Ana “Gabi” Cambonchi, 44, of Canton, passed away in the peace of her home surrounded by her family on July 28, 2024. She was the loving and devoted mother of Zoey and Evie Hwa. Devoted wife of Jiashin “Josh” Hwa. Loving daughter of Aurelio and Juanita Cambonchi and sister of Laura and Alejandra Cambonchi. Loving […]
Jul 31 2024 | Posted in
Obituaries | By
Canton Citizen
Bank of Canton will be honored for the sixth consecutive year at the Boston Business Journal’s annual Corporate Citizenship Awards, scheduled to take place on September 5 at the Seaport Hotel. The event will recognize the state’s top 96 charitable companies that each gave $100,000 or more to Massachusetts-based charities in 2023. “We share this […]
Jul 26 2024 | Posted in
Business | By
Canton Citizen
Grace Marie Bertolino (Amico) passed away on July 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of family devotion. Born in Boston to Margaret and Angelo Amico, Grace spent her formative years in Roslindale and was a proud alumna of Mt. St. Joseph’s Academy in Brighton and Aquinas Jr. College. Grace was the beloved wife of 53 […]
Jul 25 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen
In the wake of Publisher Beth Erickson’s decision to institute a pause on letters related to the Karen Read trial and in an attempt to address accusations of bias from a segment of our readership, the Canton Citizen recently undertook an internal review of op-ed content that has appeared in our pages over the past […]
Volunteers needed for Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors In a pioneering effort to address the profound impact of suicide on local families, the Canton Police Department is teaming up with Samaritans, Inc. — a Massachusetts-based suicide prevention organization — to launch a Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) team. This innovative collaboration aims to provide […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
News,
Police & Fire | By
Canton Citizen
Strong pitching performances by a trio of promising CHS ballplayers helped lift the Canton Post 24 Junior Legion baseball team over .500 with recent wins over Sharon, Quincy and North Attleboro. Now at 8-6 overall, Canton currently sits at third place in the District 6 standings and is firmly in position to secure a postseason […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
Beyond CHS,
Sports | By
Mike Berger
The Canton School Committee received some good news at its July 11 meeting regarding the funding of its Italian language offerings at CHS courtesy of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI). According to School Superintendent Derek Folan, Canton will receive a grant totaling $13,077.50 Euros, which is enough to cover one of two Italian […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
News,
Schools | By
Mike Berger
Submissions are now being accepted for the Friends of the Blue Hills’ annual photo contest. Contestants are welcome to submit up to five photos at no cost that were taken in the Blue Hills — showcasing why so many people love this natural gem right in our backyard. Anyone who enters will be eligible to […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
Photo Gallery | By
Canton Citizen
Effective July 1, residents may contact Republic Services at 1-800-222-5158 to schedule the collection of bulk items or white goods (household appliances). The current rates are $68.25 for each bulk item and $62.50 for each white good, and payment can be made directly to Republic Services. Residents can also bring excess solid waste or burnable […]
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the July 18 edition include: * Canton man completes ‘world’s toughest foot race’ * Photos from Kids Camp 2024 by Moira Sweetland * Firefighters deliver baby safely in back of ambulance * Highlights from the 7/16 Select […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
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Canton Citizen