As of Tuesday, August 18, the town of Canton had reported a cumulative total of 380 COVID-19 cases (326 confirmed and 54 probable), an increase of 11 in the past seven days. Fire Chief and Emergency Services Director Charles Doody said the actual number of cases is likely considerably higher when factoring in unknown and […]
Update: The Canton Police Department announced via Twitter that Donald Changeau was located in Quincy on Friday morning. CPD and the Changeau family thank the public for their assistance. Police seek help in locating missing adult On July 22, the Canton Police Department announced an investigation into the whereabouts of Donald Changeau, who has been […]
A three-day search for a missing Canton teen ended in tragedy on Saturday with the recovery of the body of 19-year-old Ryan Lahiff in the woods behind Morris Drive, off Pleasant Street. Deputy Police Chief Helena Rafferty said no foul play is suspected but a final determination will be made by the chief medical officer. […]
The Canton Police Department announced the passing of retired K-9 Bosco on July 16. Bosco, a SWAT, apprehension and firearms dog, kept Canton and surrounding communities safe for 12 years under the care and direction of Officer Scott Brown and his family. Deputy Police Chief Helena Rafferty said Bosco was a beloved member of the […]
Four new Canton police officers graduated from the recruit officer course at the Police Academy in Reading on July 1 and are now going through field training until the end of August. Joining the CPD ranks are (above l-r) Pat Ward, Ben Berkowitz, Mike McDonald, and Sean Klimas. Deputy Police Chief Helena Rafferty said all […]
CFD honors 7 year old for saving father’s life The Canton Fire Department held a ceremony on Monday to honor 7-year-old Franky Barbour of Canton, whose quick actions helped to save his father after his clothes caught on fire. Frank Barbour Sr. had been burning leaves in his backyard on the afternoon of May 2 […]
As the Fourth of July and summer celebrations approach, Fire Chief Charles Doody and the Canton Fire Department would like to remind residents that the use of fireworks is illegal in Massachusetts. Under Massachusetts law, it is illegal to use, possess or sell fireworks of any kind, including Class C fireworks, which are sometimes falsely […]
The National Guard delivered critical personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Canton Fire Department on Saturday, April 11. Fire Chief Charles Doody said the town made the request through the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and received 200 masks, 100 pairs of protective glasses, and 200 gowns. Doody said as of Monday there were no confirmed […]
The Canton Police Department has issued new guidance regarding the reporting of non-emergency situations and clerical interactions in an effort to safeguard the health of the community and CPD personnel. Police Chief Ken Berkowitz said the CPD has set up three email accounts that will enable residents to receive police services without having to leave […]
United by their shared commitment to saving lives and serving the local citizenry, the leadership of the Canton Police and Fire departments are teaming up to present “Canton Responds” — a new, two-night civilian course focused on emergency response and preparedness. The free program, which is open to Canton residents, will cover a variety of […]
