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Peter Scott of Canton, 80, formerly of Scituate, passed away on January 26, 2024. Peter was the son of the late Walter and Harriet (Mollan) Scott. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lorin and Jake Sullivan of Canton, and his grandchildren, Erin and Megan Beatty and Ava, Cole, and Quinn Sullivan. Peter is […]
Feb 1 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
There are only a few tickets remaining for the first of two comedy shows scheduled for Saturday evening, February 24, at the Canton Public Library as part of the Friends of the Library’s second annual Comedy Night Fundraiser. This year there will be two shows — one at 7 p.m. and another at 9 p.m. […]
Jan 26 2024 | Posted in
News | By
Canton Citizen
Canton Writes, the town-wide writing contest, once again invites everyone in Canton to sharpen their pencils, or fire up their laptops, and become the authors they are meant to be. Authors can enter in one of five age groups: grades K-2, grades 305, middle school, high school, and adult. Authors must live in Canton and […]

Update: The Canton Farmers Market has reduced ticket prices for its Feb. 29 Farmers Market Specials Dinner event at Northern Spy to $150 per person. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help ensure the farmers market remains sustainable for years to come while enabling CFM to continue its mission to educate residents and increase food access […]
Jan 26 2024 | Posted in
Business | By
Canton Citizen
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the January 25 edition include: * Court unseals letters between Norfolk DA and feds * New downtown restaurant honors legacy of owner’s late grandmother * CHS Drama Club hosts annual Talent Show * Highlights from the 1/18 […]
Jan 26 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Ronald Vangel Nasson, 91, of Walpole, formerly Jamaica Plain, passed away on January 20, 2024. Loving and devoted husband for 66 years to Iris (Duhaime). Cherished father of Linn Galligan and her husband, Edward, Lisa Sullivan and her husband, Frank, Cheryl Meehan and her husband, Ken, Rhonda Gropman and her husband, Michael, Andrea Varkas and […]
Jan 25 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Mary E. Wolfe, a cherished and admired figure in the community, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024, at the Ruth McLain Hospice in Braintree. Born in the coastal town of Weymouth, Mary’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the love she shared with those around her. Mary was the beloved daughter […]
Jan 18 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
David F. Hagan, a cherished soul known for his kindness and loving nature, passed away on January 13, 2024, at Newton Wellesley Hospital in Newton. Born in Boston, David was a lifelong resident of Canton and a beacon of joy to all who knew him. The beloved son of Eleanor Hagan (Barbetti) of Canton and […]
Jan 18 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
John J. Wright, a cherished soul known for his humor, selflessness, and spirited nature, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024, in Scarborough, ME. Born into this world in Norwood, John’s life was a testament to the joy and dedication he brought to his family, friends, and community. John was the beloved husband of the […]
Jan 18 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Judy Ann Bowen, 62, of West Yarmouth, formerly of Canton, passed away on January 12, 2024. Judy was the beloved daughter of the late Edith (McDermott) Bowen and William Bowen, Sr. of West Yarmouth. She was the loving sister to Diane McGuire of Weare, NH, Mae-beth Robbins and her husband, George Robbins Sr., of Stoughton, […]
Jan 18 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen