Town officials and business leaders break ground on Park Place, a major multi-million-dollar industrial and commercial park at the former Norwood Arena site off Route 1.
James H. Shane Wins Public Auction Bid to Purchase Historic Norwood Arena Property-August 11, 1976
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.
Norwood Arena Corp Reorganized with New Leadership Following Preliminary Industrial Park Proposal-October 14, 1975
Following years of dormancy after a scrapped apartment rezoning plan, Norwood Arena Corp. reorganizes with new leadership under Selectman William F. Butters to pursue Route 1 industrial development.
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.
Developer Alan G. Zuker Consolidates Control Over Norwood Arena Site on Route 1-October 24, 1972
Brookline developer Alan G. Zuker acquired a controlling interest in the Norwood Arena Corporation for $900,000, paving the way for future commercial or residential zoning petitions.
Developer Alan G. Zuker Acquires Controlling Interest in Norwood Arena Site on Route 1-October 23, 1972
Brookline real estate developer Alan G. Zuker gained a controlling interest in the Norwood Arena Corporation, ending ownership stalemates and paving the way for future zoning and development proposals.
Controlling Acquisition Signals End of Stock Car Racing at Norwood Arena-October 20, 1972
Zuker Acquires Controlling Interest and Blocks Developer Ben Sack A major turning point has arrived for the iconic Norwood Arena. Following a successful corporate acquisition of controlling shares by longtime … Continue reading Controlling Acquisition Signals End of Stock Car Racing at Norwood Arena-October 20, 1972