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Category: Town Departments

September 6, 1984September 4, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Departments

Dispute Over Tax Records Ends Amicably-September 6, 1984

Former town official Thomas DiFrancia receives requested airport tax assessment records from Town Counsel Justin C. Barton during a selectmen's meeting, ending a bitter access dispute.

October 25, 1979October 23, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Departments

Retiring DPW Superintendent Nicholas Joseph Reflects on 32 Years of Municipal Service in Norwood-October 25, 1979

After 32 years of managing Norwood's infrastructure, DPW Superintendent Nicholas Joseph is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of fiscal prudence and hands-on municipal leadership.

July 18, 1977July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Departments

Webber, Mogan See No Conflict In Holding Dump Job, Board Post-July 18, 1977

Norwood was abuzz with controversy in the sweltering summer of 1977. At the epicenter of this maelstrom was Kenneth E. Webber, a stalwart employee of the Department of Public Works … Continue reading Webber, Mogan See No Conflict In Holding Dump Job, Board Post-July 18, 1977

July 25, 1974July 24, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Departments

Norwood Town Dump Recycling Program Generates Modest Revenues-July 25, 1974

Norwood's fledgling municipal recycling operation at the town dump generated just $1,915 in 1973 from the resale of salvaged materials such as glass bottles, newspapers, tin cans, tires, and old … Continue reading Norwood Town Dump Recycling Program Generates Modest Revenues-July 25, 1974

September 13, 1971September 10, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Departments

Norwood Dump Committee Considers Fee Scale for Commercial Rubbish Collectors—September 13, 1971

Norwood dump committee explores commercial user fees for industrial rubbish haulers to conserve landfill space, while $130,000 in state funds is released for the Pleasant Street bridge.

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