Demolition site of Coakley Middle School with excavators and debris scattered across the area under a cloudy sky.
Close-up view of the damaged Coakley Middle School building, revealing torn metal roofing and an unfinished facade.
Site of Coakley Middle School demolition with heavy machinery and debris under a blue sky.
Demolition site of Coakley Middle School, with heavy machinery and debris scattered around the partially destroyed building.
Demolition site of Coakley Middle School with heavy machinery and debris.
A close-up view of a partially demolished school building, featuring exposed walls and lockers, with debris scattered on the roof.
Close-up shot of a partially demolished building, showing broken walls, exposed interiors, and debris surrounding the structure.
A partially demolished building with green lockers, showing significant structural damage and debris at the base.
The exterior of a partially demolished school building, showing exposed walls, lockers, and debris.
A partially demolished school building showing exposed interiors, green lockers, and debris scattered around.
Exterior view of a partially demolished building with exposed walls and lockers, showcasing debris and structural damage.
Demolished Coakley Middle School building with debris on the ground and construction equipment nearby.
Demolished building of Coakley Middle School with debris scattered in front and damaged structure visible.
Partial view of the Coakley Middle School building showing significant damage and debris from demolition.

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Norwood Trial Lawyer John J. C. Herlihy Named Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers-September 29, 1973

Norwood Trial Lawyer John J. C. Herlihy Named Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers-September 29, 1973

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Norwood trial lawyer John J. C. Herlihy is named a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, reflecting on a career of landmark precedents and courtroom dedication.

Norwood High Football Opens Bay State League Play with 29-13 Victory Over Milton-September 28, 1981

Norwood High Football Opens Bay State League Play with 29-13 Victory Over Milton-September 28, 1981

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Defending Super Bowl champs Norwood High open their Bay State League football season with a hard-fought 29-13 victory over Milton behind strong ground performances.

Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

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Developer Richard Vazza refiles his $2 million Dean Street elderly housing complex under Massachusetts Chapter 40B anti-snob zoning laws. The Norwood Appeals Board seeks an emergency ruling from the state attorney general to clarify conflicting zoning use variance powers.

Norwood Scrapbook-August 3

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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

Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980

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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.


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