Over 300 campers participated in the annual Foam Day at Father Mac’s Camp in Norwood, featuring massive piles of foam and firefighter support.
Our Town: Steve Rudolph has a few tricks up his sleeve-July 30, 2010
Steve Rudolph, a magician and illusionist from Norwood , brought his magic show to the United Church in Norwood on July 10. The show was part of the church's summer … Continue reading Our Town: Steve Rudolph has a few tricks up his sleeve-July 30, 2010
Mosquitoes Taking a Bite Out of Summer Fun-August 2, 1986
A heavy surge of rain-hatched mosquitoes flooded Norwood, Dedham, and Needham, sparking over 100 complaints per day to the Norfolk County Mosquito Control Project.
Norwood Mother Strikes Jackpot at Tuition Time-July 29, 1986
Jean M. Taylor of 11 Monroe St. in Norwood won a $682,219 share of the $4.77 million Massachusetts Megabucks jackpot after purchasing a ticket at Pam's Market.
Norwood School of Ballet Students Head to National Finals-July 17, 1985
Three regional winners are headed to the Dance Educators of America national finals, while others compete in the National Dance Caravan Competition.
Harold “Skip” Rideout Expands Marine Construction Business in Southport, Maine-August 13, 1979
Norwood High graduate Harold "Skip" Rideout expanded his marine construction business in Southport, Maine, by purchasing a 42-foot towboat and a 60-foot barge.
Goldie The Macaw Returns To Norwood Aquarium-July 22, 1978
On July 22, 1978, John D’Alessandro celebrated the return of his prized parrot Goldie to Norwood Aquarium.
Man Refurbishes 1956 Fire Pumper-July 13, 1978
A cheerful fire truck drives through a neighborhood with people waving from the sidewalks Norwood resident Rick Spicer turned heads on Neponset Street and Cherrywood Drive in July 1978 with … Continue reading Man Refurbishes 1956 Fire Pumper-July 13, 1978
Skaters Break Guinness World Record in Norwood-July 14, 1977
On July 13–14, 1977, two long‑distance roller skaters — Sylvia Haffke and John LeClaire - completed one of the most remarkable athletic feats ever connected to Norwood. What began as … Continue reading Skaters Break Guinness World Record in Norwood-July 14, 1977
Norwood Beautification Committee Launches Property Contest-July 11, 1977
Beautification Contest Announced (Pictured: The F Hollad Day House, home of the Norwood Historical Society) ⠀ On July 11, 1977, the Beautification Committee of Norwood officially announced the commencement of … Continue reading Norwood Beautification Committee Launches Property Contest-July 11, 1977