Norwood Hospital Expansion Likely to Target Civic Center Site-July 13, 1976

The expansion aims to address the critical need for increased bed capacity, support services, and advanced medical units, as outlined by consulting firm Medicus Planning, Inc.

New Civic Recreation Center Set for September 22 Dedication-August 29, 1984

Former Governors Edward J. King and Frank Allen's widow are slated as guests of honor for the September 22 dedication of Norwood's new Civic Recreation Center in the former armory.

Future of Civic Center Debated as Hospital Expansion Plans Loom-August 29, 1980

As the historic George F. Willett Civic Center prepares for demolition to make way for Norwood Hospital's expansion, oldtimers and town leaders clash over plans for a new $2.4 million center.

Guild School Picked for Civic Center-July 8, 1980

Discover the 1980 decision that transformed the Aaron Guild School into a multi-purpose recreation hub, replacing the former Civic Center sold to Norwood Hospital.

Probate Court Approves Petition to Use Veterans Memorial Fund for Civic Recreation Center Addition-August 16, 1967

Probate Judge Joseph Ford approved Town Counsel Walter J. Gotovich's petition allowing Norwood to use the 22-year-old Veterans Memorial Fund toward a $390,000 Civic Recreation Center addition.