On August 22

Theater chain National Amusements has purchased a 64,542-square-foot office building at 846 University Ave. in Norwood for $9.4 million to serve as its temporary headquarters during construction of the Legacy Place mall.

Norwood opened the Babe Ruth 14-year-old World Series in Quincy with a 6-1 win over Pittsfield behind Corey Sennott, followed by a tough 6-0 shutout loss to Reddington, New Jersey.

Veteran amateur golfer and former Norwood resident Allen Doyle shot consecutive 68s to share medalist honors before entering match play at the 91st U.S. Amateur Championship in Tennessee.

Trailing late in regulation, Manchester rallied with a dramatic ninth-inning home run and won 5-4 in ten innings, handing Norwood a tough loss in the American Legion Northeastern Regional.

Known as the whistling cashier, 80-year-old Gertrude Erickson is celebrated for her 13 years of dedicated volunteer service at Norwood Hospital’s coffee shop.

Following the lengthy absence of Rev. Thaddeus A. Saja due to illness, Norwood Hospital chaplain Rev. Daniel J. Crowley has been appointed as the new administrator of St. Peter’s Church in South Norwood.

State Waterways Director John J. Hannon joined Norwood officials to inspect Ellis Pond Dam and the Meadow Brook watershed, targeting $850,000 in state funds toward critical flood mitigation.

Citing concerns over drunk driving, Norwood selectmen voted 4-0 to support the ABCC’s statewide initiative to eliminate discounted bar “happy hours” and promotional drink pricing.

Officials used a bulldozer instead of shovels to break ground on the 96-unit Everett Street housing development for seniors and the handicapped, funded by a $5.1 million federal grant.

A smoking truce by Norwood panel The four smokers of the seven-member Norwood School Committee have quietly cleared the air — at least until the next committee meeting — in … Continue reading Smoking At Norwood School Committee Meetings-August 22,…

Norwood News & Book Shop proprietor Chester Plasko is leading New England Kiwanis clubs in a year-long fundraising campaign using piggy banks to support Heifer Project International.

Citing soaring overtime costs from the fire department’s vacation-at-will practice, the Finance Commission rejected Chief Thomas J. Barry’s $15,000 funding request and demanded a structured leave schedule.

Despite angry protests from South Norwood residents over flooding and pollution risks near Hawes Brook, the Conservation Commission approved strict environmental conditions for a new auto body shop.

In a sharp reversal, the Norwood Finance Commission voted against restoring $335,000 to the school budget, leaving the School Committee weighing lawsuits and alternative funding paths ahead of town meeting.

The State Appeals Court has affirmed the town’s approval of a new Burger King restaurant proposed for the intersection of Route 1 and Everett Street. Despite the ruling, the development … Continue reading State Appeals Court Affirms New Restaurant Approval…

Lifelong Norwood resident and Deputy Fire Chief Michael G. Benedetti has passed away at age 52 after a long illness, leaving behind a distinguished 24-year career of fearless public service.

Charlwell House residents enjoy active programming ranging from cooking and pottery clubs to fun bus trips

Following a massive brawl outside the Village Inn on Guild Street involving hundreds of patrons, Norwood police arrested four individuals after deploying eight officers to break up fights and clear the area.

Vacant land near Nahatan Street and West Border Road is set for a construction surge, featuring a 104-unit elderly housing expansion and a 138-unit private apartment complex by Franchi Brothers.

The Greater Norwood National Employ the Handicapped Week Committee is planning its annual awards dinner, while Legion Field hosts a successful charity carnival raising $456 for muscular dystrophy.

Over 1,000 mourners gathered at St. Catherine of Siena Church for a solemn memorial mass honoring former pastor and Boston Auxiliary Bishop Jeremiah F. Minihan, who passed away in Dublin.

Norwood Selectmen and Police Chief James M. Murphy have instituted monthly security meetings to address rising vandalism and youth crime, beginning with an executive session regarding public safety.

Town Accountant Bartley W. Connolly deferred action on school custodial payrolls containing disputed wage increases, turning to Town Counsel Walter J. Gotovich for a ruling amid a fiscal autonomy standoff.

Superintendent Dr. Philip O. Coakley welcomed 58 incoming educators at the fifth annual teacher orientation institute at Prescott School, introducing new faculty across secondary and elementary schools.

Norwood schools set registration dates and orientation schedules while summer maintenance projects wrap up across local buildings ahead of the September 4 opening.

This Day In Norwood History-August 22, 1963-New Orent Brothers Store Opens In Norwood Center

Joyce Ann Sheehan, daughter of Mr. and Mr». Frank Sheehan, I5 Bird Road, Norwood, was the recent winner of the Baby Popularity Contest, sponsored at the Norwood Stop & Shop. … Continue reading Baby Popularity Contest Winner-August 22, 1957

This Day in Norwood History- August 22, 1949-Norwood Stock Car Racing

By Joseph F. Dinneen August 22, 1949- IF YOU’VE EVER had the urge to put your foot down on the accelerator of your car and keep it there on a … Continue reading Norwood Stock Car Racing-This Day in Norwood…

This Day in Norwood History- August 22, 1907-Swimming Contest

. Charles R. Donnell of Norwood, whose swimming match with Francis Conlon of Dedham for the championship of Norfolk County will take place tomorrow evening on the Charles River, Is … Continue reading Charles R. Donnell of Norwood and Francis…

This Day In Norwood History-August 22, 1902-A New Theory Of The Accident

These news items were the talk of the town on August 22, 1895 Try, Bogart’s Laundering Co. A. T. Harriott is agent.Now we shall have to learn the pathway to … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The…