Multiple contested races, several motivated challengers, and local representation across both party tickets should make for a fascinating primary election season in Canton, which begins in earnest this Saturday with the start of early voting. Under a new voting reform bill signed into law by Governor Baker in June, all registered voters are now eligible […]
Approximately an acre and a half of land was badly burned and multiple vehicles were lost as Canton firefighters worked for nearly two hours last Thursday to contain a large brush fire that broke out between two neighborhoods on the easterly side of Turnpike Street. According to Deputy Fire Chief Scott Johnson, the fire began […]
After years of negotiations, planning, and hard work (including some ongoing supply chain issues) by Canton town officials and citizens, the Earl Newhouse Waterfront at Reservoir Pond is now transformed into a welcoming, user-friendly recreation area. Featuring a paved road entrance from Pleasant Street plus improved facilities for fishing, non-motorized boating, picnicking, and walks, it has something to offer for everyone.
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the August 25 edition include: * New Canton buses to feature cameras, real-time route tracking * Back-to-School Bus Schedule for Canton schools & St. John’s * Preview of Canton Parks & Rec. fall offerings * BBJ recognizes […]
As a mother of three, Dina Gray of Canton knows the milestones and markers that children reach as they grow and develop. When her youngest child, daughter Emilia, did not seem to be successful at achieving those markers as an infant, Gray started a search for answers that led to a diagnosis of autism. The diagnosis would set her on a 10-year path of discovery, and in her drive to help Emilia and others with autism acquire more life skills, she launched her own business, ABA Helps, in January of 2021.
Caroline Taber Kiessling, of East Walpole, passed away suddenly on August 12, 2022. Daughter of the late Carlton and Thelma (Whitney) Taber of Canton. Beloved wife of the late Edward Kiessling, Sr. of East Walpole. Loving step-mother of Elaine Bevivino and her husband, Perry, of York, PA, and Edward Kiessling Jr. of Plainville. Proud Nana […]
Dear Editor: Indivisible Canton has endorsed Tamisha Civil for state representative in the 6th Norfolk District. We’re canvassing and writing postcards to our neighbors to encourage them to vote for her in the primary election on September 6. So far we have reached out to more than 300 voters, and we’re also encouraging our members […]
Canton resident Nancy Sarnowitz captured this gorgeous shot of an eastern bumble bee — an excellent pollinator — feasting on pollen from a blue thistle flower in her garden. Have a nature-themed photo to share? Send to submissions@thecantoncitizen.com for consideration in our print or online editions.
With a worsening drought reaching critical levels across the southeastern part of the state, the town of Canton moved quickly this week to announce an immediate ban on all nonessential outdoor water uses. The new mandate, which is in effect until further notice, applies to all users and prohibits the watering of lawns by any […]
The Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) invites the public to its annual Celebration of Life on Thursday, September 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on the grounds of the Canton Senior Center at 500 Pleasant Street. Held in conjunction with International Overdose Awareness Day
