By Darcie Fisher Seven Canton Public Schools students have been recognized with 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. They competed against students from across New England at the regional level. Five of the students received awards in the art category, while two were honored in the writing category. Submissions were based on originality, technical skill, […]
Dear Editor: Approximately half of all Canton votes cast in the November 2024 presidential election were mail-in ballots. Many voters don’t know that if you filed an application for mail-in ballots at any time during 2024, it was only good for elections in 2024! And unlike in 2024, voters will not automatically receive an application […]
Accountable to all of Canton. Working for our best future. “If there’s one thing I’ve learned in life from my family, from my veterinary practice, and from working with committees and organizations in Canton, it’s that you have to be responsible for your actions,” said Susan “Sue” Harrington, who is running for a seat on […]
Dear Editor: It’s budget season on Beacon Hill again, as Governor Healey rolled out a $62.07 billion FY26 budget proposal, which is an increase of $4.3 billion (7 percent) over the FY25 General Appropriations Act current budget of $59.6 billion. This proposed spending grows significantly over FY25 GAA. Governor Healey’s budget includes free community college […]
Submitted by Amanda Ryder I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for a three-year term on the School Committee in the upcoming April 8 election. I grew up in Sharon and moved to Canton in 2012. As a parent of three young children, including a fourth grader and a first grader at the Hansen, I […]
Update: Contractor completes geothermal test well at GMS Kristy Lyons of Consigli, the construction firm overseeing construction of the new Galvin Middle School, reported that geothermal testing is going well and according to plan. The test well was drilled on Thursday, December 26, and completed about midday on Friday when the 800-foot depth was reached. […]
Dear Editor: There have been some comments on social media about the library that include misconceptions and incorrect data — including costs associated with work on this cultural asset. The Canton Public Library is a vital community resource, serving residents of all ages with a wide range of programs and materials. The library received nearly […]
By Darcie Fisher Over 200 runners and walkers recently took part in the second annual Champions of Wellness 5K Road Race, which starts and ends on the grounds of Canton High School. The event, sponsored by the CHS Student Wellness Advisory Group, was created last year to raise money and awareness for student mental health […]
This past Saturday, The Mira Shoppe, a purpose-driven jewelry brand offering a curated collection of artisan-crafted fine jewelry and accessories, brought its elegant collection to Canton with a special Trunk Show at The Alchemist Baker. The event, held in celebration of the bakery’s three-year anniversary, showcased more than just beautiful jewelry. It celebrated two women-owned […]
Dear Editor: Thank you, Canton, for showing up in such an extraordinary way at the recent Special Town Meeting. With over 1,100 residents in attendance, the overwhelming support for the new Galvin Middle School project was truly inspiring! Justin Thibeault of Ai3, one of our project architects, described the turnout as remarkable, saying, “Typically, we’d […]
