As an overall fan of fitness and the fitness industry, I was saddened to hear of the passing of one of the industry’s real giants, Mr. Jack LaLanne, who passed away at the ripe old age of 96 on January 23. Known for his more than 70 years in the business as a guru and […]
Former CHS athletes continue to shine While most college students were relaxing on their winter break, a number of athletes from Canton were unable to spend much quality time at home. Instead of skiing at Blue Hills or ordering a pizza at Cobb’s Corner Pizzeria or a sandwich at the News Stand Market and Deli, […]
Dear Editor: I wanted to thank you as Canton Citizen’s editor for continuing to support the publication of Canton’s vital history. George Comeau has picked up where Ed Lynch and Dan Kelliher left off. He brings to the task incredible knowledge of the subject. One only had to read the last timely article on Canton’s […]
DID YOU KNOW… MAC was saddened to hear of the recent passing of two Canton icons. Their passing leaves a dent in what makes Canton such a great town. Charles W. Ford died at the age of 96. During his working days, Charlie was an outstanding court stenographer, and for many years he was the […]
DID YOU KNOW… As usual, the town has once again spent its entire budget for snow and ice removal; but have no fear, the DPW will continue to salt and plow our streets and sidewalks. Because public safety is involved, snow and ice removal is one of those things the state will overspend on. Available un-budgeted […]
DID YOU KNOW… Newly elected Bill Keating has been sworn in as our representative for the Massachusetts 10th Congressional District. He took the oath of office in Washington, DC, along with the rest of the congressional representatives. The gallery was jam-packed with witnesses, who included Bill’s family and several friends and supporters, including Attorney Glen Hannington and […]
Dear Editor: I don’t know why I’m so thankful to our selectmen and the DPW for having no power outages and great clear roads (even though I live on a cul-de-sac), but I am. When I see the wealthier communities on the south shore going without power, yet here in little ol’ Canton we’re doing […]
There’s an old cliché that claims, “A change is as good as a rest.” Last week I discovered that a better adage for me would be, “My kids are as good as a rest.” I had the week between Christmas and New Year’s off and I needed it. The fading winter light tends to affect […]
DID YOU KNOW… Friends of former Canton residents Carey Doolan and Cliff Thompson have organized an event to support the couple and their Scituate neighbors who were devastated by December’s blizzard. “A Canton Homecoming for the Scituate Family Relief Fund,” which is scheduled for Friday, February 4, at the Canton Town Club. The fundraiser will run […]
DID YOU KNOW… With the start of a new year, it is time for MAC to report about some of our outstanding Canton athletes who are doing well in their individual sports. Congratulations to Canton High seniors Emily Dillon and Alli Guenthner for being named to the Boston Herald All Scholastic Women’s Field Hockey Team and teammates Michelle […]
