Ernie Boch, an icon of Greater Boston auto sales who transformed the Route 1 Auto Mile, passed away at his Martha's Vineyard home.
Slump in Chip Industry Hits Norwood Maker-This Day In Norwood History – July 21, 1998
Analog Devices Inc. struggled with falling revenues in 1998 as global demand for semiconductors and testing equipment plummeted. Despite the fiscal pressure, the Norwood company avoided layoffs, maintaining its workforce through the market downturn.
Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)
The transformation of Babel’s from a small wallpaper store in the 1950’s to the full-service, full-scale decorating center it is today accelerated dramatically over the past four years. In the … Continue reading Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)
Kline’s Department Store Shutting Its Doors in Downtown Norwood-November 6, 1994
Downtown Norwood loses its primary Washington Street retail anchor as Kline's Department Store begins liquidation, leaving 30 employees displaced and local officials working to preserve commercial vitality.
Washington Street Partnership Discusses Future of Downtown Anchor Kline’s Department Store-October 27, 1994
Facing the potential year-end closure of longtime anchor Kline's department store, the Norwood Washington Street Partnership and landlord Donald Malkin discussed downtown revitalization strategies.
Downtown Norwood Anchor Kline’s Department Store Faces Imminent Closure by Year’s End Without a Buyer-October 26, 1994
Kline's Department Store, a 20-year downtown Norwood anchor employing 30 workers, faces closure by the end of 1994 unless a buyer emerges for the 26-store chain.
Raytheon Seeks Buyer for Route 1 Site-August 27, 1993
Defense contractor Raytheon Co. puts its historic 20-acre Route 1 manufacturing and warehouse site on the market for $18 million, drawing early interest from commercial developers.
Ice Cream Vendor Vindicated-July 24, 1991
The summer of 1991 in Norwood was a time of great community spirit and cultural enrichment, with the town's arts council organizing various events to bring residents together. However, amidst … Continue reading Ice Cream Vendor Vindicated-July 24, 1991
Ice-Cream Vendor Disputes Fees Demanded by Norwood Arts Council-July 18, 1991
The dispute involved allegations of intimidation, Open Meeting Law concerns, and tensions over who is permitted to sell goods on the Norwood Common.
Underground Gasoline Tanks Excavated at Rojo’s on Route 1 Found Free of Leaks, Fire Chief Reports-August 16, 1990
Norwood Fire Chief Thomas Barry reported that underground fuel tanks removed during upgrades at Rojo's Car Wash on Route 1 were free of leaks, with only minor piping wear detected.