Canton Weighs Data Center Moratorium After Heated Public Hearing

Canton officials are considering a temporary moratorium on new data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations following a public hearing that revealed strong community concerns. The hearing highlighted worries about noise, environmental impact, and energy consumption related to potential development at the former paper mill site.The Canton Town Hall hosted the public hearing on February 11, 2026, to gather resident input on a potential pause on new data centers, cryptocurrency mining operatio