According to the Boston Globe, “An increasing number of people desperate to secure a place to rent are being duped out of thousands of dollars by online scammers.” The article caught my attention. The word “desperate” really jumped out. Scammers usually specialize in generating desperation. In fact, the bottom line of most scams is that […]
By Harriet Burak There is a saying that I have often heard: “The more things change, the more they stay the same.” As fall approaches, the calendar reminds me (as if I need that to remember) that my youngest child died on September 9, 2004. It will be 18 years since Michael died of a […]
Brought to you by Canton’s Sustainability Committee Did you know that Canton residents can recycle old stuffed animals, shoes, towels, drapes and clothing — any fabrics that are past their prime and not suitable for donation bins — at the town’s yard waste recycling facility at 99 Pine Street? The bin is run by Bay […]
The Canton Citizen, a sponsor of the annual Canton Writes contest, will publish a selection of winning entries from the 2022 contest as space permits. The Banana Peel By Emily Kelley 1st Place – High School Nonfiction It’s still here. Yellow and mottled, growing browner by the day, but wow, it’s still here, as I […]
My friend Sandy recently died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. It is a devastating loss. The light of the world is dimmer without Sandy in it. Sandy lived in Walpole and I met her about five years ago when our paths crossed. Sandy was not my closest friend; I did not know her as […]
Chief Charles Doody and the Canton Fire Department would like to remind residents to take safety precautions while engaging in activities during hot weather, especially those that take place outdoors. Extreme heat is a prolonged period of very hot weather, which may include high humidity. In Massachusetts, a “heat wave” is usually defined as a […]
Anyone who is going to be buying a house right now should absolutely consider an adjustable rate mortgage. The key word in that sentence is “consider.” Until recently, fixed mortgage rates were so low that, for most buyers, locking in a fixed rate was going to be the way to go. The math would have […]
The Canton Citizen, a sponsor of the annual Canton Writes contest, will publish a selection of winning entries from the 2022 contest as space permits. Curl Up: An Abecedarian By Abigail Martin 1st Place (Tie) – High School Poetry Although I’m not the type of girl to wear Bows in my hair or imagine a […]
Dear Editor: There are no words adequate enough to thank everyone who had a part in the ceremony on June 14, as I was sworn in as the town’s 14th chief of police. It was a perfect evening and I just know that my parents were looking down so proudly. I would especially like to […]
In memory of Tony Andreotti and Richie Eckler and their tireless efforts on behalf of local veterans, the annual Canton Veteran Golf Tournament has been renamed in their honor. The event’s new logo will be printed on all golf balls and golf towels at the tournament. This year’s Tony Andreotti/Richie Eckler Golf Tournament will take […]
