Dear Editor: Canton does many things well, and we have dedicated people working hard on behalf of the town. At the same time, through my committee work and regular participation in Select Board meetings, I have observed a recurring theme: major projects are often evaluated one at a time rather than as part of a […]
Submitted by the campaign to elect Julie Beckham Canton native Julie Beckham officially launched her campaign for Select Board last week at Brookmeadow Country Club, promising to unite residents with the town’s rich history and vital resources. Addressing an energized crowd of more than 80 supporters, Beckham outlined a vision focused on community culture and […]
Submitted by the campaign to elect David Clough David Clough, a former six-year member of the Canton Finance Committee and a longtime advocate for municipal transparency, has officially announced his candidacy for the Canton Select Board. Clough is running on a platform focused on fiscal accountability, tax fairness, and restoring public trust in town leadership. […]
Town Clerk Tracy Kenney has announced that nomination papers for the April 7, 2026 Annual Town Election will be available in the Town Clerk’s office beginning on Monday, January 5, at 8 a.m. The deadline to obtain nomination papers is Friday, February 13, at 1 p.m. Those seeking office in the election must be 18 […]
The ‘Move the Vote” campaign, which garnered widespread support at the April town election and in a follow-up vote at this year’s Annual Town Meeting, received another major boost on Tuesday when the Canton Select Board voted unanimously to send a draft home rule petition to Town Counsel Paul DeRensis for review before submitted it […]
For the second consecutive year, a political newcomer vying for a seat on the town’s top executive board was the clear-cut winner at the polls in Canton’s annual town election. This time, it was Sue Harrington — a longtime resident of the town but someone who had never before held elective office — emerging victorious […]
Two key board seats and a potentially consequential, albeit non-binding ballot question will be decided next week as Canton voters head to the polls for Tuesday’s annual town election. Early voting officially commenced on Saturday at Town Hall and continues this week through 1 p.m. on Friday, April 4. Those who completed a vote-by-mail application […]
Below are links to letters received by the Citizen pertaining to the April 8 town election. Check out this week’s print edition for a preview of the ballot, a Q&A with candidates for Select Board and Planning Board, and more election-related content. *** April 3 letters: Schneiders: Voting for women is not a ‘war against men’ […]
Canton Town Clerk Tracy Kenney has announced that early voting for the April 8 annual town election will be available beginning Saturday, March 29, at Town Hall. Registered Canton voters will be able to cast their ballots on that day
The town of Canton will hold its municipal election on April 8, 2025. To help residents prepare, the Canton Voter Guide is back for the 2025 election season. The guide is available online at cantonmavoterguide.com. Launched in 2024, the Canton Voter Guide serves as a comprehensive, non-partisan resource that allows residents to learn more about the candidates and the […]
