In Memoriam-John J. Carroll

Norwood General Manager John J. Carroll (photo: Boston Globe) John J. Carroll 1928-2023 Born to Irish immigrant parents in Boston, John J. Carroll graduated with a civil engineering degree from … Continue reading In Memoriam-John J. Carroll

Brenner’s Children’s Shop Closes After 50 Years-This Day In Norwood History-February 1, 2023

(Brenner's Facebook page) After fifty years of serving the local community, Brenner's Children's Shop, located at 694 Washington St has officially closed its doors for good. Owners Aron and Martha … Continue reading Brenner’s Children’s Shop Closes After 50 Years-This Day In Norwood History-February 1, 2023

Norwood Thanksgiving Ads

1901 1902 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1948 1948 1948 1948 1948 Dacey Bros. Dairy Store Thanksgiving Ad … Continue reading Norwood Thanksgiving Ads

🏈 Norwood vs. Dedham: A Century of Thanksgiving Football Rivalry

From Gridiron Glory to Community Tradition — A Norwood Perspective 📜 Introduction Every Thanksgiving morning, before the turkey hits the oven, Norwood residents gather with unmatched anticipation—not just for family … Continue reading 🏈 Norwood vs. Dedham: A Century of Thanksgiving Football Rivalry

Our Heroic Dead

Selectman Harry Butters with Norwood's Gold Star Mothers in front of the Roll of Honor (Photo taken by Harry Surrette, donated by Rick Smith) (Address delivered by Harry B. Butters, … Continue reading Our Heroic Dead

Actor Liam Neeson Spotted Filming In Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 6, 2022

Actor Liam Neeson was sighted by many Norwoodians over the past few days while filming a movie in Norwood. Neeson was spotted filming on a movie set located outside the … Continue reading Actor Liam Neeson Spotted Filming In Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 6, 2022

Norwood hsopital Final Building Demolition Laundry Medical Records

Norwood Hospital Demolition-The End Is Near For Norwood Hosptial

https://youtu.be/MYyyJpSjLcc Below you will find links to all our posts about the ongoing demolition at Norwood Hospital. Do you have photos or videos of the demolition work at Norwood Hospital … Continue reading Norwood Hospital Demolition-The End Is Near For Norwood Hosptial

Morse Street Bridge Struck By Moving Truck-This Day In Norwood History-October 15, 2022

Morse Street Bridge Struck By Moving Truck-This Day In Norwood History-October 15, 2022

Fire on Central Street-This Day In Norwood History-August 3, 2022

jJust before 6:30 PM, Group 3 Firefighters responded to a call at 50 Central Street regarding smoke inside the Bubbles Up Laundrymat building. NC2 arrived on scene in under 2 … Continue reading Fire on Central Street-This Day In Norwood History-August 3, 2022

Vacuum Truck Heads To Norwood Hospital Site After Morning Fire-This Day In Norwood History-July 18, 2022

A vacuum truck is expected to arrive by 3 p.m. to clean up an oil spill following a fire involving an excavator on Monday morning. The vacuum truck, dispatched by … Continue reading Vacuum Truck Heads To Norwood Hospital Site After Morning Fire-This Day In Norwood History-July 18, 2022