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CANTON — The race for Canton town clerk is now uncontested, with appointed interim Clerk Karin S. Blackburn withdrawing her intent to seek election. In a Thursday statement in part citing disrespectful treatment and a “toxic environment” at the municipal building, Mrs. Blackburn wrote she has made the decision “after serious soul-searching” and family discussions. “It is a decision I have reached with mixed emotions, but one I am certain is the best for me and, I h...

CANTON — The Canton Democratic Committee during its virtual March meeting officially endorsed candidates for town seats. Members unanimously voted to endorse Town Supervisor Mary Ann Ashley, running for re-election; Town Clerk Karin S. Blackburn, appointed in December and running for the elected position; David K. Nelson and current Councilor James T. Smith, each running for a four-year term on Town Council; and Martha Foley Smith, running for a two-year unexpired Town Council term. John S...

CANTON — Expected to pass during an upcoming special meeting, an energy storage law will soon be on the books for the town of Canton.

CANTON — This year’s election roster for Canton Town Council seats has increased to five this week.

CANTON — With three seats opening up at the end of the year, a fourth town resident has announced a run for Canton’s four-member council.

CANTON — Following the resignation of code enforcement officer Jeffrey Murray last month, Canton officials are evaluating the code needs of the town and village and considering restructuring the office’s

CANTON — A longtime north country resident and journalist has joined Canton Town Council by temporary appointment this week, filling the vacancy left by former Councilor Karin S. Blackburn’s resignation