As part of a proud Veterans Day tradition, the Canton Veterans Services Department annually publishes a list of local veterans who have received funeral honors from the Canton Honor Guard — a final, formal tribute to their service and sacrifice. Regrettably, this year’s list, which appeared in the November 7 edition of the Citizen, omitted […]
A large crowd turned out to pay tribute to loved ones as part of Knollwood Memorial Park’s annual holiday illumination event held Saturday evening, December 7. Hundreds of luminary bags, many of them personalized, lined the main drive into the cemetery in memory of family members and friends buried at Knollwood. The event also featured […]
Take the entire family to a delightful Craft Fun Fair and a wonderful Winter Concert at Canton High School on Tuesday, December 17. Both events are free! The craft fair
Check out this week’s issue of the Citizen for the latest in Canton news, sports, events, and more. Highlights from the December 12 edition include: * Results and recap from the Dec. 10 special election to approve the GMS project * Judge delays start of Karen Read trial * Canton High School Term 1 Honor Roll * […]
Maureen Bruno (Sullivan), 87, of Canton, died unexpectedly December 10, 2024. Maureen was a devoted Catholic who enjoyed summers in West Dennis with her family and grandchildren. She was the devoted wife of the late Domenic Bruno. Loving mother of Michael Bruno and his wife, Cathleen, of East Freetown, Joanne M. Lane of Canton, and […]
Grace E. Power, a cherished matriarch and beacon of love and strength, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 102. Born on August 16, 1922, in Boston, Grace was a woman of remarkable resilience and character whose light shone brightly throughout her life. The daughter of the late John, who departed […]
Peter T. Blushi, 92, of Hyde Park, died unexpectedly December 2, 2024. Peter was a former switchboard maintainer for Western Electric. He also was an avid hunter. Devoted husband to the late Gloria Blushi (Elias). Loving father of Stephanie McCarthy and her husband, Eugene, of Dedham, Stephen Blushi and his wife, Melissa, of Dedham, and […]
Chair Tom Birmingham and the Canton Sustainability and Climate Action Plan Committee are pleased to share the results of a community Climate Action Plan (CAP) survey. The purpose of the survey was to gather feedback on environmental priorities from community members. Over 350 residents and businesses completed the survey, and the results demonstrate significant community […]
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alfred Edward Nordgren Jr. on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on April 8, 1936, in Hartford, CT, to wonderful parents, Alfred Edward Nordgren Sr. and Blanche (Carey) Nordgren, he was the brother of Carey Nordgren and the late Richard […]
Raymond S. Dickie, 60, passed away peacefully at home on November 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a valiant 30-year battle with brain cancer. Born in Norwood, he was a lifelong resident of Canton. Ray spent his life as a testament to strength, resilience, and the enduring power of love. Ray was the […]
