The Canton Community MA Station Podcast

CAASA, A Celebration of Life of September 1, 2022

This annual event put on by the Canton Alliance Against Substance Abuse (CAASA) celebrates the lives of those lost through overdose to help raise awareness and erase the stigma around addiction. 

Up to Speed: ”Tony Andreotti Memorial Vets Motorcycle Run Benefit”

Starts at the American Legion Edward J. Beatty Post 24 (Behind Canton High) Saturday, Sept. 17th ($20 rider/$15 passenger) register 10:30 to 11:45am. Kickstands up at noon. About 2 hours. Canton's Veteran's Agent, Arafat Knight talks with CCTV's Tim O'Connor about the details. Meet Veterans. Cookout after. Everyone is welcome to ride in the Tony Andreotti Memorial Ride. Also updates on Veterans Day event at the Town Club. 

From the Canton Senior Center: Dr. Gary Hylander on the Declaration of Independence

Dr. Hylander earned his PhD at Boston College and has been a professor of history at various local colleges and universities as well as a public affairs commentator on local cable news and radio. He discussed the writing of the Declaration and how it was mostly written by Thomas Jefferson and that it was much longer but was edited down. This Anthony Sammarco presentation was recorded by CCTV in July, 2022 and made possible by the Canton Senior Center. 

From the Canton Senior Center: Anthony Sammarco Presents: Mission Hill Through Time

The Mission Hill neighborhood of Boston has long been a thriving nexus of cultures, with residents of all walks of life.  Though 

Mission Hill is less than one square mile, it is a neighborhood constantly in transition.  What it lacks in land area, Mission Hill 

makes up for in character, while remaining one of Boston's most diverse neighborhoods. This Anthony Sammarco presentation was recorded by CCTV in August, 2022 and made possible by the Canton Senior Center. 

Canton’s Farmer’s Market Sustainability Education Day

The Farmers Market in Canton, MA (in front of Canton High until October 23) had a special sustainability education event held recently. Canton Community Tv's Tim O'Connor interviews vendors at the event to talk about what they do (and what we might do) to help with a sustainable ecology. 

Tilden House Archeological Dig

Recently (Summer 2022) the Tilden House in Canton, MA had an archeological group look at artifacts and sift sand looking for more clues on how people lived at this 1725 home located on Pleasant Street (across from the "Rez"). Canton Community Tv's Tim O'Connor visited the site and interviewed those supervising the dig. 

Meet The Candidate: Bill Galvin (D) (Incumbent) State Rep (6th District) Canton, Avon & Stoughton

The Massachusetts Primary is September 6th:

Bill Galvin is the incumbent in the primary race for the Massachusetts 6th District representative seat which represents Canton, Avon and Stoughton. CCTV's Tanya Willow conducts the interview with similar questions that she also asks challenger, Tamisha Civil. (That Interview is also available on this podcasts and on CantonCommuityTV.org )

• How does your State Representative experience and background help you serve this office?
• How do you identify the concerns of your constituents?
• What's your view on the State protections on abortion and reproductive medications?
• Explain your views on the "Fair Share" question #1 on the ballot.
• Explain what you mean by ''Transparency."
• Views on sports betting and more. 

Meet The Candidate: Tamisha Civil (D) State Rep (6th District) Canton, Avon & Stoughton

The Massachusetts Primary is September 6th:

Tamisha Civil is challenging incumbent Bill Galvin for the Massachusetts 6th District representative seat which represents Canton, Avon and Stoughton. CCTV's Tanya Willow conducts the interview with similar questions that she also asks Bill Galvin. (That Interview is also available on this podcasts and on CantonCommuityTV.org )

• How will your experience and background help you serve this office?
• How do you identify the concerns of your constituents?
• What's your view on the State protections on abortion and reproductive medications?
• Explain your views on the "Fair Share" question #1 on the ballot.
• Explain what you mean by ''Transparency."
• Views on sports betting and more. 

Canton Democratic Town Committee Candidates’ Night for the Primary Race on Sept. 6th

September 6th is the primary races in Massachusetts. Canton's Democratic Town Committee brings candidates on the democratic ticket before the public to hear what the candidates have to say as many seats on the ticket are contested in the primary this year. Not all those on the ballot were present for today's forum.

PRIMARY IS SEPTEMBER 6TH

State Representative Race Sixth District (Canton, Avon and Stoughton)

• Tamisha Civil
• Bill Galvin (incumbent)

Norfolk County Commissioner (One Contested Seat)

• Paul Yorkis
• Peter Collins (incumbent)

State Senator for Canton (New due to redistricting) 

• Paul Feeney

Secretary of State:

• Tanisha Sullivan
• Bill Galvin (Incumbent) was not present at this event

Massachusetts Lt. Governor

• Kim Driscoll
• Eric Lesser
• Dr. Tami Gouveia (was not present at this event.) 

State Auditor

• Chris Dempsey
• Diana DiZoglio (was not present for this event.)

Massachusetts Attorney General

• Quentin Palfrey
• Andrea Campbell (was not present for this event)
• Shannon Liss Riordan (was not present for the event)

From the Senior Center: Nutrition for managing good health

The Outpatient Dietitian Team from Hebrew SeniorLife will share expertise about healthy eating that can help you avoid or manage chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease and Alzheimer’s. You'll learn easy ways to integrate healthy foods into your daily diet and get suggestions on how you can stay on track.