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Tropical Storm Irene in Canton: Looking Back One Year Later

The tropical storm landed in Canton one year ago today.

It's been one year to the day that Tropical Storm Irene, which initially threatened the east coast as a hurricane, walloped the northeast, including Canton.  Many Canton residents could bee seen cleaning up the day after the storm, which brought heavy winds and rain, causing downed trees across town, as well as power outages, home damage and street closures. Today, we're wondering what Canton residents remember about the storm. Were you affected by Irene? Or did you think it was just another typical tropical storm for Massachusetts?

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Strong to Severe Thunderstorms Possible Through Saturday

Large hail and downpours may accompany storms the next few days.

A stretch of warm and hazy weather conditions will lead to the possibility of showers and thunderstorms in Canton over the next few days, the National Weather Service is predicting. The chance for strong storms will return on Thursday, with hail possible from the morning through the early afternoon hours. On Friday and Saturday, any storms that develop could turn severe, with damaging wind, large hail and downpours. If you see severe weather, and it's safe to do so, upload your pictures and video here.

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: May 21, 2012

Annual Art Show begins at Canton High School.

1.  Learning through play today at 1:30pm - 2:30pm at the Canton Public Library. This free program is open to all preschool children and their parents. Presented by Marsha Wright. Register at Jr. Room. Funded by Mass.Dept.of Early Education. 2.  Join master story teller and educator Rivka Horowitz, MA Ed and Special Education and hear the story “The Very Best Gift” in honor of the holiday of Shavuot. Choose the gift that you want in your package, wrap and decorate your gift. At  the 5:00 pm at the Canton Public Library. 3.  The Canton High School Annual Art Show begins tonight and runs from 6:30pm - 8:30pm and runs through Thursday evening. 4. In collaboration with Rodman Ford, Temple Beth Abraham is holding a raffle for an open-end two-…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: May 18, 2012

Charlie Brown meet Jake the Dog!

1. Canton High School Drama presents "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" today at 9:30am and on Saturday at 2om. 2.Storytime at the Canton Public Library today at 10:30am, Children's Room for ages 2- to 5-years old. 3.  Line Dance Class at St. Gerard's Church today at 1:30pm sponsored by Canton Council on Aging. 4. Sunny, with a high near 74. Friday evening, mostly clear with a low around 51, according to the National Weather Service. 5.  Tomorrow meet "Jake the Dog" from 1pm to 2pm at the Canton Public Library Children's Room.

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Five Things You Need To Know Today: May 14, 2012

A history lesson, some songs and a club for moms!

1. On this day in 1804, one year after the United States doubled its territory with the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark expedition left St. Louis, Missouri, on a mission to explore the Northwest from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. 2.  Chorus Group at the Canton Council on Aging today at 10:00 am. 3. "Mom's Club" today from 2:00pm to 3:00pm at the Canton Public Library. 4. Film and Discussion Series at Canton Public Library today at 7:00pm. Oscar nominated film about inheritance, family and infidelity, starring George Clooney. 5. Today's Weather: A chance of showers, mainly after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72.  Chance of precipitation is 30percent. In the evening a chance of showers, mainly after 3am. Areas of…

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Wet Weather on the Way for Canton

Be prepared for a rainy Thursday and Friday in Canton.

Looks like some cold, rainy weather is in store for Canton. The National Weather Service said to expect a messy two days with temps in the 40s and slippery roadways for the morning commutes. Today, expect about one inch of rain and patchy fog with a high temp near 47, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight, expect a low of 37. Friday brings more showers, with a high of 49 and a low of 25. Wind gusts could reach up to 43 mph, according to the NWS. The Massachusetts State Police Department is warning commuters to be cautious on the roads the next two days, especially during the early-morning commutes. The State Police is providing the following tips:

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This December: One of the Least Snowy on Record

The National Weather Service says there have only been a few snowless Decembers–and the last one was in 1973.

This December will likely go down as one of the least snowy in history, according to the National Weather Service.  A barely-visible tarce of snow has been reported since the start of the month in the Boston area. The National Weather Service told the Globe that's only happened five times before in recorded weather history and the last time was 1973.  It seems like a natural coda to an unseasonably warm fall–ranked as one of warmest on record by the National Weather Service. Similarly, December is running about over 5 degrees above normal, the Globe reports. For the record, the Farmer's Almanac has predicted a mild, wet–not snowy–winter in New England. But the forecast for the rest of this week does have a chance of snow on Thursday night …

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This Weather is for the Birds, Canton

Although the muggy, weather feels more like summer, fall is here.

It may feel like August, but fall is officially here. At least this wild turkey spotted on Washington Street has some time to make himself scarce before Thanksgiving. The turkey, perched on this stone wall on Friday, must have been enjoying the unseasonably warm September weather. Expect temperatures in the 70s and up to 80 this week, with wet weather Monday through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

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Lisa Gentes-Hunt

11:10 am on Monday, September 26, 2011

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Pre-Irene Thunderstorms Expected Today in Canton

A precursor to Hurricane Irene will bring severe storms to Norfolk County Thursday afternoon and evening.

Although forecasters are still determining the exact time Hurricane Irene will hit on Sunday, Canton will be getting some wet weather today. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for several counties in Massachusetts, including Norfolk County, along with parts of Rhode Island and Connecticut for today. "Isolated to scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening," the NWS stated. "The main threat" is strong and damaging winds and a second concern is hail, according to the NWS. A potential for a flood watch also exists for this afternoon and evening, according to the NWS. Be sure to bring your raincoat and umbrella this afternoon!

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Flood Watch in Effect for Canton Monday

The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Canton through this evening.

Rain, rain go away. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for several counties in Massachusetts, include Norfolk County. The flood watch is in effect from this morning until tonight. "Widespread rainfall of one to three inches is expected across the watch area," the National Weather Service stated. Poor drainage areas, rivers and streams have the potential to flood today due to the heavy rain, according to the NWS. Looking for something fun to do indoors today? Click here for ideas. Hope you packed your rain gear today!

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