A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.
Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980
A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.
In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
1986 TIOT Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
In Memoriam: Principal John P. Piccirilli
Principal John P. Piccirilli guided Norwood High School through decades of academic, cultural, and structural change. His steady leadership, compassion, and commitment to students shaped the lives of thousands. We honor his remarkable legacy and service to the Norwood community.
Norwood Entrepreneur Quontay Turner-January 30, 2026
Quontay Turner, owner of The Emerald City Plant Shop on Washington Street, for her business success and community leadership.
Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in Norwood History–January 29, 2025
Six white roses and photographs of victims are displayed at The Skating Club of Boston, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Norwood, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members … Continue reading Norwood Mourns Skating Club Members-This Day in Norwood History–January 29, 2025
Olde Colonial Café Closes Its Doors After 56 Years-December 26, 2025
After 56 years of serving the Norwood community, iconic family restaurant Olde Colonial Café closes its doors as owner Paul Angelo retires.
Norwood Scrapbook: July 31
Discover historic Norwood, MA snapshots from July 31, including 1950s Norwood Arena racing, bird-nest fires in 1963, and 1980s local clambake fundraisers.
Coakley Middle School Demolition – June 30, 2025
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