Norwood’s park plans, postwar growth, community celebrations, military recognition, and planning decisions are just some of things that took place on August 10.
Boston’s Baddest Burger-August 10, 2012
Kevin Tortorella’s “Boston’s Baddest Burger” is now serving fresh, locally sourced breakfast and lunch options in Norwood and Boston, marking the town’s first fully licensed food truck.
Norwood Mourns and Honors Beloved Coach and Sportswriter Frank Wall-August 10, 1991
Norwood mourned the loss of legendary Little League coach and sportswriter Frank “Sails” Wall, who passed away at age 62 after dedicating 38 years to local youth sports.
Officials Unveil $16 Million Cleanup Plan for PCB-Contaminated Property on Route 1-August 10, 1989
Nine-Year Investigation Yields Three-Phase Strategy to Address New England’s Worst PCB Contamination at Audubon Road Site, with Public Hearing Scheduled at Town Hall Federal and state officials are unveiling a … Continue reading Officials Unveil $16 Million Cleanup Plan for…
Hometown Hero Richie Hebner and Boston Red Sox Coaches to Host Free Youth Baseball Clinic in Norwood-August 10, 1989
Norwood native and Red Sox batting coach Richie Hebner will team up with coaches Bill Fischer and Rae Slider for a free youth baseball clinic at the junior high school field.
Residents and Selectmen Target South Norwood’s Bar Concentration-August 10, 1985
Residents and selectmen are working to revitalize South Norwood’s “The Flats” Washington Street commercial strip while exploring legal options to revoke inactive bar licenses.
Norwood Selectmen Vow to Fight Potential Closure of Masoneilan International Plants and Loss of 750 Local Jobs-August 10, 1983
Norwood selectmen vowed to meet with Masoneilan International officials to prevent the potential closure of Massachusetts plants in Norwood, Canton, and Avon, which employ 750 workers.
Italian University Students Lucia Rovigo and Marcello Mascellaro Bring Touch of Home to Norwood Host Families-August 10, 1981
Italian university students Lucia Rovigo and Marcello Mascellaro are spending a month in Norwood as guests of local families through the Interstudy program.
Norwood Sweeps Lynn Post 6 to Capture State Championship Berth-August 10, 1978
Norwood swept a doubleheader against Lynn Post 6 in Lawrence, winning 6-0 behind Ron Marshalsea and 8-3 in come-from-behind fashion to claim the Eastern Playoff title.
Norwood Fire Chief Leo Coughlin Requests Eight New Firefighters and Two Deputies-August 10, 1977
Fire Chief Leo Coughlin asked Norwood selectmen for eight new firefighters and two deputies to reduce high overtime and substitution expenses.
Political Rift Between Norwood Selectmen and Finance Commission-August 10, 1974
New FinCom members Allan D. Howard and William C. Phipps clashed with veteran selectman William F. Butters over budget cuts, a garbage contract probe, and a recall petition.
Factory Mutual Research Corp. Pioneers Advanced Scientific Fire Research and Prevention from Norwood Headquarters-August 10, 1974
Factory Mutual Research Corp. on Route 1 in Norwood leads the nation in scientific fire research, investigating combustion toxics, high-rise safety, and home sprinkler systems for federal agencies.
School Committee Votes to Rescind School Principal Appointment-August 10, 1967
The Norwood School Committee voted 5-1 to rescind Alan R. Wonson’s appointment as Winslow Elementary School principal following objections by Chairman Francis X. Sheehan Jr. over unadvertised openings.
New Landmarks in Norwood-August 10, 1962
NEW LANDMARKS in the Norwood area are these structures which are fast changing the appearance of the surrounding countryside. Top left is Norwood’s new St. Timothys Church being built on … Continue reading New Landmarks in Norwood-August 10, 1962
Latest Bird’s Eye View of Downtown-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-Latest Bird’s Eye View
Church Property Sold-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-Church Property Sold
Special Meeting of Planning Board Defaults Westover Bonds-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-Special Meeting of Planning Board Defaults Westover Bonds
George Willett Celebrates 91st Birthday-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-George Willett Celebrates 91st Birthday
Norwood’s Company E Top Unit In 101st Inf. During Summer Training-August 10, 1961
HOME AGAIN—After their most strenuous encampment in years, the members of Co. E. First Battle Group Group, 101st Infantry, arrived back at the local Armory at 11:30 am. last Saturday … Continue reading Norwood’s Company E Top Unit In 101st…
Ball Club Selects Name of “Nitros”-August 10, 1961
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-Ball Club Selects Name of “Nitros”
No Swimming Ban Lifted At Hawes Pool-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945-No Swimming Ban Lifted At Hawes Pool
This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-August 10, 1945
These news items were the talk of the town on August 10, 1945
Postwar Building Boom Seen Here-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945-Postwar Building Boom Seen Here
Deny Use of Guild Lot For Carnival-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1945-Deny Use of Guild Lot For Carnival
Willett Discusses Park Properties-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1939
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1939-Willett Discusses Park Properties
Norwood Residents Have Been in Notable Armies and Have Been in Some Famous Battles-This Day in Norwood History- August 10, 1913
This Day in Norwood History- August 10, 1913-Norwood Residents Have Been in Notable Armies and Have Been in Some Famous Battles.
Norwood Residents Have Been in Notable Armies and Have Been in Some Famous Battles-This Day in Norwood History-August 10, 1913
SERVED UNDER BRITISH The recent article in the Globe about the German veteran soldiers in Norwood brought out the fact that there are several veteran soldiers in Norwood who have … Continue reading Norwood Residents Have Been in Notable Armies…
Frank A. Fales Candidate For Senate-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1895
CANDIDATE FOR SENATORIAL HONORS IN SECOND NORFOLK DISTRICT Sketch of his Career as a Public ServantPositions Filled with Honor and Dignity. The recognition and appreciation of the services of a … Continue reading Frank A. Fales Candidate For Senate-This Day…
This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-August 10, 1889
These news items were the talk of the town on Saturday, August 10, 1889
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