Analog Devices Inc. struggled with falling revenues in 1998 as global demand for semiconductors and testing equipment plummeted. Despite the fiscal pressure, the Norwood company avoided layoffs, maintaining its workforce through the market downturn.
Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)
The transformation of Babel’s from a small wallpaper store in the 1950’s to the full-service, full-scale decorating center it is today accelerated dramatically over the past four years. In the … Continue reading Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)
Raytheon Seeks Buyer for Route 1 Site-August 27, 1993
Defense contractor Raytheon Co. puts its historic 20-acre Route 1 manufacturing and warehouse site on the market for $18 million, drawing early interest from commercial developers.
Ice Cream Vendor Vindicated-July 24, 1991
The summer of 1991 in Norwood was a time of great community spirit and cultural enrichment, with the town's arts council organizing various events to bring residents together. However, amidst … Continue reading Ice Cream Vendor Vindicated-July 24, 1991
Ice-Cream Vendor Disputes Fees Demanded by Norwood Arts Council-July 18, 1991
The dispute involved allegations of intimidation, Open Meeting Law concerns, and tensions over who is permitted to sell goods on the Norwood Common.
Underground Gasoline Tanks Excavated at Rojo’s on Route 1 Found Free of Leaks, Fire Chief Reports-August 16, 1990
Norwood Fire Chief Thomas Barry reported that underground fuel tanks removed during upgrades at Rojo's Car Wash on Route 1 were free of leaks, with only minor piping wear detected.
Norwood Trophy Assets Sold-July 28, 1990
Following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, Norwood Trophy & Engraving Co. Inc. sold its assets to Providence-based Emblem & Badge Inc. in July 1990.
Business Leaders Question “Anti-Commerce” Town Direction-August 15, 1989
Following a 2-2 selectmen vote denying a food license for a $1 million Taco Bell on Route 1, the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce warned of an anti-business trend.
Norwood Tries to Solve Two-Mile Route 1 Zoning Puzzle After Decades Without Regulations-August 17, 1988
Town planner Sharon Wason and local officials are tackling a two-mile unzoned stretch of Route 1 in Norwood, aiming to establish setbacks and landscaping rules after 20 years of regulatory gaps.
“Amazing Things Inc.” Markets High-Tech Gadgets and Modems-August 1986
Norwood-based Amazing Things Inc., a distributor for Leading Edge World Trade, launches its operations by marketing competitively priced computer modems and consumer electronics.