After a challenging and at times frustrating start to the school year with new bus contractor First Student, Canton school leaders were happy to report significant improvements in the delivery times of school buses over the past several days. The positive news follows a productive workshop between First Student representatives and school officials and what […]
Oct 14 2022 | Posted in
News,
Schools | By
Mike Berger
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the October 13 edition include: * Local residents demand justice for Sandra Birchmore * CHS grad’s debut novel packs emotional punch * Remembering Brent Borodic: Tribute by Pam D’Agostino * Fall harvest at Pakeen Farm * Select […]
Oct 14 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
This story originally appeared in the October 6 edition of the Citizen. High school students typically expect to keep in touch with friends after graduation. What they may not realize is that intersecting interests can mean that even slight acquaintances have the potential to become important networking connections. Mike Noone and Marquis Miller, both former […]
Oct 13 2022 | Posted in
Features | By
Candace Paris
Dr. Brent Edward Borodic, 39, of Brentwood, New Hampshire, formerly of Canton, passed away on September 3, 2022. Brent was born on April 11, 1983, to Dr. and Mrs. Gary and Millie Borodic of Canton. He attended The Dexter School and St Mark’s School, graduating as the valedictorian. Brent continued his education at Cornell University, […]
Oct 13 2022 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
The Canton Fire Department, along with friends, family, residents, elected officials and representatives from numerous neighboring departments, gathered at the Canton Fire Station on Friday, September 30, to wish Fire Chief Charles Doody well in his retirement and congratulate him on 27 years of dedicated service to the department and the town of Canton. A […]
Effective November 1, residents of Massachusetts will no longer be permitted to throw away mattresses or box springs in accordance with a new statewide disposal ban adopted recently by the Department of Environmental Protection. Under the new ban, all mattresses and box springs must either be donated or recycled, with the latter option typically requiring […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
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Mike Berger
Aided by strong pack running, the Canton High boys cross country team earned its first win of the season as they raced past Stoughton on the road 16-46. The Bulldogs are now 1-3 overall through four dual meets. The key to the victory was Canton’s ability to sweep the first four spots, led by junior […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
High School,
Sports | By
Mike Berger
Bank of Canton recently donated $5,879 to the Massachusetts Hospital School Foundation to fund the purchase of two Rifton adaptive tricycles for the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children (PRHC) in Canton. “For a child with disabilities, these tricycles are much more than recreational devices,” said Michelle Sweeney, director of physical therapy at PRHC. “They’re medical […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
Business | By
Canton Citizen
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the October 6 edition include: * New regional trail proposals aim for greater connectivity * CHS alums leverage strong creative connection * Blessing of the Animals at Congregational Church of Canton * Local leaders salute outgoing town […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
The Congregational Church of Canton held its annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 2. Many church members brought their pets to the special service along with donations of pet food, treats and supplies. The service concluded with refreshments and conversation in the Fellowship Hall. See this week’s Citizen for more photos from the […]
Oct 7 2022 | Posted in
Photo Gallery | By
Canton Citizen