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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 October 6 edition include: * New regional trail proposals aim for greater connectivity * CHS alums leverage strong creative connection * Blessing of the Animals at Congregational Church of Canton * Local leaders salute outgoing town […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
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The Congregational Church of Canton held its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 2. Many church members brought their pets to the special service along with donations of pet food, treats and supplies. The service concluded with refreshments and conversation in the Fellowship Hall. See this week’s Citizen for more photos from the […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
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On Saturday, September 17, more than 200 volunteers spread out across 14 different locations throughout the Neponset River Watershed to help clean up trash and debris along the river, its tributaries, and surrounding parks. Managed by dedicated site captains and community leaders, the volunteers collected thousands of pounds of trash and debris in a three-hour […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
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Raymond Joseph Dempsey, Jr., of Canton, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 3, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Raymond was born in Winthrop and raised in East Boston before settling in Canton in 1961. He was a proud graduate of Boston University with a Bachelor of Science degree in public relations in 1958. He went […]
Oct 6 2022 | Posted in
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Judith J. (Young) Weiner of Canton, formerly of Del Ray Beach, FL, and previously of Randolph and Mattapan, passed away peacefully with loving family at her side at Milton Hospital on September 29, 2022. Judith was born on July 4 in the West End section of Boston to the late Morris and Anna (Katzen) Yelovitz. […]
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James Michael Gibson, 44, of Canton, passed away September 29. James was a lifelong resident of Canton. He was a Double Eagle, graduating from BC High, Class of 1995, and Boston College, Class of 1999. He was a teacher in the Canton Public Schools for several years and had found a passion for graphic arts. […]
Oct 6 2022 | Posted in
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Michael P. Ippolito of Tewksbury, formerly of Canton, died unexpectedly on September 26 at the age of 54. Devoted husband to his soulmate and wife, Lisa-Marie. They recently celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary together. Born in Boston and raised in Canton, Michael was a son of the late Lillian (Melito) Ippolito. He was a graduate […]
Oct 6 2022 | Posted in
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By Laurie Vachon Over the summer while in a North End café, I struck up a conversation with tourists from Connecticut. We exchanged places to visit in our respective hometowns. I had mentioned I wanted to go to Mystic to try the pizza — made famous by the 1988 film Mystic Pizza. The couple gave […]

Despite chilly temperatures and windy conditions, a good-sized crowd gathered at Revere Heritage Park on Friday for “Family Movie Night” presented by Canton Parks & Recreation. Guests brought blankets and chairs and snacked on popcorn while enjoying a free screening of the animated musical comedy Sing 2. See this week’s Canton Citizen for more movie […]
Sep 30 2022 | 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 September 29 edition include: * Canton Road Race returns for an 18th year * Where Are They Now: Gridiron stars and more * Highlights from the September 22 School Committee meeting * Trinity Church welcomes new […]
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