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 […]
As winter approaches and costs continue to rise, the Canton office of William Raveis Real Estate has joined forces with Caring Partners’ Coats for Kids & Families drive to collect new and gently used winter coats for those in need through Wednesday, December 31. “Anyone who needs a coat will have one” is the mission […]
According to Canton Public Health Director Meg Goldstein, adult residents of the community have a distinct advantage when it comes to guarding against a host of common infections. “We can vaccinate all insured adults, and also uninsured/underinsured Canton residents,” she said of the no-cost vaccination program, which was recently highlighted by the state Department of […]
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 […]
So many people are sure they would never fall for many of the scams they hear about. For most, that’s probably true — especially if they’re confronted with something they can recognize as a scam and walk away. Scammers have to reach out many, many times before they connect with a potential victim. Right now, […]
The town of Canton’s Affordable Housing Trust announces that it is seeking proposals from qualified developers and project proponents to create new affordable housing units in Canton, consistent with the scale, character and diversity of Canton’s vibrant neighborhoods. Affordable units can be included in market-rate projects beyond the number of affordable units already required by […]
The Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is probably one of the three top bank products/accounts ever invented. People love them. Up until about the early 1980s, the equity homeowners had in their homes technically could be accessed via a second mortgage, but in those days, second mortgages were frowned upon. That was unfair. A […]
Benjamin Eames Morse was born at a time when photography was just starting to become mainstream. When combined with a thirst for travel and scientific curiosity, Morse had all the makings of a really great amateur photographer. More importantly, Morse and his brother Abner inherited a vast fortune that included income from patents and chemical […]
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 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 […]
