After nearly three years of planning meetings and collaboration with a consulting firm to flesh out a workable vision for a destination historical/cultural complex on the site of America’s first copper mill, the members of the town-appointed Paul Revere Heritage Commission are pressing forward with a renewed sense of urgency and a focus on tangible […]
More than 100 runners from all over greater Boston braved the heat and humidity to compete in the 51st annual Canton July 4th Road Race held last Wednesday at the Canton Town Club. Seventy-one runners participated in the five-mile race and 30 children took part in the Fun Run, which was shortened this year from […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the July 12 edition include: * Latest news on the Paul Revere Heritage Site and Plymouth Rubber redevelopment project (click here for excerpt) * Photos from Canton’s July 4th celebration and 51st annual road race * Retiring assistant supt. ready for next adventure […]
Canton police reported that two purses were taken from cars last week in separate incidents on Stratford Road and Sheffield Drive. Deputy Police Chief Helena Rafferty said that motorists should always lock their vehicles and not leave valuables out in the open. Police are also investigating the theft of four chainsaws from a commercial truck […]
You are never really finished honoring the dead. Long after they are gone, our ancestors, both actual and inherited, are given respect and devotion. In Canton, the earliest of our founding families are buried in a small cemetery on Washington Street. And over the past several months we have been honoring our pioneer families. It […]
Marthea D. “Marty” (Willett) Murphy, 77, of Canton, died peacefully on June 27, 2018, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Marty was a retired Boston Public School nurse who worked in Mattapan for many years until retirement. Devoted wife of the late John D. Murphy, Sr. Loving mother […]
Did you know … Many New England cities and towns offer free summer evening concerts where you can listen to some good music and enjoy a hotdog or hamburger. The only requirement is that you bring a chair or blanket to sit on the ground. The Canton Parks and Recreation Department’s popular free summer concert series, […]
Brian V. Devin, chief executive officer of the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, was in his office when school nurses Dawn Beaulieu and Regina Kennedy walked in and said, “Hey, we need a playground.” Devin’s response was, “Hey, I need a lot of money.” But thanks to the hard work and generosity of many people, […]
Boys MVP Cordel Smith (Outdoor Track) A senior and an All-Hockomock selection, Smith was the Bulldogs’ most consistent performer and top overall point scorer, excelling in the sprints, jumps and relays. In addition to setting a new school record in the 200 meters, Smith placed second in both the 200 and long jump at the […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the July 5 edition include: * True Tales from Canton’s Past: Cleaning the Face of History * Retiring Spanish teacher recalls career of ‘dreaming dreams for kids’ * Photos from Ponkapoag Civic’s summer opening * Canton Legion baseball vaults into […]
