Finish Norwood Hospital” campaign to help bring an acute care hospital back to Norwood. It has been four-plus years since catastrophic flooding damaged Norwood […]
Feb 28 2025 | Posted in
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The Irish Cultural Centre will kick off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with its annual event in Boston at the UMass Club, along with Family Weekend hosted at the ICC itself. These March events include a range of musicians, bands, ensembles, Irish step dancers, delicious food, and packed itineraries of cultural activities and displays. The Irish […]
Feb 28 2025 | Posted in
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Anna Marie Kenny of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away on February 15, 2025, with her loving daughters by her side. Anna Marie was born on October 18, 1936, in Norwood to the late Philip and Pasqualina (Petterino) Zanazzo. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Joseph Kenny, and her sister, Lillian Adele Zanazzo. Anna Marie […]
Feb 27 2025 | Posted in
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Stephen Vincent DeSisto, 64, of Middleton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, surrounded by his loved ones. Stephen was born on February 25, 1960, in Hyde Park, son of Joseph and Elaine (Jefferson) DeSisto. He was raised in Canton and graduated from Xaverian Brothers High School in 1978. After graduation, Stephen found his true […]
Feb 27 2025 | Posted in
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Loretta Eileen Loffreda, 93, of Lansdale, PA, died on February 7, 2025. Lori was born in Canton in 1931 to Carlo and Jennie Zanazzo. She attended Canton High School, then the New England Deaconess School of Nursing, graduating in 1953 with an RN. She went on to have a career in public health and nursing, […]
Feb 27 2025 | Posted in
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Roger Bousseau, 81, of Hyde Park, formerly of Haiti, died February 5, 2025. Roger was a devoted Christian. He worked in computer diagnostics and as a pharmaceutical technician for St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. He enjoyed exercising, soccer, reading, debating, and giving heartfelt advice. Devoted husband of Josette Bousseau (Fleurival). Loving father of Herbert Bousseau of Hyde […]
Feb 27 2025 | Posted in
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Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the February 20 edition include: * Canton’s Sebastian Wilkins soars to new heights at nation’s top prep school * CHS alum Tess O’Riordan to compete for Miss Massachusetts * Senior Valentine’s Dance hosted by the Dept. of […]
Feb 20 2025 | Posted in
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Susan E. Walker passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 10, 1948, in Boston, she was the loving daughter of Russell and Jean King. Susan’s life was one of creativity and dedication to her family. Raised in Hyde Park, Susan attended Hyde Park High School where she […]
Feb 19 2025 | Posted in
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Thomas William Crowe of Canton, died unexpectedly on February 7, 2025. Born in Dorchester on September 28, 1961, he attended St. Gregory School and Boston Latin School. He was an Eagle Scout from Troop 66. Tom graduated from Bentley College with a business degree and worked for many years at John Hancock Insurance/Manulife. He was […]
Feb 19 2025 | Posted in
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