This story, by GBH News Associate Digital Editor Hannah Reale, was originally published by GBH News on October 28 and is being reprinted with permission from the author and publisher. *** Last fall, a spate of fires broke out in drought-stricken forests across New England. One of those fires burned more than 40 acres in […]
By Jen Wexler Dear Supporters of Canton Residents to Move the Vote: Yes, we’ve made more good progress since our last update! Our home rule petition, Senate Bill S2605, An Act Further Regulating Town Elections in the Town of Canton, was referred to the Joint Committee on Election Laws. The hearing on our bill was […]
As Veterans Day approaches, let us take time to reflect on the service and sacrifice of those men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces. From the earliest days of our nation to the present, veterans have stood in defense of our freedoms, often at great personal cost. Here […]
The 36th annual Canton Fall Classic drew its usual loyal field with over half the participants having run in the event previously. Between the senior walk, kids fun run, 5k and 10k races, there were over 400 finishers. Twelve-year-old Leah Miceli was the only defending champion on race day. Despite running 10 seconds faster than […]
Dr. Shirley Ferguson Rayport, a pioneering neuropsychiatrist, dedicated professor, and beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Canton on September 17, 2025. She was 102 years old. Shirley’s long and fulfilling life was defined by intellectual curiosity, compassion for others, a love of music and the arts, and an unwavering […]
The following is the first in a series of articles by Mike Dobbyn, a Canton native and CHS graduate, proud father of two boys, and a passionate advocate for research and awareness in the fight against Sanfilippo syndrome. I started the Rare Dads RoundTables for fathers of special-needs children with rare diseases because I realized […]
By Rich Trotto I recently went to the Canton Post Office and purchased 4 sheets of the Paul Revere’s Ride and the Old North Church memorial stamps. They were just issued on August 14, to celebrate the founding of the U.S. Letter postage is now 78 cents, which is still a bargain figuring that 78 […]
By Matt Ellis The first day of the 2025-26 school year took on even more importance as Canton welcomed the new commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to the John F. Kennedy Elementary School on Tuesday, September 2. Commissioner Pedro Martinez only started his job on July 1, but said he […]
By William P. O’Donnell, Norfolk Register of Deeds Many Americans may never fully appreciate the strength, vision, and lasting impact of the women who have shaped our country, our communities, and our lives. Some of these individuals exhibited perseverance, others bold leadership, and still others through a lifetime of dedication, intellect, courage, and love. We […]
By Jared Penta, Canton Conservation Ranger Last year we covered Japanese knotweed and how that invasive species was abundantly present here in Canton. We hope all of you have helped in the effort of removing that plant, but unfortunately there is another to look out for as well. Mile-a-Minute weed, or Asiatic tearthumb, is an […]
