Following a mortgage default by Norwood Arena, Inc., developer James H. Shane purchased the 72.5-acre Route 1 landmark for $395,751 at a public auction initiated by Baybank Norfolk County Trust Company.
Planning Board Delays Decision on Norwood Arena Subdivision Plan-September 9, 1975
The Planning Board grants a two-week extension on Alan G. Zuker's 37-lot subdivision proposal for the front portion of the Norwood Arena property.
Norwood Fights Plan For Housing Complex At Arena Site-June 7, 1974
Norwood fights plan for housing complex at arena site Norwood Arena (colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) For decades, the roar at the Norwood Arena had been the sound of … Continue reading Norwood Fights Plan For Housing Complex At Arena Site-June 7, 1974
Planning Board Endorses Norwood Arena Rezoning for Major Apartment Complex-September 11, 1973
The Planning Board votes 3-1 to recommend rezoning the rear of the Norwood Arena property to multi-family residential, sparking a dramatic walkout by a dissenting planner.
Norwood Planning Board Favors Rezoning of Norwood Arena Site-July 17, 1973
Officials deferred a decision on the remaining 40 acres, which were proposed for a 600-unit apartment complex, pending further information.
‘Muffled’ auto racing clicks at Norwood Arena-May 16, 1972
MayMufflers Make Their Debut at Norwood Arena Speedway May 16, 1972 — A new sound rolled across the Norwood Arena Speedway last Saturday night— or rather, the absence of one. … Continue reading ‘Muffled’ auto racing clicks at Norwood Arena-May 16, 1972
Master Allows Testimony In Norwood Arena Hearing-June 25, 1971
Abutters from Norton Drive and Deerfield Road testify that Saturday night stock car racing volumes make normal domestic conversation impossible.
Demolition Derby To Feature Girls-June 15, 1971
Female drivers claim the spotlight for Friday night's upcoming demolition derby lineup, drawing regional racing competitors.
It’s a new look at Norwood Arena-May 7, 1970
(Courtesy Jerry Kelleher - norwoodarena.com) May 7, 1970 - Norwood Arena is in a transition period. Modified Division racing has been dropped. The shift this season is to the Late … Continue reading It’s a new look at Norwood Arena-May 7, 1970
Racing Enterprise Threatens Legal Action Over Easement and Drag‑Racing Ban-June 12, 1969
A token $1 deal turned into a high-stakes legal battle. In June 1969, the owners of the iconic Norwood Arena threatened to sue the town, claiming a new drag racing ban and a massive power line easement were designed to force them out of business.