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Hundreds of area residents gathered at the Irish Cultural Centre last weekend for Independence Day festivities sponsored by the Canton Parks & Recreation Department. It marked the first such event in the town since 2019 and featured a live concert by Classic Trax, activities for kids, and a fireworks display at the conclusion of the […]
Jul 2 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen

The Canton Citizen is pleased to announce its MVP selections for the spring 2022 season. All-star selections are also listed below (write-ups on each Citizen all-star can be found in the 6/30 print edition as part of our annual spring sports wrap-up.) Boys Co-MVP Max Kupferman Only a sophomore, Kupferman solidified his standing as one […]
In memory of Tony Andreotti and Richie Eckler and their tireless efforts on behalf of local veterans, the annual Canton Veteran Golf Tournament has been renamed in their honor. The event’s new logo will be printed on all golf balls and golf towels at the tournament. This year’s Tony Andreotti/Richie Eckler Golf Tournament will take […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the June 30 edition include: * Canton Citizen’s annual Spring Sports wrap-up, featuring all-star and MVP selections * Traffic Committee, new chief eye solutions to speeding problems * Local Protests: Women’s reproductive rights, Dunkin’ cage-free promise, and […]
Jul 1 2022 | Posted in
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Mary L. Duganiero of Canton passed away June 27. Born and raised in Canton, she graduated from St. John’s Commercial High School in Canton and was a lifelong resident of Canton. Mary worked in the wool trade in Boston as an office manager for 20 years and later worked as the deputy tax collector for […]
Jun 30 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen

The following was adapted from an entry posted on the CHS Athletics Blog and was republished with permission from the CHS Athletics Department. The Canton High School Athletics Department celebrated the many accomplishments of the Class of 2022 at its annual senior banquet on the eve of graduation day. “After holding the ceremony virtually over […]
Jun 24 2022 | Posted in
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For the first time since 2019, the town of Canton will celebrate Independence Day with its traditional slate of events — albeit a week earlier than usual due to scheduling challenges. The festivities get underway this Sunday, June 26, at 9 a.m. with the Joe DeFelice Annual 5K Road Race — a Canton summertime tradition […]
Jun 24 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
Special Spring Promo: Now through June 30, new in-town subscriptions are just $30 for 1 year or $50 for 2 years. *** Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the June 23 edition include: * Chief Rafferty’s historic swearing-in ceremony — photos, recap and […]
Jun 24 2022 | Posted in
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Harrison Anthony Fitzpatrick, 86, of Canton, died peacefully Monday, June 20, 2022 in his home, surrounded by his children. Harrison was the proud owner of Fitzpatrick Brothers Auto Body in Dorchester with his brother Fran and son Neale. He was the past president of Canton Youth Hockey, president of the Beacon Society of Boston, and […]
Jun 23 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
William J. (Bill) McKenney, Jr., of Canton, MA, died June 17, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton. Bill was born on October 30, 1935, in Boston to Theodore R. (O’Connor) McKenney and William J. McKenney. Bill grew up in Jamaica Plain where he attended Boston Public Schools through grade 8 and then went on […]
Jun 23 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen