The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal regarding a $78 million ruling against the town in its dispute with former electricity provider New England Power Co. With the … Continue reading Supreme Court Nixes Norwood Power Suit Appeal-October 10, 2007
War Crimes Trial of Former Norwood Resident Suspended-July 4, 2000
The war crimes trial of former Norwood resident Aleksandras Lileikis reached an indefinite suspension in July 2000, marking a controversial end to the proceedings.
Two Norwood Restaurants Lock Legal Horns Over Town’s Final Available Liquor License-August 8, 1990
With competing applications from O'Toole's on Carnegie Row and The Great American Pub off Route 1, Norwood selectmen voted 3-1 to proceed with hearings despite legal threats from rival attorneys over zoning technicalities.
Norwood to Sue Blue Hills School to Block Budget-July 19, 1990
The town of Norwood was on a collision course with the Blue Hills Regional Technical School in July 1990, as officials prepared to file a lawsuit to block the school's … Continue reading Norwood to Sue Blue Hills School to Block Budget-July 19, 1990
Norwood Joins Lawsuit Against Governor Dukakis Over Withheld State Aid-August 29, 1989
Norwood joins Brookline and other suburbs suing Governor Michael S. Dukakis over withheld state aid, even as unexpected local revenues nearly cover the town's $1.1 million shortfall.
Fortuneteller Miller Plans Lawsuit Against Norwood Following License Denial-July 13, 1989
Selectman Gary Lee led the opposition, citing concerns about the occult, while Miller argued the denial violated her civil rights.
Selectmen Seek Injunction to Block 32 Percent Cable TV Rate Hike-August 21, 1985
Norwood selectmen vote unanimously to take Adams-Russell Cablevision to court over a planned 32 percent rate hike affecting 5,800 residents.
Dog Officer and Resident Trade Accusations Following Stun Gun Incident-August 29, 1981
Selectmen reveal that dog officer Frank Rodak claims he was struck in the face before using a stun gun on a resident during a loose dog call on Hampden Drive.
Paul J. Donovan Cleared of Wrongful Arrest-July 9, 1981
Discover the story of Paul J. Donovan, a Norwood businessman wrongfully arrested after locating a stolen bicycle for a customer, and his subsequent exoneration in Dedham District Court.
Selectmen Seek Revaluation Funds to Avoid State Court Action-September 5, 1979
Facing an October 31 deadline imposed by the state Department of Revenue, the Board of Selectmen agreed last night to place a request for $226,000 on the warrant for the … Continue reading Selectmen Seek Revaluation Funds to Avoid State Court Action-September 5, 1979