South Dedham’s first fire station, Washington No. 7, later renamed Norwood No. 1, was located on Washington Street on the site of St. Catherine’s School. A hand-drawn hose wagon and … Continue reading Washington No. 7 Fire House Held a Special Place In Norwood History
Fire Breaks Out At William Shyne Circle Elderly Housing Complex-July 12, 2024
(photo: WHDH Boston) A fire significantly damaged part of an apartment complex at the Frank L. Walsh Housing Complex on William Shyne Circle late this morning, prompting a large emergency … Continue reading Fire Breaks Out At William Shyne Circle Elderly Housing Complex-July 12, 2024
In Retirement-David Hayes
Chief David Hayes on his retirement in February of 2023. The Town of Norwood and the members of the Norwood Fire Department thank him for his years of service to … Continue reading In Retirement-David Hayes
Fire on Central Street-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-August 3, 2022
Davis Avenue Warehouse Fire-June 16, 2016
An abandoned building on Davis Ave caught fire on this day in Norwood history in 2016. (Photo credit Officer Jurewich, Norwood Police Department)
1949 Police Photo Of Rescued Dog Prompts Reunion-July 20, 2014
This Day in Norwood History-July 20, 2014-1949 Police Photo Of Rescued Dog prompts Reunion
Army Reservist Dennis Mawn Returns to Norwood Fire Department After a Year in Iraq-February 13, 2012
Norwood firefighter Dennis Mawn, returned in December after serving on a second tour of duty in Iraq. Dennis Mawn returned to work at the Norwood Fire Department with two tours … Continue reading Army Reservist Dennis Mawn Returns to Norwood Fire Department After a Year in Iraq-February 13, 2012
Norwood Fire Chief Thomas Barry Declares Simoni Flowers Fire Arson Based on New Evidence-August 8, 1990
Disputing state inconclusive findings, Norwood Fire Chief Thomas Barry stated that multiple accelerant pours, a tripped burglar alarm, and video footage confirm the July 13 fire at Simoni Flowers was arson.
Norwood Selectmen Blast Fire Department Over Malfunctioning Hydrants-August 7, 1985
Following three malfunctioning hydrants that severely hampered firefighting efforts at a Walnut Avenue garage blaze, selectmen demanded answers from Fire Chief Thomas Barry and public works officials.
Fire closes Norwood Star Market-May 28, 1985
The Star Market on Nahatan Street was closed this morning because of possible food contamination caused by smoke from an early morning fire in a storeroom. Town Health Inspector Phyllis … Continue reading Fire closes Norwood Star Market-May 28, 1985