Canton Fire Department Adds New Safety, Water Rescue Equipment

Canton Fire & EMS has added firefighter tracking, ventilation and water rescue equipment through a Canton Community Health Fund grant.

🌱 Patch AM: Volleyball Car Wash Fundraiser and 7 more events

Make time for Voter Registration Session and Preliminary Voter List for 11/3/26 Election on the Canton Patch calendar

Canton Offering Free Suicide Prevention Training For Teens, Adults

The Canton Public Library and the Farmington Valley Health District will offer free QPR suicide prevention training next week.

🌱 Patch AM: Women's Torah & Tea and 8 more events

Spotted on the Canton calendar: Voter Registration Session and Preliminary Voter List for 11/3/26 Election

Nature Center In Canton To Celebrate Author/Photographer

Author and photographer Joan Kantor will present her work and launch a new book this week at the Roaring Brook Nature Center in Canton.

🌱 Patch AM: Why Canton families may face a $500 jump in heating costs

Also, don’t miss Simsbury High School Class of 1975 Reunion on the Canton Patch calendar

Canton's Valley Fest To Support Pediatric Cancer Research, Honor Avon Cancer Survivor

The event returns to Canton this weekend with family activities while raising money for pediatric cancer research at Connecticut Children's.

🌱 Patch AM: Canton School Arts Group Plans 'Night Out' Fundraiser

And on the Canton Patch calendar - Harvest Evening

Canton School Arts Group Plans 'Night Out' Fundraiser

Canton Friends for the Arts will host its annual Night Out benefit on Sept. 25 with music, food trucks, and raffles to support school arts.

🌱 Patch AM: How will Granby Memorial/Canton fare in Rockville’s Friday night showdown?

Make time for Harvest Evening on the Canton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: High Holidays in Litchfield: No Membership Required, Everyone Welcome and 13 more events

You won’t want to miss Harvest Evening on the Canton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Free Child Car Seat Safety Clinic Slated In Canton

Coming up: Scarecrow Day on the Canton Patch calendar

Free Child Car Seat Safety Clinic Slated In Canton

Canton police will offer free car seat inspections and installation assistance early next week at the Canton Fire Department.

Canton Scouts Invite Community To Farmington River Cleanup

Collinsville Scout Troop 77 will hold a Farmington River cleanup this weekend, followed by a community barbecue at Memorial Field.

2026 Collinsville Trick or Trot

Collinsville’s Spooktacular Road Race Returns!!

2026 Collinsville Trick or Trot

Collinsville’s Spooktacular Road Race Returns!!

Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Canton

From a Timber Lane condo to a $1.2 million estate in Collinsville, Canton's real estate market has spanned a huge range this month.

Part Of Canton Rails To Trails To Close Amid Invasive Species Fight

A section of the Canton's Rails to Trails will close for several hours on Wednesday for knotweed spraying.

Recent Death Notices From Canton, Former First Selectman Mourned

Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died in Canton.

Canton To Host Forum On Emergency Preparations Today: UPDATE

Canton Emergency Management and CERT will host a free Sept. 15 program on disaster preparedness and town services.

Early CT Tavern Life Topic Of Canton Library Program

Canton Public Library will host a program next week exploring how taverns served as social and community hubs in early Connecticut.

Growing Canton Fire Cadet Program Gets 10 New Helmets

Canton Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 donated 10 new fire helmets to help equip the town's growing Fire Cadet Program.

Canton Police Collecting Coins For Special Olympics

Canton police will collect donations at The Shops at Farmington Valley to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut.

Street Closure, Traffic Delays Planned For Canton Water Main Project

A water main project will bring lane restrictions and street closures to downtown Collinsville beginning next week.

Canton Parent Group Seeks Families For Programs, Plans Open Houses

'Canton Parents As Teachers' is enrolling families for 2026-27 programs and will hold two September open houses.

Labor Day 2026 In Canton, What's Open? What's Closed

The final weekend of the summer season starts Saturday, Sept. 5, and concludes Monday, Sept. 7, the latest possible date for the holiday.

Sports Instructor Among Eight New Businesses Registered In Canton In August

Eight new businesses registered in Canton in August, including a sports-instruction business, a rental business and a health practice.

Farmington Valley Asked To Weigh In On Health, Well-Being In Survey

The health department serves Avon, Barkhamsted, Canton, Colebrook, East Granby, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, New Hartford, and Simsbury.

Injured Turtle With Fishhook In Mouth Saved By Canton Nature Center

The Roaring Brook Nature Center rehabilitated a painted turtle last week after surgery to remove a deeply embedded fishing hook.

Farmington Valley Health Offers Back-To-School Mental Health Tips

The FVHD serves Avon, Barkhamsted, Canton, Colebrook, East Granby, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, New Hartford, and Simsbury.

Back To School: Canton PD Reminds Motorists Of School Bus Safety

Canton police are reminding drivers to stop for school buses as students return, warning that a first offense carries a $475 fine.

Roadwork To Affect 3 Canton Roads Through Late October

The trio of roads in Canton will be impacted by closures, detours, and delays.

Canton Rec Brings Back 'Flex Pass' Fitness Program

Canton Parks and Recreation is bringing back its Flex Pass fitness program, with all eligible classes free the week of Sept. 7.

Canton Firefighters Discuss Roof Operations In Training Series

Canton Fire and EMS offers a look at the demanding 'foof firefighter' role, including heavy gear, ventilation, and fireground duties.

New Lives For 2 Injured Birds Rehabilitated At Canton Nature Center

Both were injured in apparent vehicle strikes and were rehabilitated and released in Canton.

Canton FD's Beloved 'Lobsterfest' Returns This Week

The Canton Volunteer Fire Co. tradition features lobster dinners, live music, drinks, and Saturday activities for kids.

Canton's School Calendar For 2026-27: What You Need To Know

The summer of 2026 is rapidly ending, with local students ready to fill the hallways for the 2026-27 school year.

Canton Event Tonight To Support Fight Against Animal Cruelty

Desmond’s Army will hold a Canton fundraiser Tuesday to support its work on animal cruelty cases across Connecticut.

Canton, Simsbury Schools Awarded $850K In State Special Education Grants

Canton, New Hartford, and Simsbury schools will receive $850,000 to expand special education programs and reduce out-of-district placements.

Canton Recruiting New Emergency Volunteers

Canton CERT is recruiting volunteers for free emergency response training and year-round community preparedness activities.